Planner - Resource Consents | Kaiwhakamahere Nelson City Council – Wellington Central, North Island Hybrid and flexible work options based in Nelson Wakatu At the heart of the region, Nelson City Council is a Unitary Authority responsible for providing key infrastructure, community facilities and services, economic development, and a range of regulatory functions including land use and natural resource management.
Council is always striving to deliver an even better service and a sustainable regional future for its vibrant community.
With dynamic growth in regional development activity and internal development and promotion, we now require an intermediate level Planner within Resource Consents.
Reporting to an inspiring and highly experienced Team Leader Resource Consents, you will use your knowledge to assist with the processing of a wide range of consents (regional and/or district), working as part of a passionate, inclusive, supportive, and dedicated Resource Consents team.
The work covers a wide variety of diverse consents, ranging from: Waterfront and inner city apartments Water permits, air and coastal discharges with a significant and complex science component Hillside earthworks and subdivisions Conventional resource consents and other RMA application types You are a Planner who has some working experience in processing resource consents to a good standard, knowledge of the RMA and associated legislation.
You may bring some understanding of the consent hearing processes and procedures, but also an inquisitive nature to get involved and a desire to build up the knowledge to round out professional experience.
Needless to say, you will bring: Solid interpersonal communication skills, with particularly good report writing skills along with stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills Sound judgment and problem-solving abilities Essential is a relevant tertiary qualification, and a relevant professional membership for continued professional development would be advantageous.
The potential is huge in these roles, not only for learning and development but for advancement in the team/career due to the 'one-stop shop' for a wide range of consenting scenarios.
The sharing of knowledge and resources, the support offered to each other to be successful, and the ongoing training opportunities available within the team and externally in the organization are some of the elements we are proud of.
Our team consists of Graduate Planners, Planners, Senior Planners, a Principal Planner, a Principal Development Adviser, Team Leader, and a Manager, offering multiple opportunities for career advancement.
Furthermore: This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week Monday – Friday Flexibility with start and finish times Competitive remuneration packages including your choice to match up to 5% employer contributions to KiwiSaver and/or KiwiSaver superannuation on a base agreement Discounted Southern Cross insurance options for employees and families Employee perks at local vendors EAP professional and personal development services Easy access to public transport Applications close: We will be reviewing applications as they are received so we encourage you to apply now!
For further enquiries: For more information about this role please contact Adrian Ramage, Team Leader Resource Consents on 03 546 0385.
Please ensure that you submit your application via the link to ensure that it is received.
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