Resource Consents Planning Officer (QLDC)

Lakes District Council is at the very heart of a dynamic community. Our services are essential to the people in our region and include infrastructure development, community recreational facilities and planning, building and other regulatory services.

We’re proud to be QLDC, and in response to the growth the district has experienced over recent years, QLDC has itself experienced substantial growth. We genuinely believe in developing our people and providing them with all the tools and opportunities needed to succeed.

About the role:
We’re looking for a Graduate planner who is ready to expand their horizons, embrace that vital balance between working hard and playing hard, be motivated to Bring Your Best to work and life alike and inspired to represent a Council with other high-performing professionals, who enjoy working collaboratively in our Team.

Responsibilities of the role:

• Undertaking the role of Duty Planner for public enquiries.
• Processing planning information checks for building consent applications (PIMs) and planning compliance checks for Alcohol Licenses.
• Processing and draft decisions for resource consent applications, ensuring delivery to quality standards and within set timeframes.
• Ensuring accurate and up-to-date records are maintained in relation to responsibilities.
• Implementing and continually improving service delivery policies, processes, and systems to provide effective and efficient resource consenting activities.

What we offer:
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, wellbeing, and professional growth, including:

• Southern Cross Wellbeing One Plan
• Discounted membership to our health and fitness facilities
• Hybrid working practices
• Genuine commitment to your training and career development
• Competitive market remuneration

What you'll bring:
You will be a highly motivated, achievement-oriented, and innovative professional with a can-do and outcome-focused attitude.

To best succeed in this role, you’ll have:

• Tertiary degree qualification (or studying towards) in Resource Management/ Urban Planning (related discipline may be considered)
• Membership of the New Zealand Planning Institute or eligible for membership
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Full driver’s license.

To apply, please follow the link or for any questions please contact Kenny Macdonald, Team Leader - Resource Consents, on [email protected]

Applications close: Friday 28th March

Please note we will review and process applications as they come through; we encourage your early application.