Policy Planner Nelson City Council location Tasman. $79,000 - $93,000 + wellbeing leave + hybrid.

Make a real difference and shape the future of Whakatū. Genuine career growth and development opportunities. A unique opportunity of both Regional and District Policy Planning in a unitary authority.

About this role it’s an exciting time to join our Environmental Planning team as the region continues to grow and thrive. As a Unitary Authority, we take an integrated approach to planning. We’re proud to provide high-quality resource management policy advice and services to Council and the Whakatū Nelson Community across a diverse and interesting portfolio of work.

This includes freshwater, air quality, housing and urban development, infrastructure, heritage, natural hazards, adaptation, and the coastal marine area. The role is an exciting opportunity to be part of a great team that develops quality policy planning advice across a broad work portfolio.

About you, you might be a newly qualified graduate or have a few years post-graduation experience under your belt – either way, we’ve got a supportive workplace for you to join and continue growing your career. Relevant qualifications in Planning, Resource Management or a related field are essential.

You may also have relevant policy planning experience complemented by a working knowledge of the Resource Management Act. You'll enjoy actively working with iwi, engaging with the Nelson community and presenting clear information and feedback to Council. Excellent communication skills, a customer focused approach to public consultation, solution focused and the ability to work collaboratively will set you up for success.

What we offer, we offer flexibility including hybrid working - so talk to us about the kind of arrangement you’re looking for. We also offer a competitive salary, generous leave provisions including wellbeing days, a unique and wide variety of interesting work and ongoing professional development in an inclusive and supportive environment.

NCC are an NZPI Supporter and will support the costs of professional membership and training. Relocation assistance is also available to support your move to our beautiful city. This is a permanent full time role with a starting salary range between $79,000 - $93,000 depending on your skills and level of experience.