Resource Consent Planner - General
Tā tātou atarua – Our vision
Enabling what matters
He angitūtanga - The opportunity
We’re growing fast — and so is the variety of work we do in the Housing and Business Development Group. As a Resource Consent Planner, you’ll help deliver well-balanced decisions that enable sustainable development and contribute to positive outcomes for our community.
In this role, you’ll work on a broad range of applications, applying your planning knowledge and judgment to navigate different issues. You’ll collaborate with others to provide clear advice and ensure our consenting services are accessible, customer-focused, and aligned with te Tiriti principles.
As part of the team, you will:
- Assess and process resource consent applications to a high standard
- Work closely with colleagues and customers to provide clear, practical planning advice
- Contribute ideas to help improve processes and strengthen engagement with iwi and the community
We’re looking for someone who’s values-led, community-minded, and keen to make a positive impact. You’ll be a good communicator, a problem-solver, and a team player who enjoys working with others and learning along the way.
If you meet most – but not all – of the requirements, we’d still love to hear from you.
Salary will be negotiated based on skills, experience, and what you bring to the team! We are open to different skill levels and looking for the right fit for our team.
He kōrero mōu - About you
You will have up-to-date knowledge of the Resource Management Act and related legislation, experience of processing a range of resource consent and other applications, and the ability to form a complex planning argument. We are looking for someone who has outstanding interpersonal skills, particularly relationship-building, is self-motivated, and has good organisational skills and a commitment to quality customer service. You will have a qualification in resource management planning or a related field and relevant planning experience.
This is a permanent full-time role that will work in a flexible, collaborative and supportive work environment. A competitive remuneration package will be negotiated with someone who demonstrates the right attitude, attributes and skills.
Tā tātou ahurea – Our culture
Horowhenua District Council is proud to be an inclusive workplace; we celebrate difference, diversity, and aim to empower our employees. We are an organisation built on innovation and optimism and are embarking on an organisation reset. We are motivated to build a place where we value our people and provide opportunities for them to build outstanding careers and better Horowhenua.
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou - What we offer
An excellent working environment where passionate and committed team members who strive to make a difference for current and future generations. This important opportunity to join a thriving organisation with a strong focus on delivery and to do meaningful work with motivated people that has a direct impact on the lives of our Horowhenua Community.
Tono mai ināianei - Apply now
If you are interested in learning more about what the role involves, please see the position description, if you have any questions or would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Jin Humphreys Planning and Development Manager jinh@horowhenua.govt.nz or phone on (06) 366 0999. Job closes 26 November 2025.
He rau ringa e pakari ai ngā taura whiri i ō tātou kāinga noho me ō tātou hapori – mai i te pae maunga o Tararua ki te moana.
With many hands the threads which weave our neighbourhoods and communities together will be strengthened from the Tararua Ranges to the sea.
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