Join a team of talented, passionate professionals, who are strategic thinkers, outcome-focused and highly collaborative. We have several opportunities available for like-minded people to join us to develop and deliver a programme of policy and planning projects to shape the future of our city so that Christchurch is sustainable and resilient to the challenges we face.
About the team | Ko te ropu nei
Within the Planning & Consents Unit, you will be part of a dynamic planning and policy team which has responsibility for spatial planning (urban and rural) and place-making through local area planning, maintaining the Christchurch District Plan, responding to national direction, strategic transport and urban regeneration.
About the role | Ko te mahi nei
You'll be providing advice to our elected members and other Council staff on a range of planning and policy matters. Also working closely alongside key stakeholders and the wider community will ensure you identify and advise on emerging challenges and opportunities in the City and wider district. Our team undertakes collaborative planning with community, environmental and development agencies, and our sub-regional partners through the Greater Christchurch Partnership.
We are looking for innovative and adaptable individuals with a demonstrable ability for planning at different scales and engaging with others in a collaborative manner to achieve positive outcomes. You'll have a background in policy planning and be able to adapt yourself to local government complexities.
We have positions available as follows:
Senior Policy Planner (City Planning) - You'll have a degree in planning and resource management experience with strong practical knowledge of the Resource Management Act to hit the ground running.
Policy Planner (City Planning) - You'll have a degree in planning and resource management experience to lead and provide input to a range of projects.
What's in it for you? He aha nga hua ki a koe?
Working for the Christchurch City Council allows you to contribute directly to the community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents and visitors. You will also benefit from:
Access to training programmes, workshops, and development opportunities.
Flexible working arrangements - WFH, adjustable start and finish times, option to purchase extra leave.
Collaboration - exposure to wider areas of the organisation.
Benefits - a variety of benefits for Council staff from health schemes to retail discounts.
Are you passionate about creating a better future? Find out what's possible, apply today.
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Hours of work - 37.5 - 40 hours per week
Position - Permanent
Location - This position is primarily based at Te Hononga, Christchurch City Council Civic Offices - 53 Hereford Street
Salary - Starting salaries will be based on knowledge, skills and experience the successful candidate brings to the role, and relativities both, within the immediate team and in the broader organisation for the same or similar roles.
Policy Planner - from $93,200 to $103,556 per annum based on a 40-hour week
Senior Policy Planner - from $111,553 to $123,948 per annum based on a 40-hour week
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date.
Reference # 36101
Posted on 24 Oct 2024
Closes on 14 Nov 2024 23:00
Location(s) Central City
Expertise Planning, Policy
Job level(s) 5 to 7 years, 7 to 10 years, 10 plus years
Central City | Post date: 24 Oct 2024 | Close date: 14 Nov 2024 23:00 | Expertise: Planning, Policy | Work Type: Permanent, Full-time
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