Planning Technician

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Te Tūranga | About the role

We have a fixed term opportunity to join our team for 12months to cover a secondment.

As a Planning Technician the primary purpose of this role is to provide effective technical and administrative support to the Environmental Planning Team to meet Council’s obligations of providing resource consenting and associated regulatory and processing functions. 

Some of the key outcomes of this role are:

• Ensure financial management and statistical reporting is timely, accurate and efficient.
• The Planning Technician is held accountable for delivering high level administration and technical support.
• The Planning Technician ensures customers receive accurate information and experience a high level of service.

Ngā Pukenga | What you’ll need to succeed

To succeed in this role, you’ll bring:

• At least 5 years in a similar technical role.
• Knowledge of the Resource Management Act 1991
• Excellent communication skills both written and orally.
• Attention to detail, organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and prioritise tasks and initiatives from conception to conclusion.
• Proficient at using Microsoft packages to intermediate level and the ability to apply sound PC skills across other specific application/tools relevant to the role.

Tō Tātou Kaunihera | About Tauranga City Council

Tauranga City Council is one of Tauranga’s largest employers, and we are always looking to attract great talent to join our driven, passionate, and community-focused team.

We always strive to ensure that you feel valued and supported in the workplace.

To highlight that our people are our greatest asset, we offer a wide range of benefits that include 5 weeks annual leave, flexible hours and work from home options, as well as career development opportunities.

You can find out more about working at Tauranga City Council here.

Te Tukanga | How to apply

If you want to be part of an energetic, fun, and supportive team, then we'd love to hear from you. For more information, please contact Darryl Black at darryl.black@tauranga.govt.nz 

Please note we will not be accepting applications via email. If you wish to apply, please click ‘Apply’ at the bottom of this page and follow the link.

Applications will close upon the appointment of a successful candidate

We’re committed to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those living with disabilities.
If you need any support or adjustments to take part in our recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruitment@tauranga.govt.nz

• You must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this role.
• Tauranga City Council does not accept unsolicited contact or applications from recruitment agencies. We will not pay fees or commissions related to unsolicited contact.