About us

At Whangārei District Council we are passionate about making our community a thriving and positive place to live and work. With strong development in our district, diverse working environment, in an organisation which values its community and its people, there's never been a better time to make the move to Whangārei District Council.

About the role

Are you an RMA Planner eager to make a real impact in the scenic Whangārei District? Join our dynamic and motivated team at Whangārei District Council! We have a fantastic opportunity for a Resource Consents Planner to become part of our busy team. Whether you have a few years under your belt or extensive experience and are ready to tackle complex applications, we want to hear from you.

Key responsibilities

• Provide planning advice to the public, consultants, and staff,
• Play an integral role in shaping the plan making process alongside the district plan team,
• Efficiently process resource consent applications within statutory timeframes,
• Lead and manage projects and facilitation pre-lodgment meetings,
• Act as a witness on appeals and mediation, (for Senior Planner only),
• Write and review notification reports,
• Administer and implement the District Plan and respond to enquiries and correspondence relating to complex development proposals,
• Provide input into process improvement,
• Contribute to our Duty Planner roster by providing expert planning advice and support.

About you

Your experience level will determine the specific skills you bring, but we are looking for a planner who is passionate about their work and thrives on challenges and variety. You'll be a team player, striving for growth and opportunities while living in our beautiful district. Additional experience may include:

• A recognized qualification in Resource Management Planning,
• Membership or eligibility for membership in the NZ Planning Institute,
• Confidence to make hard, but well-informed decisions,
• Experience with peer reviewing and the ability to provide valuable feedback,
• An understanding of the Resource Management Act 1991 and related legislation,
• Strong communication and analytical skills,
• Evidence of stakeholder management,
• Experience with preparing for hearings with exposure to mediation and conflict resolution of RMA related matters.

Ready to apply?

At Whangārei District Council we take our reputation as a lifestyle destination seriously and consider a range of flexible working and work/life balance options for those that want to work in a professional and progressive environment while still having the time to take advantage of everything our district offers.

If you are ready to make a difference in the community we serve, to be challenged as a professional and to get more balance out of life, Apply Now.

If you have any questions or would like to have a confidential discussion, whether that be around the role, team, flexible working, salary (or any other topic) Amanda would love to chat! Please feel free to contact Amanda in our People and Capability team on: (09) 430 4200 or 0800 932 463 or email at Amanda.Starkie@wdc.govt.nz.