New Plymouth District Council
- Posted: 11 Apr 2024
- Location: New Plymouth
- Work Type: Full Time
- Classification: Government & council
We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Planning Supervisor to lead our District Planning team.
Ko wai mātou - Who are we
Te Kaunihera-ā-rohe o Ngāmotu - New Plymouth District Council is a local government organisation located in the heart of New Plymouth. Our vision is to be the Sustainable Lifestyle Capital, and our district boasts a spectacular natural beauty from Taranaki Maunga to the moana. In 2021, we were awarded the most liveable city (for a population between 75,000 and 150,000) by the International Awards for Liveable Communities. We work collaboratively with iwi, Government, not-for-profits and businesses to achieve outcomes that benefit our community.
Te āheinga - The opportunity
We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Planning Supervisor to lead our District Planning team. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the planning process, manage a team of planners, and collaborate with stakeholders to shape the future growth and development of New Plymouth District.
Tino takohanga - Key responsibilities:
- Provide RMA expertise and process RMA and related applications
- Monitor workflow and team throughput to ensure compliance with statutory time frames
- Drive continuous improvement, team training and own team quality system in conjunction with team Lead and Reg services QA officers
- Provide support and guidance to other planners in the Consents team
- Process complex resource consent applications and provide expert evidence at planning hearings
- Ensure customer needs are met and deliver a high quality and cost effective service
- Develop and maintain relationships with industry sectors
- Actively ensure that legislative requirements and Council policies and procedures are fulfilled, particularly in relation to all key resource management legislation
- Actively ensure that good employer obligations and legislative requirements are fulfilled, particularly in relation to all key relevant legislation
Ngā tino pūkenga me ngā wheako - Essential skills and experience:
- Relevant tertiary resource management qualification
- Eligibility for membership of a professional institute
- Extensive experience (ideally six years plus) in a resource management field, preferably in local government
He aha ai a Taranaki? - Why Taranaki?
With the stunning Mt Taranaki as a backdrop and the warm iron sands along our coast, it is no wonder Taranaki is one of the best regions in New Zealand and the world. In Taranaki it's easy to achieve an enviable lifestyle without having to compromise your career. Our regions' dynamic surf, multitude of parks and gardens, iconic walkways, major events calendar and mountain playground make this the place to live!
Ōu mātou rourou - What we offer
At the New Plymouth District Council we aim to create and sustain a truly rewarding workplace environment for our staff including solid career pathways, learning and development opportunities as well as personal and professional development.
You can expect to start in this permanent, full-time role with us between $108,493 and $116,930. We have also put together an 'Our Peoples Package' that spans wellbeing, development, benefits, culture and recognition.
If you think this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!
Applications close on Friday, 26 April 2024.
Ko wai mātou - Who are we
Te Kaunihera-ā-rohe o Ngāmotu - New Plymouth District Council is a local government organisation located in the heart of New Plymouth. Our vision is to be the Sustainable Lifestyle Capital, and our district boasts a spectacular natural beauty from Taranaki Maunga to the moana. In 2021, we were awarded the most liveable city (for a population between 75,000 and 150,000) by the International Awards for Liveable Communities. We work collaboratively with iwi, Government, not-for-profits and businesses to achieve outcomes that benefit our community.
Te āheinga - The opportunity
We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Planning Supervisor to lead our District Planning team. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the planning process, manage a team of planners, and collaborate with stakeholders to shape the future growth and development of New Plymouth District.
Tino takohanga - Key responsibilities:
- Provide RMA expertise and process RMA and related applications
- Monitor workflow and team throughput to ensure compliance with statutory time frames
- Drive continuous improvement, team training and own team quality system in conjunction with team Lead and Reg services QA officers
- Provide support and guidance to other planners in the Consents team
- Process complex resource consent applications and provide expert evidence at planning hearings
- Ensure customer needs are met and deliver a high quality and cost effective service
- Develop and maintain relationships with industry sectors
- Actively ensure that legislative requirements and Council policies and procedures are fulfilled, particularly in relation to all key resource management legislation
- Actively ensure that good employer obligations and legislative requirements are fulfilled, particularly in relation to all key relevant legislation
Ngā tino pūkenga me ngā wheako - Essential skills and experience:
- Relevant tertiary resource management qualification
- Eligibility for membership of a professional institute
- Extensive experience (ideally six years plus) in a resource management field, preferably in local government
He aha ai a Taranaki? - Why Taranaki?
With the stunning Mt Taranaki as a backdrop and the warm iron sands along our coast, it is no wonder Taranaki is one of the best regions in New Zealand and the world. In Taranaki it's easy to achieve an enviable lifestyle without having to compromise your career. Our regions' dynamic surf, multitude of parks and gardens, iconic walkways, major events calendar and mountain playground make this the place to live!
Ōu mātou rourou - What we offer
At the New Plymouth District Council we aim to create and sustain a truly rewarding workplace environment for our staff including solid career pathways, learning and development opportunities as well as personal and professional development.
You can expect to start in this permanent, full-time role with us between $108,493 and $116,930. We have also put together an 'Our Peoples Package' that spans wellbeing, development, benefits, culture and recognition.
If you think this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!
Applications close on Friday, 26 April 2024.