Senior Planning Engineer - Transport/Subdivisions

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About the team | Ko te rōpū nei

The Transport Asset Planning Team oversees planning and delivery of Council’s 10-year Long Term Plan transport capital programme. It assesses current and future transport demands and leads infrastructure planning to support land use, population, and economic growth.

Our goal is a well-planned, multi-modal transport network that promotes economic, social, environmental resilience and sustainability, aligned with Council’s Community Outcomes and Strategic Priorities.

About the role | Ko te mahi nei

This is a senior-level opportunity where you’ll take the lead on subdivision-related transport planning and infrastructure delivery. Acting as Council’s representative, you’ll partner with developers, consultants, and internal teams to ensure new transport infrastructure is well-designed, future-focused, and delivers great outcomes for the city.

You’ll Have The Autonomy To Negotiate Cost-share Agreements And Influence How Subdivision Budgets Are Invested To Support Growth. This Role Combines Strategic Thinking With Hands-on Delivery - Giving You The Chance To Influence City-wide Development Patterns While Managing Complex Projects. You Will:

• Assess subdivision applications and provide transport planning advice
• Lead cost-share negotiations with developers to achieve the best outcomes for Council and the community
• Act as project manager for subdivision-related transport projects
• Provide input into transport infrastructure design and review engineering plans
• Manage and allocate subdivision programme budgets
• Mentor and support planners and engineers within the team
• Build strong relationships across Council, with developers, consultants, and stakeholders

About you | Ko Koe Tēnei

You’re a Confident Senior Engineer With Strong Commercial Acumen And The Ability To Influence Outcomes In Complex Environments. You Bring Strong Negotiation Skills, Sound Engineering Judgement, And a Collaborative Approach To Working With Others. You’re Comfortable Managing Competing Priorities And Enjoy Taking a Big-picture View While Still Delivering High-quality Outcomes. You Bring With You:

• Degree in Civil/Transport Engineering or similar
• 8+ years’ experience in transport planning, engineering, or infrastructure delivery
• Strong understanding of subdivision development and infrastructure planning
• Proven experience in negotiation and stakeholder relationship management
• Ability to think strategically about growth and how developments connect across a city
• Strong project and programme management capability
• Excellent communication skills, including translating technical information for non-technical audiences

Experience in local government and knowledge of NZ planning frameworks (e.g., District Plans, RMA processes) will be highly regarded.

What's in it for you? He aha ngā hua ki a koe?

You’ll Have The Opportunity To Shape How Christchurch Grows - Leveraging Your Expertise To Influence Major Infrastructure Decisions And Deliver Outcomes That Benefit The Community. Alongside a High Level Of Autonomy, You’ll Work On Complex, Meaningful Projects With a Supportive Team, While Continuing To Grow Your Career In a Role That Blends Strategy, Leadership, And Delivery. You Will Also Benefit From:

• Access to training programmes, workshops, and development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements - WFH, adjustable start and finish times, option to purchase extra leave.
• Collaboration - exposure to wider areas of the organisation
• Benefits - a variety of benefits for Council staff from health schemes to retail discounts.

If this sounds like an interesting opportunity, you think you have what it takes and want to get involved in shaping our City then please apply today.

Additional Information | Ko ētahi atu kōrero

At the Christchurch City Council, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways.

We understand that recruitment processes can be challenging. If you require any support or adjustments to help you put your best foot forward, please reach out to us at ***email_hidden***

• Hours of work - 37.5 - 40 hours per week
• Position - Permanent, full-time
• Location - This position is primarily based at Te Hononga, Christchurch City Council Civic Offices - 53 Hereford Street
• Salary - The salary band for this position goes from $126,230 to $140,255 per annum based on a 40 hour week. Starting salaries will be based on knowledge, skills and experience the successful candidate brings to the role, and relativities both, within the immediate team and in the broader organisation for the same or similar roles.
• Closing Date - 19/06/2026

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Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date.