Trades And Services, Christchurch

Trades And Services Jobs in Christchurch

Alexander Knight Recruitment

Intermediate & Senior Planners

  • Posted 2d ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time
Location

Christchurch


Salary

$140  -  $160 k/yr


Job Description

The Company
Very well established company with a large network of clients across the South Island with offices in Christchurch, Oamaru, Dunedin, Cromwell, Queenstown, Alexandra and Wanaka.

A great team of people to work with. You'll get interesting work, support from your colleagues, and investment in your personal development and career pathway.

Develop professionally and as a leader, using your exceptional interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues.

The Role

  • Lead resource consent applications and other planning projects
  • Manage diverse local projects for successful outcomes
  • Collaborate in teams for high-quality client work
  • Supervise resource consent applications and other planning projects
  • Foster client and stakeholder relations
  • Ensure transparent team communication
  • Offer expert planning advice
  • Proactively update and support clients


About You

  • RMA planning experience is essential
  • Applicants for these positions must have at least NZ residency and full NZ driver’s license


The Benefits

  • A diverse range of projects
  • Excellent client base
  • Health Insurance for all employees
  • Employee Assistance Programme (OCP)
  • Paid volunteer days
  • Financial assistance for relocation

Hard Skills Required

  • Leadership
  • Land Development Planning
  • Resource Consent Processes
  • Policy and Plan Changes
  • Project Management
  • Hearing Preparation and Evidence Presentation

Soft Skills Required

  • Analytical Thinking
  • Communication Skills
  • Attention to Detail
  • Collaboration

Job Schedule

  • Monday to Friday

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