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Wellington City Council

Senior Planning Advisor

  • Posted 4d ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time
Location

Wellington

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Planning Advisor to join our District Planning team.

This role sits within our District Planning Team 1 led by Andrew Wharton. They are primarily responsible for urban planning projects beyond the district plan such as spatial planning, housing and business capacity and infrastructure-land use alignment. This Team works together with District Planning Team 2 which is responsible for the Wellington City District Plan and input to other RMA plans. The Senior Planning Advisor is likely to work on city planning projects within both teams over time.

In this role you will provide planning assessment, advice and delivery on Wellington City Council responsibilities and directions for urban form and development, and related Council policy and planning functions. You will be expected to provide planning policy advice to internal and external stakeholders, including hearings commissioners, elected representatives, local government authorities and central government agencies.

What you will bring to the role:

  • A tertiary qualification in planning, resource management, economics, or a related field.
  • More than 3 years relevant experience working with processes in the Resource Management Act 1991 (preferably district plans) and/or the Local Government Act 2002.
  • Proven ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and other internal stakeholders.
  • Strong strategic thinking skills, with the ability to evaluate complex situations and develop forward-thinking solutions.
  • Expertise in data analysis, with the ability to present findings clearly and concisely to diverse audiences in easy-to-understand terms.
  • In-depth knowledge of Wellington city, its history and cultural context.
  • Confidence in using te reo Māori and a rich understanding of tikanga.
  • We are looking to appoint between $98,888 - $116,338 per annum, for this role, depending on relevant skills and experience.


We're Working for Wellington. Wellington City Council's team provides more than 400 services every day for Wellingtonians - everything from parks and pools to consents and cemeteries - playing our part in making Pōneke the creative capital where people and nature thrive.

Working for the Council offers you a range of benefits including 5 weeks annual leave, flexible working options, health and wellbeing support, Council staff discounts and a range of learning and development programmes and opportunities.

Diversity:
We want your application to enable you to portray the real you. Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just formal employment.  If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the advert through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.

We welcome applications from all walks of life and like our workforce to reflect the diverse communities we serve.

Accessibility Support:
We want to make sure any accessibility requirements you may have, are well supported so the selection process is equitable for everyone. Please let us know if there are any adjustments or support, we can offer to make our process more accessible to you by emailing: recruitment@wcc.govt.nz

Applications close 21st April 2025. All applications must be submitted online - we will not accept emailed applications.

All applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand

If you have questions or would like to chat about the role, please contact Andrew Wharton, Team Lead District Planning, Andrew.Wharton@wcc.govt.nz or 021 365 051

Desired Soft Skills

  • Budget Management
  • Risk Management
  • Contract Management
  • Construction Expertise
  • Business Case Development
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Communication Skills
  • Collaborative Leadership
  • Problem Solving
  • Adaptability

Benefits and Perks

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    Extended Parental Leave
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    Fully Paid Jury Service
  • 🏘
    Work from Home
  • 🧕
    Inclusive Workspace
  • ❤
    Care and Appreciation
  • ⚖
    Work-Life Balance Support
  • 🧠
    Mental Health Workshops
  • 💚
    Counselling Services
  • 💪
    Physical Health Workshops
  • 🌿
    Wellness Program
  • 🏥
    Subsidised Health Insurance
  • 📈
    Professional Development
  • 🏎
    Competitive Salary
  • 🎉
    Employee Discounts and Rewards
  • 🎖
    Long Service Rewards
  • 💻
    Company Supplied Technology
  • ⏰
    Flexible Work

Job Schedule

  • Shift Work
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