Step into an exciting role as a Senior Planner at Kaipara District Council, where you'll join our close-knit Resource Consents team committed to supporting the ongoing growth and development of our vibrant communities. This is your chance to become a key player in shaping the future of Kaipara and leave a lasting impact!

• Are you an experienced Planner ready to take the next step in your career development?
• Don't miss your chance to join our dynamic, energetic and high-achieving organisation!
• Permanent, full-time or part-time opportunity based in Mangawhai with WFH options.  

About the opportunity

Our team of Planners work on a wide array of captivating rural lifestyle subdivisions and consenting projects, spanning both commercial and residential developments. They are dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service, fostering collaborative efforts to offer premium technical guidance to applicant's and our thriving community.

As a Senior Planner, you'll leverage your resource management expertise, offer expert guidance to applicants, manage application processes, and clearly communicate outcomes. You'll also contribute to the growth of our team by mentoring Planners and Graduate Planners, helping them expand their skills and advance professionally.

What's in it for you?

Aside from our fantastic location, Kaipara District Council offers a fun, inclusive and forward-thinking team environment.  In addition, we also offer:

• Full-time and part-time opportunities available, with flexible work options to suit your lifestyle.
• Relocation assistance for the right candidates to settle into the region
• Competitive salary
• Genuine opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Health and wellbeing initiatives, including wellbeing challenges
• Fresh fruit and espresso in the office
• 1 paid day off per year to volunteer in the Kaipara community
• Staff healthcare, banking and retail discounts
• 5 weeks Annual Leave after 5 years' service

Did we mention the amazing lifestyle?

Mangawhai has it all - this beautiful slice of Northland offers sunshine, stretches of white sand, famous surf breaks, secret fishing spots, native forests, and rolling green hills - all within a buzzing yet laid-back community, dotted with boutiques, markets and cafes. You'll strike the perfect balance between living at a beautiful beach holiday destination with open traffic-free roads, yet still within easy reach of both Auckland and Whangarei cities.

About You

To be successful in this role you will need:

• A tertiary degree in planning, resource management or a related field
• Extensive experience in resource management with full membership, or eligibility to become a full member of the NZ Planning Institute
• You will have excellent communication skills
• You will also pride yourself on being self-managing and innovative
• A current NZ Driver Licence, with capability to travel around the district

About Kaipara District Council (KDC)    

At Kaipara District Council, we're more than just a workplace - we're a passionate team committed to creating a vibrant, inclusive, and healthy community where people love to live, work, and play. We're guided by the values of mahi tahi (teamwork), mana (integrity), pono (trust), whakaute (respect), and mahia te mahi (make it happen), which shape everything we do. These values inspire us to foster an environment where people and communities thrive.   

If you're ready to make a real difference and be part of something special, we'd love to hear from you!   

How to Apply 

To view the job description and apply for this job go to: https://kaiparadc.recruitmenthub.co.nz/Careers & enter ref code: 6741710

For more information, contact Kevin Whitehead, P&C Talent Acquisition Partner, at careers@kaipara.govt.nz.   

Please note that the preferred candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, including criminal history and police vetting checks.