Whanganui is a bustling and thriving community that is united, connected, creative, environmentally and culturally rich, and economically prosperous. We are comfortable with being a ‘bit different' and not following the pack because this sets the scene for the types of innovative approaches that we will continue to front-foot. We are growing and the Planning team needs your skills and experience to manage the high workload and see things progressing in our thriving and bustling city.

Are you ready to join a team of professionals who are positive and excited about the growth of their region?

The Challenge

• Provide robust planning and consenting advice on industrial, commercial & residential developments.
• Represent council and RMA interests in pre-applications meetings and hearing meetings.
• Provide sound, expert and robust advice on the Resource Management Act and the District Plan.
• Develop partnerships within the organisation to meet customer needs and demonstrate a ‘customer first' culture within the team.
• Support and participate in the long term and annual planning processes for Council when required.

Your Skills

• A tertiary qualification in resource management planning or a similar related qualification.
• Previous experience in the planning field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Be comfortable running pre-application meetings, engaging with the public and presenting at hearing committees.
• Up to date knowledge of the Resource Management Act legislation.

This is a full-time permanent position with an indicative pay range of $80,362 to $94,543 per annum dependent on skills, experience.

How to apply

Interested? Please review the position description and apply via our careers site without delay: https://whanganuidc.recruitmenthub.co.nz/Vacancies Reference code 6892499

Please note, only applications submitted via our careers page can be considered.

Applications close 29 May 2026

For more information about this role please contact Jason Shailer on 06 349 3181.