Senior Planner

Brief An exciting opportunity awaits with a respected council in the stunning Queenstown Lakes District. Known for balancing growth with environmental stewardship, the organisation manages complex resource consents and supports sustainable community development. Embrace a lifestyle in one of New Zealand's most picturesque regions while contributing to impactful projects across both land use and subdivision planning. What's in it for you?Competitive salary and professional development supportWork on high-impact projects in a region known for its natural beautyFlexible work arrangements, enabling a strong work-life balanceInclusive and diverse workplace culture focused on continuous improvementNon-NegotiablesA minimum of 5 years' experience in resource consent planning, with solid RMA knowledgeTertiary qualification in planning or a related disciplineProven skills in stakeholder engagement and decision-making under council delegationsDesirablesMembership with the New Zealand Planning Institute (NZPI)Familiarity with subdivision planning and the Queenstown Lakes District PlanExperience providing evidence at hearings or court Next Steps If you are interested in this challenging and exciting role, or you want to have a chat about your career development and/or market conditions, please send your CV to (email protected) or give me a call on +******** .