Resource/Environmental Planner
An exciting opportunity to build on your planning skill-set
Minimum two years' experience
Are you ready to make a difference to your local community? Be a part of shaping the future of our district, while enjoying a competitive salary, professional growth, free parking, and a fun and supportive work environment.
We are currently seeking a highly motivated person with a minimum two years' experience, working in New Zealand as a Resource/Environmental Planner to join our Regulatory and Compliance Group. You'll be responsible for administering and meeting the statutory requirements of the Resource Management Act 1991 and the Local Government Act 1974. As a key member of the team, you will be involved in resource management, district plans, compliance and policy, and ensuring that all activities comply with legal requirements.
Waimate District has a thriving and welcoming community that's growing! Waimate offers affordable housing, great schools and an amazing array of outdoor recreational activities including a host of events throughout the year. We are centrally located between Dunedin and Christchurch. In the picture-perfect setting of South Canterbury, we have Aoraki/Mt Cook, the Waitaki Lakes and the Pacific Ocean all within close proximity.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Land use and subdivision consent
- Environmental effects assessments
- Compliance monitoring of resource consents and the effectiveness of the District Plan
- Project information memorandum (PIM's) and Land information memorandum (LIM's) planning components
- Liquor licencing as it relates to planning
- Forestry notification as it relates to planning
- Receive Resource Management enquiries/complaints and assist in their satisfactory resolution/response
- Provide advice on relevant legislation, plans, policy statements and standards, and ensure the planning activity is conducted in accordance with legal and best practice requirements
- District Plan reviews and changes
- Submissions and other planning instruments e.g. Regional Policy Statements, Regional Plans, and Government environmental plans
- Annual Environment reporting and surveys
Our ideal candidate for this role will have a degree in planning or a related field, with a thorough understanding of resource management, environmental regulations, and relevant planning legislation. You must be an excellent communicator, able to work independently, and be comfortable in a fast-paced environment. If you are a proactive and self-motivated individual with a passion for planning, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
In return, we'll offer you a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, free onsite parking and a great working culture.
If you are ready to join a vibrant, team-driven Council as our Resource/Environmental Planner, then apply now!
Previous applicants need not apply.
Please note: You will need to have the legal right to work in New Zealand and a full, current driver license to apply for this role.
The recruitment of this role is being managed by JacksonStone & Partners. Please contact Naomi Widener on
04 550 8000 for further information.
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