• Join a growing district in our Council team
• Training and development on offer
• Competitive remuneration

The Manawatū district is experiencing continued growth with 33% increase in residential dwellings and 15% increase in resource applications over the last year.

As a Senior Consents Planner, you'd play a crucial role in shaping the future of the district by facilitating responsible development while ensuring compliance with regulations. It's an excellent chance to contribute your expertise to a dynamic team during a period of growth and transformation. If you're enthusiastic about making a positive impact and thrive in a collaborative environment, this role could be a perfect fit for you.

We need you to have relevant experience and skills such as:

• Extensive knowledge of the Resource Management Act, particularly on resource and subdivision contents
• Ideally 5+ years practical experience in resource management consent processing
• Effective time management skills
• Excellent skills and proficiency in a range of computer systems and software, and electronic record management systems
• Experience in applying engineering standards and codes to subdivisions consent conditions
• Proven report writing and confident communication skills
• Competence in preparing evidence and presenting at hearings
• The ability to embrace change and continuous improvement
• The ability to provide planning advice, support and guidance to colleagues and management staff within the organisation, and to ratepayers and members of the public.

We can present you with an exciting challenge and the opportunity to contribute to the success of our team, our organisation and the growth of our district.

The salary range for this role is $92,800 to $125,600 (Mid-point is $109,200k) determined by the experience you bring. We also offer a range of staff benefits, including 5 weeks' annual leave for all staff.

The Manawatū District Council strives to be a successful, future-oriented organisation. We aim to provide a professional service and be able to adapt and respond to the ever-changing local government environment, while providing you with a rewarding and enjoyable workplace.