Job Description

Permanent | Full Time | Rangiora

Lead the Future of Planning in Waimakariri

Are you an experienced planning professional ready to take the next step in your career?

Waimakariri District Council is establishing a dedicated Duty Planning Team to support growing demand, enhance customer service, and strengthen the delivery of planning advice across the district. We are seeking a Duty Planning Supervisor to lead this new team, help shape its future direction, and drive consistent, high-quality service delivery.

This newly established leadership opportunity will see you coordinating the delivery of planning advice and mentoring Duty Planners to ensure timely, accurate, and customer-focused outcomes. Working within our Resource Consents Team, you will play a key role in supporting the effective administration of the Resource Management Act 1991 (RMA), while contributing to sustainable growth, environmental stewardship, and positive customer experiences across the Waimakariri District.

About the Role

Reporting to the Resource Consents Team Leader, you will oversee the day-to-day operation of the Duty Planning service, ensuring public enquiries, pre-application meetings, PIM reviews, vehicle crossing permits, and planning advice are delivered efficiently and professionally.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and coordinate the Duty Planning function, ensuring timely responses to enquiries and applications

• Provide specialist planning advice and support pre-application meetings

• Process resource consents and planning approvals, in accordance with legislation

• Maintain accurate records to support planning processes

• Offer leadership, guidance and assistance to the wider team as needed, contributing to overall service quality

About You

To be successful in this role, you'll bring:

• A people-focused professional with strong interpersonal skills, able to build positive relationships and communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, including applicants, consultants, colleagues, and members of the public.

• A recognised qualification in Planning, Resource Management, Surveying, or a related field

• Approximately 4–5 years' experience as a Duty Planner and processing resource consent applications

• Up-to-date knowledge of the Resource Management Act 1991 and related planning legislation

• A proactive leader with strong organisational and time management skills

• Someone who thrives in a collaborative and supportive environment

• A keen eye for detail, effective communication, and process improvement

• Ability to foster a positive and efficient work culture

Why This Role?

This is a great opportunity to take on a leadership role, expand your expertise, and play a key part in shaping effective planning processes. You’ll work closely with a knowledgeable and supportive team, applying your skills to meaningful and impactful projects that support sustainable growth across the Waimakariri District.

Ready to take the next step?

If you would like to find out more about this exciting opportunity, for a confidential chat please contact Ian Carstens, Resource Consents Team Leader on 0800 965 468 (0800 WMK GOV).

Please click here to view a copy of the position description. (NB – this link is not compatible with LinkedIn, if required please access via our website: https://careers.waimakariri.govt.nz/#jobs)

If you have the skills, attitude and qualification for this position, then get in touch because we want to hear from you!

Please complete the online application form and attach your CV. The role closes on Applications close at 5.00pm, Monday 27 July 2026, but we will be interviewing as suitable candidates apply.