Senior Resource Consents Planner
5 days ago
**The District**
Nau mai haere mai, welcome to the Timaru District. Te Tihi o Maru is a thriving and innovative community. It is the central hub for the South Island, servicing a large agricultural heartland, with a growing economy that provides the import and export gateway for primary sectors. We boast a Top 10 most loved beach in Aotearoa and have access to mountains, rivers and lakes, making Timaru an ideal destination for recreational, sporting and cultural pursuits.
Let’s not forget about that 7 minute commute to work
**The Organisation**
Te Kaunihera ā Rohe o Te Tihi o Maru aims to enable democratic local decision-making and action by, and on behalf of communities, to promote the social, economic, environmental, and cultural well-being of its communities in the present and for the future. With around 400 staff, there are a diverse range of roles from front facing community to support and technical specialists.
**The Role / Person**
Our District Planning team are on the lookout for a **Senior Planner **who can jump in and hit the ground running with a diverse range of activities including urban growth, industrial development, heritage, biodiversity and commitment to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. If you’re after career progression and keen to play a key role in the development of our thriving district - this is the role for you
Working as a Senior Planner will put you at the **forefront of Council’s resource management functions and regulations**.
We need a future focused individual who is committed to delivering enduring solutions for our growing community.
We are seeking an experienced Planner with comprehensive knowledge and experience working with the RMA. By way of background, you will hold a relevant tertiary qualification with a Planning or Resource Management focus.
We guarantee diversity and growth; you will collaborate with stakeholders and work on various urban and rural development, industrial expansions and projects involving heritage, significant natural areas and outstanding landscapes.
**This is your step-up to an awesome career in Planning - learn from the best and hone your skills, with career development opportunities as well Timaru is a place where you can achieve an enviable lifestyle without having to compromise your career.**
This is a permanent full-time position (40 hours per week, Monday to Friday).
The salary range for the Senior Planner is $94,257 to $110,891 per annum.
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