Calling all innovative minds and proactive planners! Whanganui District Council is growing from our heritage and becoming the first choice for lifestyle, people and business. Be part of a great team and take your career to the next level Fantastic location - Whanganui the bustling '10min City' Career development and flexible working practices Stay for the well-being Join our team and make your mark....... we are looking for a motivated town planner to join us is enabling orderly and sustainable development for our community. Do you want to work with a passionate group to deliver excellence across the board in land development outcomes? Are you focused on achieving good outcomes, enabling people to participate in the planning system without barriers, be ready to challenge yourself and others to achieve the very best results? About the Role: Providing robust planning and consenting advice on industrial, commercial & residential developments. Representing council and RMA interests in pre-applications meetings and hearings. Providing sound, expert and robust advice on the Resource Management Act and the District Plan. Developing partnerships within the organisation to meet customer needs and demonstrate a 'customer first' culture within the team. Supporting and participating in the long term and annual planning processes for Council when required. About You: A tertiary qualification in resource management planning or a similar related qualification. Able to demonstrate processing and decision-making competence in a wide range of consents. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Up to date knowledge of the Resource Management Act Legislation. Apply: Please submit your application via Whanganui Council Website careers page. For more information about this role please contact Jason Shailer - Jason Shailer Operations Manager - Regulatory and Compliance on 06 3493181 or email ****** Please note, only applications submitted via our careers page will be accepted. Join our mailing list for exclusive job hunting tips and offers: Your information has been added to our mailing list successfully! #J-18808-Ljbffr