About the Role

We are seeking an analytical thinker to develop long-term plans for our district's infrastructure needs, considering factors like future growth, sustainability, climate change and cost-effectiveness. As a Strategic Infrastructure Planner you'll work in collaboration with our strategy and infrastructure teams to ensure that our infrastructure decisions align with our strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute long-term infrastructure plans and business cases
• Ensure strategic goals are aligned with infrastructure plans and programmes
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement
• Provide technical support and expertise
• Support a customer-first culture

About You

We are looking for a proactive and confident self-starter. You will have well-developed communication skills with a strong customer service focus. You are enthusiastic, solution-focused, and self-motivated. Your strategic thinking will be invaluable, along with your attention to detail and ability to engage effectively with stakeholders.

Your commitment to making a positive difference, pragmatism, and political astuteness will see you succeed in this role. You will be adept at taking both customers and stakeholders on a journey with you, handling difficult conversations with tact and diplomacy. Your background is likely in Planning or Business Case development in the infrastructure sector, and you will have a strong team-based approach with well-developed collaboration and relationship management skills. You will lead by example, ensuring record-keeping and transparency of evidence-based decision-making are up to date.

A passion for the future of Whangārei and Northland and the role of infrastructure in achieving this is essential for this role.

What We Offer

At Whangārei District Council, we offer a range of flexible working and life balance options for those who want to work in a professional and progressive environment while still having the time to take advantage of everything our district has to offer. Our employment package includes health insurance, life insurance, payment of a professional membership, continuous development opportunities, an active social club, and much more.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the People and Capability team on (09) 430 4200 or 0800 932 463.

If you are ready for a new challenge, check out the position description and apply today!