Landscape Development Advisor

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsAbout the role:There is no such thing as a typical day in the life of a Council Landscape Development Advisor some days are spent out in the field completing hold-point inspections or meetings, other days will be spent inside approving resource consent applications and landscaping plans.About the role:There is no such thing as a typical day in the life of a Council Landscape Development Advisor some days are spent out in the field completing hold-point inspections or meetings, other days will be spent inside approving resource consent applications and landscaping plans.The key responsibility of this role is to ensure that works undertaken, and assets being vested, meet Councils expectations and the relevant legislationThe Landscape Development Advisor is responsible for ensuring that the open spaces components of all developments meet the appropriate construction standards.
We do this by:Imposing landscaping conditions on resource consentsApproving all landscaping design plansManaging the construction phase of developments and ensuring all vested landscaping asset installation meets expected standards.Reviewing all landscaping quality assurance documentation and issuing final acceptance of vested assetsMonitoring during the defect's liability periodApproving the release of uncompleted works and maintenance bondsRegularly reviewing the Engineering Code of PracticeManaging and growing strong working relationships with developers and contractorsCommunicating with customersAbout YouThis role would suit someone down to earth, who likes a challenge and is prepared to go the extra mile to achieve a good outcome.
The role would be well suited to someone who is happy being self-directed but is also comfortable working as part of a team.
This role has so much room for growth and opportunity.The successful applicant should tick most of the following:Experience with landscaping designs and reportsSkilled in landscaping design/construction standards and specificationsExcellent relationship management skills with a variety or stakeholders (consultants, developers, planners, council asset managers & contractors) Landscaping design and construction experience, ideally you have experience working with landscaping on Public Parks/Reserves, streetscapes and stormwater management areas.Experience working with resource consents and council district plans.Experience with document management and process documentationExperience on construction sites with project management capabilityYou will be comfortable with changing dynamics and have the natural ability to roll with changes that occur in a dynamic environment.About UsFor several years Selwyn has been experiencing rapid and sustained economic and population growth.
With this growth comes a vibrant community, fantastic facilities, and exciting career opportunities!Our main offices are based in Rolleston, centrally located within the district and an easy commute from Christchurch.
There's parking nearby, flexible working options and a great range of benefits for permanent staff including:Great work-life balance with the flexibility to work in with your commitments.Life insuranceWellbeing and volunteer leaveThree days paid leave between Christmas and New YearDiscounts with local and national businessesCareer coaching and developmentOur values are important to all of us and represent the way we work:Be a good humanBe brave - Think differentlyBetter together.
Make it Happen for SelwynSelwyn District Council honours Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
We are committed to working with our Treaty partner to deliver on our obligations under Te Tiriti o Waitangi.We value the safety of our community - this role requires a satisfactory safety check including police vetting and for you to pass a drug and alcohol test.If you are driven to join a fun and vibrant team and do an exceptional job which contributes meaningfully to the lives of people in Selwyn, we'd love to hear from you.Seniority levelSeniority levelEntry levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionOtherIndustriesGovernment Relations ServicesReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Selwyn District Council by 2xGet notified about new Development Advisor jobs in Rolleston, Canterbury, New Zealand.Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand 8 months agoEmbedded Linux Field Engineer for Devices/IoTChristchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand 1 month agoWe're unlocking community knowledge in a new way.
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