Central Otago District Council is seeking an enthusiastic team player with excellent interpersonal skills to join our Planning and Infrastructure team based out of Alexandra or Cromwell on a full-time basis.

Being a Planner within the resource management planning team offers a range of exciting and diverse work, including urban and rural land use and subdivision developments, development of heritage buildings and in heritage precincts, industrial growth and areas of significant and outstanding natural landscapes.

The successful applicant will:

• Have a relevant degree in planning/resource management or related field
• Have an excellent understanding of the resource consent process and associated legislation
• Be a highly motivated team player who is well organised and committed to providing excellent service and quality results
• Have high computer literacy and good written and oral communication skills
• Possess excellent time management skills and the ability to work to deadlines
• Be solutions focused
• Ideally have a minimum of three years’ experience

If you like a challenge, and would like to live and work in a unique area of New Zealand, then this is the job for you.

We are a forward thinking organisation with a vision for the future – this is an excellent opportunity to grow and advance your career.

All applications should include a cover letter, CV and address the key selection criteria.

Make sure you wow us with your cover letter, be specific about your experience.

To apply, please visit our website.

Applications close 20 December 2024.