Senior Consent Planner

About the role

Are you looking to take a step up in your career? We are looking for an experienced Planner to join our Strategy and Development group. Come join us on the beachside of the Eastern Bay of Plenty.

The Senior Consent Planner will have experience working in the RMA space and take the lead in processing and monitoring resource consents. This role will also give you the opportunity to mentor current and future team members through your experience. In this role, you will enjoy contributing to

Key responsibilities:

• Processing Resource Consent Applications
• Mentoring planning staff
• Providing consistent advice on matters relating to RMA 1991
• Policy Development Support – Regulatory, Environmental, Non-financial LTP, Engineering policies
• Enforcement of Non-Complying Activities
• Responding to compliance complaints
• Monitoring and Enforcement of Consent Conditions

About you

You will be able to accurately interpret, understand and apply relevant legislation and bylaws. The individual interested in this role will enjoy working with a diverse range of people and have a desire to do well for the local community. You are self sufficient but committed to supporting the team’s overall goals.

You will have:

• Relevant qualifications recognised by New Zealand Planning Institute
• A membership or working toward a membership of the New Zealand Planning Institute
• A minimum of 5 years working under the Resource Management Act 1991
• Experience working in local government
• A high level of computer literacy and a current driver’s licence.

About the district

Ōpōtiki district has a relatively small population but it is huge in size, opportunity and culture: it also boasts one of the most beautiful coastlines in the country. The district is in a period of growth and change, and working with us is an opportunity to play a part in the district’s transformation.

Applications close Monday, 3 March 2025 at 4.00pm.

Please note that applications will be processed as they are received so we encourage you to apply early, as we appoint as we go.

View the Position Description here.

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