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Senior Planner

Job description

Brief

An exciting opportunity awaits with a respected council in the stunning Queenstown Lakes District. Known for balancing growth with environmental stewardship, the organisation manages complex resource consents and supports sustainable community development. Embrace a lifestyle in one of New Zealand's most picturesque regions while contributing to impactful projects across both land use and subdivision planning.

What’s in it for you?
  • Competitive salary and professional development support
  • Work on high-impact projects in a region known for its natural beauty
  • Flexible work arrangements, enabling a strong work-life balance
  • Inclusive and diverse workplace culture focused on continuous improvement
Non-Negotiables
  • A minimum of 5 years' experience in resource consent planning, with solid RMA knowledge
  • Tertiary qualification in planning or a related discipline
  • Proven skills in stakeholder engagement and decision-making under council delegations
Desirables
  • Membership with the New Zealand Planning Institute (NZPI)
  • Familiarity with subdivision planning and the Queenstown Lakes District Plan
  • Experience providing evidence at hearings or court

Next Steps

If you are interested in this challenging and exciting role, or you want to have a chat about your career development and/or market conditions, please send your CV to cian@84recruitment.co.nz or give me a call on +6421 408 370.