Planner role based in Fairlie, South Canterbury

Permanent, full-time position

Mackenzie District Council – our community, our place, our future.

At Mackenzie District Council we work together as a team to deliver the best outcomes for our district. We are continually crafting new ways of working together, and each one of us has an essential role in making our district the best place to live, work and play.

Are you looking to develop your Planning experience? Do you want a planning role that includes a large variety of work? Do you want to work alongside a Planning Manager who has reputation for coaching, mentoring and developing team members?

We will consider candidates with a wide range of experience from recent graduates upwards.

We are looking for a candidate who is keen to develop their skills and knowledge and contribute to close-knit team. This planner role provides opportunities for growth and development which can be adapted to suit the individual. You will be exposed to a wide variety of work at Team Mack setting us apart from larger councils and organisations. To suit this role and our team you will need to have a can-do attitude, a willingness to learn and an eye for detail.

The core responsibilities of this Planner role include:

• Resource consents processing
• Processing land information memorandums (LIMs), and input into other processes such as project information memorandums (PIMs)
• Assistance with the District Plan review, as well as review and monitoring of implementation
• Provide planning advice to public, consultants and MDC employees

Successful candidates will have:

• A relevant tertiary qualification(s) in Planning/Resource Management, or other relevant degree
• Be a member of NZ Planning Institute (or be eligible to apply)
• Previous work experience in a planning position is advantageous, but not essential
• Excellent time-management skills
• High levels of accuracy
• Knowledge of and respect for the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi

At Team Mack we have some great benefits including Special Leave ('gifted' leave to attend dental / legal / specialist appointments etc), fuel card and discounts, local retail discounts, and weekly fruit basket just to name a few. Apply now!

To find out more about this role, click here to access the position description.

Application close 5.00pm Thursday 21st November 2024.

Please contact Alexis Kereikeepa if you have any questions regarding this role. 027 597 5802 or alexis.kereikeepa@mackenzie.govt.nz