Senior Planner | Kaiwhakamahere MatuaHybrid

Help shape Nelson’s future. Lead with expertise. Make a difference.

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Planner to join our Resource Consents team and play a key role in guiding sustainable growth across the Nelson region.

About Nelson City Council | E pā ana ki te Kaunihera o Whakatū

Our vision for Whakatū Nelson is a creative, prosperous and innovative city. Our community is inclusive, resilient, and connected – we care for each other and our environment.

About the role | Kō tēnei tūranga mahi

In this senior role, you’ll process a wide range of resource consents, provide mentoring and technical leadership to planners, and work closely with internal and external stakeholders to deliver high-quality, timely outcomes for our community.

As a Senior Planner, you will:

• Process complex resource consents in accordance with the Resource Management Act and associated legislation
• Provide mentoring, coaching and professional development support to planners
• Act as an expert witness at hearings and the Environment Court
• Support continuous improvement of systems, processes and customer outcomes
• Step into the Acting Team Leader role when required

About you | Ko ngā pūmanawa ō

You’re an experienced planning professional who brings sound judgement, strong technical capability, and a collaborative leadership style. You’ll also have:

• A relevant tertiary qualification in planning, resource management or a related discipline (professional membership preferred)
• Demonstrated experience processing complex resource consents
• Strong knowledge of the Resource Management Act and related legislation
• Experience with hearings processes and expert evidence
• Proven mentoring or leadership experience
• Excellent relationship management and communication skills
• A commitment to ongoing professional development, including growing capability in te reo Māori me ōna tikanga

What we offer | Ko ngā painga mōu

• Wellbeing leave, platforms and initiatives
• A fully subsidised health insurance scheme
• A flexible workplace including hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance
• Generous leave provisions
• Learning and professional development opportunities
• Access to various employee benefits and discounts
• Opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects that shape our community's wellbeing and future
• Mountains, beaches and national parks at your doorstep

Applications close | Rā whakakapi

Applications will be reviewed as received, and the vacancy may close early if a suitable candidate is found. We encourage you to apply without delay.

For further enquiries | Ina he pātai anō, whakapā mai

Please reach out to Adrian Ramage, Team Leader Resource Consents, Adrian.Ramage@ncc.govt.nz

At Nelson City Council, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, valued, and has a true sense of belonging. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from diverse ethnicities and cultures, LGBTQ+ communities, neurodivergent individuals, and people with disabilities. If you require any assistance with your application, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.