Senior Planning Advisor - #310063

Ko wai mātou - Who are we

Te Kaunihera-ā-rohe o Ngāmotu - New Plymouth District Council is a local government organisation located in the heart of New Plymouth. Our vision is to be the Sustainable Lifestyle Capital, and our district boasts a spectacular natural beauty from Taranaki Maunga to the moana. In 2021, we were awarded the most liveable city (for a population between 75,000 and 150,000) by the International Awards for Liveable Communities. We work collaboratively with iwi, Government, not-for-profits and businesses to achieve outcomes that benefit our community.

Te āheinga - The opportunity

The Senior Planning Advisor is a critical role within the Strategic Planning Group. This position requires a strategic thinker with substantial experience in resource management, urban planning, and policy formulation. The advisor will be instrumental in driving forward major planning strategies and ensuring that development aligns with the council's vision and regulatory frameworks.

Tino takohanga - Key responsibilities:

• Develop, implement and integrate the Councils spatial strategies, including the development of the District Plan
• Champion and implement the key directions of the New Plymouth District Blueprint
• Undertake stakeholder engagement as part of plan preparation with internal and external customers
• Prepare projects briefs and manage consultants for the delivery of district planning projects
• Actively ensure that legislative requirements and Council policies and procedures are fulfilled, particularly in relation to resource management legislation

Ngā tino pūkenga me ngā wheako - Essential skills and experience:

• Works collaboratively with others to enhance team performance
• Innovative and integrated thinking and decision making to enable delivery of projects
• Takes responsibility and accountability for own actions and day to day decision making
• Effective performance and delivery within a political environment
• Maintains cultural awareness and keeps up to date with issues affecting the community
• Tertiary Qualification in environmental planning or related field
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and relationship engagement
• Eligibility for membership to the New Zealand Planning Institute

He aha ai a Taranaki? - Why Taranaki?

With the stunning Mt Taranaki as a backdrop and the warm iron sands along our coast, it is no wonder Taranaki is one of the best regions in New Zealand and the world. In Taranaki, it's easy to achieve an enviable lifestyle without having to compromise your career. Our regions' dynamic surf, multitude of parks and gardens, iconic walkways, major events calendar and mountain playground make this the place to live!

Ōu mātou rourou - What we offer

At the New Plymouth District Council we aim to create and sustain a truly rewarding workplace environment for our staff including solid career pathways, learning and development opportunities as well as personal and professional development.

You can expect to start in this permanent, full-time role with us between $100,329 and $108,131. We have also put together an 'Our Peoples Package' that spans wellbeing, development, benefits, culture and recognition.

If you think this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!

Applications close on Wednesday, 29 May 2024.