Rare and exciting opportunity to lead, manage and coach a team of planners to develop professionally and achieve their KPIs, whilst delivering good customer service and high-quality environmental and urban development outcomes. Review and make decisions on resource consents under delegation and be involved in the Unit’s operational management and decision making. Working primarily in the office is expected but flexible working arrangements are available.
Ideally, you will have at least two years’ leadership experience but might be a Senior Planner ready to take your next step. You will demonstrate leadership capabilities, have strong technical and working knowledge of the RMA and AUP, awareness of proposed legislative changes, and excellent written/verbal communication and problem-solving skills. You will have at least 8 years’ experience in the urban planning/resource management field and hold a relevant tertiary qualification preferably acknowledged by NZPI. A valid full NZ driver’s license is required to use Council vehicles.
Auckland Council is the largest local government council across Oceania, serving over 1.8 million people and contributing towards making Tāmaki Makaurau an Auckland we can all be proud of.
We offer a range of employee benefits and proudly support flexible working options where possible.
Help us make a difference to Tāmaki Makaurau.
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Our employer KiwiSaver contribution is additional to base salary offered.
Applications close Friday 30th October @ 11:59pm
Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE), and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.
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