New Plymouth District Council
- Posted: 20 Mar 2024
- Location: New Plymouth
- Work Type: Full Time
- Classification: Real Estate & Property
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
Are you passionate about shaping the future landscape of our community? Do you possess a keen strategic mindset and an aptitude for property management? New Plymouth District Council invites applications for the role of Strategic Property Advisor to join our dynamic team.
As a Strategic Property Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in advising and executing property strategies that align with the council's objectives. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of New Plymouth while ensuring prudent management of our property assets.
Tino takohanga - Key responsibilities:
- Undertake acquisition and disposal (including Statutory Land Management actions) of Council property interests in a timely manner
- Provide support to the Property Manager and work with other Council Teams in developing and maintaining a strategic plan for the council property portfolio and progress implementation of Council policy and strategy
- Build and maintain strong productive relationships across Council, Elected Members, iwi and hapu and with landowners to enable the work plan to be delivered
- Identify business opportunities, creative solutions and ensure best practices are applied
- Provide support to the Property Manager in ensuring team performance meets expectations and in developing team members through active mentoring and coaching
- 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:
- Maintains cultural awareness and keeps up to date with issues affecting iwi and the community
- The active application of technical expertise to strengthen business performance and delivery
- Works collaboratively with others to enhance and/or develop organisation performance
- Takes responsibility and accountability for own actions and day to day decision making
- Effective performance and delivery within a political environment
- Relevant property tertiary qualification
- Five years experience in a property or similar type of role
- Knowledge of local government property environment helpful but not essential
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 region's 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 $100,329 to $108,131. 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 Thursday, 4 April 2024.
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
Are you passionate about shaping the future landscape of our community? Do you possess a keen strategic mindset and an aptitude for property management? New Plymouth District Council invites applications for the role of Strategic Property Advisor to join our dynamic team.
As a Strategic Property Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in advising and executing property strategies that align with the council's objectives. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of New Plymouth while ensuring prudent management of our property assets.
Tino takohanga - Key responsibilities:
- Undertake acquisition and disposal (including Statutory Land Management actions) of Council property interests in a timely manner
- Provide support to the Property Manager and work with other Council Teams in developing and maintaining a strategic plan for the council property portfolio and progress implementation of Council policy and strategy
- Build and maintain strong productive relationships across Council, Elected Members, iwi and hapu and with landowners to enable the work plan to be delivered
- Identify business opportunities, creative solutions and ensure best practices are applied
- Provide support to the Property Manager in ensuring team performance meets expectations and in developing team members through active mentoring and coaching
- 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:
- Maintains cultural awareness and keeps up to date with issues affecting iwi and the community
- The active application of technical expertise to strengthen business performance and delivery
- Works collaboratively with others to enhance and/or develop organisation performance
- Takes responsibility and accountability for own actions and day to day decision making
- Effective performance and delivery within a political environment
- Relevant property tertiary qualification
- Five years experience in a property or similar type of role
- Knowledge of local government property environment helpful but not essential
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 region's 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 $100,329 to $108,131. 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 Thursday, 4 April 2024.