As Napier continues to grow and evolve, we’re looking for a Development Standards Coordinator to play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality engineering outcomes across the city. In this role, you’ll manage development-related applications, helping the team to provide advice to internal and external stakeholders, and ensure consistent engineering standards are applied across projects. You’ll be the key liaison connecting developers, consultants, and council teams, keeping processes running smoothly while contributing to system improvements and policy updates.

This is a hands-on, collaborative role where your initiative, organisation, and problem-solving skills will be put to full use. From processing applications and tracking progress to supporting regulatory compliance and service requests, your work will directly impact the quality, safety, and efficiency of Napier’s development. If you thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and are passionate about enabling smart, sustainable growth, this is the opportunity for you.

Te Āheinga - The Opportunity

• Be a key point of contact for engineering applications, providing advice and support to internal and external stakeholders.

• Coordinate development standards, regulatory compliance, and service requests to ensure consistent, high-quality outcomes.

• Contribute to process improvements, system enhancements, and updates to codes, policies, and council documents.

• Collaborate across teams, building strong relationships and helping enable smart, efficient development across Napier.

• Work in a dynamic, supportive environment where your initiative, ideas, and problem-solving skills make a tangible impact.

He kōrero mōhou - About You

• 3–4 years’ relevant experience in engineering, local government, or regulatory/compliance environments.

• Practical understanding of engineering, environmental, and planning principles, with confidence in applying standards and legislation.

• Strong coordination, communication, and relationship-building skills – able to work across multiple teams and with external stakeholders.

• Highly organised, adaptable, and capable of managing competing priorities and deadlines.

• Proactive, analytical, and committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and excellent customer service.

Ngā painga mōhou - What we Offer

• 5 weeks annual leave after 2 years service

• Discounted Health Insurance Work Scheme + Eye Test Subsidy

• Retailer Discounts + Study assistance

• Employee Assistance Program (OCP)

• Quarterly values awards + Birthday vouchers + Social club

• Free flu vaccinations (annual)

• Ka Awatea Cultural Wānanga + NCC Kapa Haka

• Te Reo Māori language classes

This is a permanent, full time opportunity working 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday. You will be based in Napier’s CBD.

The annual salary package for this role is between $63,700-$75,000 (including KiwiSaver), with the final offer depending on your skills and experience.

Applications for this role close on 10 February 2026, however due to the highly competitive employment market we will be interviewing applications as we receive them and may close the role when we have found the right person. Please do not delay in making your application.

He kōrero mō Te Kaunihera o Ahuriri - About NCC

At Napier City Council, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and work to make our hiring process fair and accessible. If you need any support or adjustments during your application or interview, let us know—we’re happy to help!

Our success is grounded in strong partnerships with Mana Whenua and Iwi, supported by our Māori Partnerships team, Te Waka Rangapū, which builds cultural capability through education and training.

Before you join, you’ll need to complete pre-employment checks (including criminal background checks, with some roles requiring health screening and/or drug testing). As an NCC employee, you may also be called on to support Civil Defence emergencies when our community needs us most.

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

Job Description – Development Standards Coordinator