Horizons Regional Council – Manawatu County Full time, Permanent 4 days ago, from Horizons Regional Council The Horizons region extends over 22,200km2 – from Ruapehu in the north and Horowhenua in the south, to Whanganui in the west and Tararua in the east.
Our purpose is to work with and for our community in the use and protection of our environment, managing our precious resources of land, air and water; as well as public transport and a key role in emergency management.
At Horizons Regional Council we work to make our region a healthy environment where people are thriving, including our staff.
Full Time Application Closes: 15 Nov 2024 Location: Manawatu - Palmerston North Position: IT Project Managers About us The Horizons region extends over 22,200km2 – from Ruapehu in the north and Horowhenua in the south, to Whanganui in the west and Tararua in the east.
Our purpose is to work with and for our community in the use and protection of our environment, managing our precious resources of land, air and water; as well as public transport and a key role in emergency management.
At Horizons Regional Council we work to make our region a healthy environment where people are thriving, including our staff.
The role Horizons Regional Council is offering a fabulous opportunity to lead and shape our policy work programme which is driven by national policy direction and resource management requirements under the Resource Management Act.
As Principal Policy Planner you will provide leadership and technical advice to the development of policy that delivers robust solutions and promotes sustainable resource management.
This permanent full-time position, based in Palmerston North, is part of the strategy and policy team.
About you You will be responsible for leading the review of the One Plan and associated plan changes, and navigating through changes in national policy direction and legislative change.
The successful applicant will have a strong understanding of resource management and policy development under the Resource Management Act, a professional qualification, and extensive planning experience.
As the programme lead, you will also have project management, effective communication, and relationship management skills.
Why should you apply?
When you join us, you can look forward to a rewarding career full of opportunities to develop a positive and supportive work environment.
We do this through: Positive focus on employee health, wellness, and wellbeing.
Providing you with your birthday off, and an extra week of leave after 2 years of service.
Flexible family-friendly work environment.
Ongoing professional and functional development and opportunities across the organisation to grow, specialise or diversify your skills.
A supportive and social work environment across the organisation.
Life insurance plus other wellbeing benefits for all permanent staff.
Applications close 5pm Friday 15 November 2024.
Horizons are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to ensuring we have a diverse and inclusive workplace so our people reflect the diversity of our region.
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