Job Description

• 12-months fixed term hybrid role based in Auckland Central
• Lead delivery of the RMA reform readiness programme
• Salary $145,000 - $155,000 plus 3.5% KiwiSaver contributions

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Shape the future of resource consenting in Auckland!

Auckland Council is preparing for significant reform of the resource management system, including the transition to a new legislative framework and changes to Council’s role in consenting and how decisions about development are made.

We are seeking an experienced change Delivery Lead with RMA experience to drive the Resource Consents Group’s readiness—ensuring our consenting functions can continue to effectively operate within NZ’s evolving framework including changes brought under the pending Planning and Natural Environment bills.

Reporting to the Head of Resource Consents, you will lead a 12-month programme to prepare our consenting teams for legislative and system change, working with Council’s Planning Policy, legal, compliance teams, elected members, and other external stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Lead delivery of a reform readiness programme
• Coordinate training, guidance, and implementation tools
• Drive process improvements and operational readiness
• Manage programme planning, risks, and reporting
• Work across planning, legal, policy, digital, and specialist teams
• Support planners and decision-makers through change

He kōrero mōu: About you

You are an experienced project or change professional with a strong understanding of the New Zealand planning framework and Auckland’s consenting environment.

You will bring:

• Demonstrated experience leading complex projects or change initiatives
• A strong working knowledge of the Resource Management Act and consenting processes
• The ability to operate confidently across technical and operational planning contexts
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence across all levels
• A pragmatic, solutions-focused approach, with demonstrated experience of practical implementation

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Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

Why join us.

• Be at the forefront of national reform implementation
• Deliver work with real impact on how Auckland grows and develops
• Work across a large, experienced, and collaborative consenting group, alongside Planning Policy, legal, compliance monitoring staff, elected members, and other key stakeholders
• Gain exposure to senior leadership and cross-council programmes
• Play a key role in shaping the future of the planning system

This is a full-time, fixed-term role based in Auckland with flexible and hybrid working options.

Help us make a difference to Tāmaki Makaurau.

Me Tono Ināianei!: Apply Now!

Applications close on Sunday, 10 May at 11:59 pm

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.