Intermediate Environmental Planner

Intermediate Environmental Planner

Our mission is to provide outstanding customer service, to help create a thriving community where people love to live, work, and play. We make a difference in our community and our work is underpinned by our values of be the customer, think excellence, do the right thing, be integrity and lead together

Greymouth is a great lifestyle choice for families, and we want you to experience everything this beautiful part of New Zealand has to offer. From its stretches of untamed beaches and surf breaks, secret fishing spots, native rainforests, to its cafes, markets, and open traffic-free roads - you'll be joining a vibrant laid-back community at the heart of the West Coast.

What we offer

• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Flexibility with the way you work 
• A competitive remuneration package
• A commitment to supporting you grow and develop
• A central location close to mountains and the sea!

About the role

In this varied and diverse full-time role, you will be identifying and implementing continuous improvement procedures for resource consent processing, and processing project information memoranda and land information memoranda. You will be required to provide high quality advice to the community and customers, Council staff and management and elected representatives about the provisions of the RMA, the Grey District Plan and other relevant planning documents and how these impact upon proposed developments.

About you

Exceptional communication skills and a collaborative style are key to this role. You will have the ability to problem solve and effectively convey information to the public.  You are proactive, able to act impartially, have a positive attitude and you’re an innovative thinker.  You operate in a way that fosters commitment and passion and will inspire others to action.

In addition, you will have:

• A graduate degree qualification in planning, resource management or related field.
• Demonstrated track record of delivering customer-focused services in a complex organisation.

• Advanced use of the Microsoft Office Suite, IT skills, including knowledge of a range of software packages.
• Experience and/or knowledge of governance processes.

How to apply

If you're ready to take that next step in an exciting and rewarding career, then apply now!

For more information and a detailed position description, please visit our website www.greydc.govt.nz/vacancies

Applications can be submitted to hr@greydc.govt.nz or further enquiries:  contact Sarah Hawkins on 027 204 2029 for a confidential discussion.

Applications close: 5pm Saturday 19 July 2025