Intermediate Resource Consents Planner

• Assess a range of resource consent applications against the Resource Management Act, District Plan, and other planning requirements
• Prepare clear planning reports and recommendations to support decision making
• Provide practical planning advice to applicants, developers, consultants, and the public
• Guide customers through the resource consent process, including pre-application meetings
• Work with internal specialists and external stakeholders to progress applications and resolve planning matters
• Undertake site visits and assess proposals within their environmental and planning context
• Manage your own caseload and ensure applications are processed within statutory timeframes
• Contribute to positive planning outcomes that support Napier’s growth while protecting the environment

• A tertiary qualification in Planning (or similar) and eligibility for professional membership
• Around 2–5 years’ experience in resource management, ideally within resource consents or policy (local government experience is a bonus)
• A good working knowledge of the Resource Management Act, District Plans, and planning regulations
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders
• Sound judgement and problem-solving skills, with the ability to balance competing priorities
• The ability to manage deadlines and workloads while maintaining high-quality outcomes
• A collaborative and customer-focused approach to working with both internal teams and the public
• Confidence using MS Office and other systems to support your work

local government experience

• 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