Planner Kaiwhakamāhere

2 weeks ago


Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Beca Full time

Planner | Kaiwhakamāhere (Wellington | Te Whanganui-a-Tara)

  • Make an impact and take the next step in your career, delivering transformational projects in infrastructure, three waters, and land development sectors.
  • Help shape the Te WhanganuiaTara region and beyond, providing planning consultancy services to enhance daily life.
  • Grow your career collaborating with industry leaders in a dynamic and friendly workplace.

The opportunity | Te kāinga rua


Join our planning practice, where you will play a key role in our Wellington-based team, working on projects across the city, region, and lower North Island.

By joining us, you will be an essential part of projects shaping the region, interacting with a diverse range of clients.

This position will enhance your technical knowledge, client interaction skills, and leadership in projects that impact our environment.

As part of a nationwide team with top planning practitioners, you will receive excellent support for your professional growth.

You will collaborate closely with other technical experts within our Community Shaping team, such as landscape architects, transport planners, urban designers, and environmental advisors.

In this period of significant planning system changes, we are investing heavily in our team's skills to stay ahead of reforms and ensure effective planning for the future.


Join a close-knit and respected team known for providing high-quality planning and environmental consulting services to various clients.

You will have the opportunity to work with organizations like Wellington Water, Waka Kotahi, Fire and Emergency New Zealand, councils, local Iwi, Rūnanga, Hapū, and other government agencies.

You will be part of a team recognized for their advisory role in community shaping projects across the region and Aotearoa New Zealand.


About you | Te rongoā

In this role, you will:

  • Demonstrate a willingness to enhance technical skills and pursue learning opportunities and professional accreditation.
  • Independently deliver high-quality planning advice, reports, and proposals to meet client requirements.
  • Communicate effectively and build positive relationships with colleagues, clients, and contractors.

What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

Furthermore, we provide:

  • Professional development support, guiding you towards full NZPI membership.
  • Access to learning from industry experts and technical specialists across Aotearoa New Zealand.
  • A supportive work environment where you can be your authentic self.
  • Flexible work arrangements to accommodate personal/family commitments.
  • Comprehensive benefits, including discounted health insurance, gym memberships, and numerous social events.

About us | Ko wai mātou
Beca is one of the largest independent advisory, design, and engineering consultancies in Asia Pacific.

We are a diverse team of nearly 4,000 individuals bringing varied perspectives and expertise to every project, offering innovative solutions based on collective experience and insights.

We are proudly headquartered in New Zealand and as an employee-owned firm, foster a culture of collaboration, ownership, and care.

Our team is dedicated to Te Whanganui-a-Tara and Aotearoa, striving to make a positive impact on their community.



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