Tau ake ra te moana nei, e papaki kau ana ki te akau tangata, kakenga waka ka mauru te tohu ki te arearenga o Mauao, he pou herenga mou, he pou hononga mou, kia herea ki te tika, kia herea ki te pono. Kia mau, kia ita, kia u - haumi e, hui e, taiki e!Te Turanga | About the roleAs a Senior Environmental Planner this role offers the opportunity to thrive and evolve across a range of exciting opportunities, you will be able to use your knowledge and experience to mentor and develop at team of highly skilled planners whilst collaborating on cross- functional projects and fostering valuable internal and external relationships. We value objectivity in our planning endeavours and empower you to make impartial decisions. The role is pivotal in facilitating development initiatives that enhance the well-being of Tauranga's residents. You'll be responsible for diligently assessing resource utilisation and ensuring its appropriate allocation, ultimately contributing to the creation of sustainable communities. The fast-paced nature of our processes will provide you with the gratifying experience of witnessing first-hand how your contributions shape the growth and transformation of our city.Key elements of this position will include: Processing a range of resource consent applications, including the complex ones and making recommendations that are robust and legally defensible.Providing expert planning advice to internal and external stakeholders.Reviewing Planner's reports and making decisions under delegation.Applying a high degree of competency in negotiation, facilitation, coordination, and conflict resolution.Mentoring within the team and contributing to continuous improvement through business improvement initiatives.Participating in and leading initiatives to foster and enhance the awesome culture of our Team.This is an exciting role for an experienced planner and we are open to considering part-time work hours for someone with the right skills and experience. Nga Pukenga | What you'll need to succeedTo succeed in this role, you'll bring:Relevant planning qualification, NZPI membership preferential5+ years of post-graduation experience working in planningComprehensive knowledge of the Resource Management ActExcellent written and oral communication skillsStrong interpersonal communication skills and enthusiasm to contribute to our positive team culture To Tatou Kaunihera | About Tauranga City CouncilTauranga City Council is one of Tauranga's largest employers, and we are always looking to attract great talent to join our driven, passionate, and community-focused team.We always strive to ensure that you feel valued and supported in the workplace.To highlight that our people are our greatest asset, we offer a wide range of benefits that include 5 weeks annual leave, flexible hours and work from home options, as well as career development opportunities. Te Tukanga | How to applyIf you want to be part of an energetic, fun, and supportive team, then we'd love to hear from you.
