CALLING ALL CONSENTS PLANNERS!!!

Napier City Council has an opportunity for a highly motivated and experienced Principal Resource Consent Planner to join our team.

In this role, you will be responsible of the preparation, application and monitoring of the legal provisions relevant to resource management activities and responsibilities of Council. As an integral member of the City Strategy – Planning Team, you will be directly involved in ensuring the coordinated delivery of City Strategy policies, and ultimately influencing the shape of our city.

Responsibilities:

• Act as a first point of contact for business and developers, facilitating and providing pre-application advice and support
• Ensure legislative obligations are met under the District Plan and Resource Management Act
• Report on key applications and developer initiatives, raise issues early and coordinate Council’s response, inform the Team Leader Planning and Compliance of all matters of concern.
• Assist the Team Leader with peer review, mentoring and coaching team members as required
• Ensure regulatory decisions are strategic and align to the City Vision, District Plan, Long Term Plan and positively enables activity and development in Napier.

About You

We are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate person with:

• A tertiary qualification in Planning, Resource Management or related fields
• Minimum of five years’ practical experience as a planner within local government, the private sector or similar, and at least two years as a Senior Planner
• Knowledge and understanding of legislation relating to resource management and local government
• Eligibility for NZPI membership
• Excellent communication skills
• A high degree of competency in negotiation, facilitation, coordination and conflict resolution
• Good sense of humour and a positive approach to work and life

We will be interviewing applications as we receive them and may close the role when we have found the right person.

About Us

Join the dynamic team at Napier City Council, where we pride ourselves on excellence, integrity, and sustainability, while delivering exceptional customer and community service. As one of Napier's most sought-after employers, we offer more than just a job. How about exclusive retail discounts, discounted medical insurance, and a generous 5 weeks of annual leave after just 2 years of service?

We're not just any employer – we're an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Our commitment to inclusivity extends to our recruitment process, where we strive to break down barriers and create an environment where every employee can flourish and bring their best. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to ensure a smooth application or interview process, please let us know. Our dedicated People & Capabilities department is here to make reasonable adjustments, ensuring a fair and accessible recruitment experience for all.

Before joining our team, our preferred candidates will undergo thorough pre-employment screening. Rest assured, this includes drug testing to ensure a safe and healthy workplace. Some roles may also require health screening.

At Napier City Council, we play a vital role in Civil Defence emergencies, and that means everyone on our team may be called upon to support the response. It's an opportunity to make a real difference in our community.

Don't miss out on the chance to be a part of our exciting team at Napier City Council. Apply today and discover a rewarding career where your skills and contributions are valued.

Please visit Napier City Council Careers website to see full job description

Job Description - Principal Resource Consent Planner