Consents Planner

Te whakapakari tahi i tō tātau Taiao – Enhancing our environment together.

Our vision is a healthy environment and a resilient and prosperous community.

About The opportunity | Ko te āheinga:

Join the Hawke's Bay Regional Council as a Consents Planner, where you'll play a crucial role in processing resource consent applications under the Resource Management Act (RMA). This position is part of the Policy & Regulation Group, specifically within the Consents section. You will report to the Team Leader Consents and work collaboratively to deliver sustainable environmental management solutions in the Hawke's Bay Region. Your responsibilities will include providing guidance and advice to the public on resource consenting matters, assessing applications, and ensuring efficient processing within statutory time frames.

About you | E pā ana ki a koe:

We are looking for a candidate with a tertiary qualification in resource management, environmental science, or a related discipline. We are keen to hear from you if you have just completed or are about to complete studying in these areas and are keen to learn

 It’d be great if you already have an understanding of the RMA and the resource consent process, but we appreciate that you might not have this yet if you have recently graduated. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential, as is the ability to prepare clear, concise reports for a range of audiences. You should be proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, with an ability to learn and adapt to different programmes. You will need to be able to manage your time effectively and should be able to demonstrate or to develop an understanding of Māori values and how these are considered through the resource management process. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, possess excellent interpersonal skills, sound judgment, and the ability to think critically.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain familiarity with the RMA and relevant policies.
• Provide accurate advice to stakeholders, including applicants and the public.
• Ensure timely processing of applications.
• Assist with database management and consent related administration as required.
• Participate in project teams and continuous improvement initiatives.

 If you are passionate about environmental management and have the skills and experience, we are looking for, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to make a difference in the Hawke's Bay Region.

What we offer | Nga huanga mōu:

The salary range for this role is between $76,230 to $84,700 and will depend on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.

Other benefits of working for our team include:

• Flexible working options to support work/life balance
• 5 weeks annual leave after 3 years
• 4% superannuation after 3 years
• Life insurance and income protection
• Subsidised eye tests and lenses, flu vaccinations, and other well-being initiatives
• Strong commitment to developing and upskilling people within a supportive working environment.

See a full list of our staff benefits here 

As an equal opportunity employer, we are dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment. We recognise that collaborative and innovative organisations depend on having a workforce made up from a diverse range of perspectives and experiences. We're all about excellence, and we encourage open communication – if you need any specific support, just let us know! Our main goal is to empower each person to share their unique talents to contribute to the outcomes for our community. This commitment ensures that our workplace is a dynamic and progressive space where everyone can flourish.

 HBRC is responsible for Civil Defence emergencies and as such, all staff may be called upon to support the response.

How to apply | I pēhea ki te whakauru:

Applications close 19 September 2024, however we will be shortlisting and interviewing appropriate candidates as applications are received. If you are interested in this position, please do not wait to apply as we may close the ad earlier than advertised.

View the full job description here.

 Please apply through Seek. If you would like any further information regarding the role, please email recruitment@hbrc.govt.nz

 Applicants must have existing rights to work in New Zealand.

About us | E pā ki a mātou:

At Hawke’s Bay Regional Council our purpose is to work with our community to protect and manage the region’s precious taonga of rivers, lakes, soils, air, coast and biodiversity for health, wellbeing and connectivity. Our organisation is diverse and our work is varied. Our structure comprises of six key business units; Corporate Services, Integrated Catchment Management, Asset Management, Māori Partnerships, Policy & Regulation, and the Executive Advisory Group which also consists of the Civil Defence and Emergency Management.

We focus on prioritising:

Te kounga o te wai, te haumarutanga me te mārohirohi ā-āhuarangi o te whakamarutanga | Water quality, safety and climate-resilient security.  

Kia koi, kia toitū hoki te whakamahinga o te whenua | Climate-smart and sustainable land use. 

Kia ora, kia āhei, kia mārohirohi ā-āhuarangi hoki te rerenga rauropi | Healthy, functioning and climate-resilient biodiversity. 

Kia toitū, kia mārohirohi ā-āhuarangi hoki ngā ratonga me ngā hanganga ā-whare | Sustainable and climate-resilient services and infrastructure. 

20 August 2024

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