Senior Policy Planner

He angitūtanga | The Opportunity

Are you passionate about shaping the future of our district? Do you thrive on complex planning challenges and want to make a real impact? If you're looking for a role that offers flexibility, career development, and a strong focus on wellbeing, this is your opportunity!

In this role, you'll play a pivotal part in ensuring that development policies align seamlessly with Council strategies. Your responsibilities will encompass delivering high-quality policy advice, conducting thorough analysis, and contributing to the formulation of policies within the realm of resource management and local government, including reforms outlined in the RMA.

This is a full-time permanent role and based in our main office in Marton.

We understand that the right candidate may have unique needs, and we are open to discussing flexible working arrangements, role scope, and terms to ensure a great fit for both you and our team.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

• Flexible Working Options – Balance your work and life with arrangements that suit you.
• Personalised Career & Development Plans – We invest in your growth.
• Wellness Benefits – Because your well-being matters.
• Collaborative & Inclusive Culture – Work alongside a supportive team that values your expertise.

He aha te mahi| What you will do

• Develop and review key planning documents, with a focus on the Rangitīkei District Plan.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of the District Plan to inform its sectional review.
• Organise and lead iwi, stakeholder and community engagement.
• Provide expert policy guidance and advice to the Resource Consents Team to ensure the effective implementation of the District Plan.
• Prepare submissions for, and provide expert guidance to, Council on resource management issues.
• Manage external consultants and District Plan budgets as required.

Ko wai to Pukeka| What you will bring

• Tertiary level qualification in planning/resource management
• Minimum 5 years experience in district plan policy development
• Full membership of New Zealand Planning Institute is desirable
• Sound working knowledge of the Resource Management Act and Local Government Act
• Experience working collaboratively with Māori communities and/or organisations including a solid understating of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Tikanga Māori.

Please see Council’s website for a copy of the job description. 

Applications must be made either online at www.rangitikei.govt.nz

The closing date for this role is 5.00 pm on Saturday 12 April 2025, however applications will be reviewed and progressed as they come in, so get in early! 

For any enquiries about this role please contact Tiffany Gower – Strategy Manager at tiffany.gower@rangitikei.govt.nz. 

Ko wai mātou | Who are we

He oranga Whenua, He oranga Tangata, He oranga Wairua. Tihei Mauriora!

At Rangitīkei District Council, we believe in bringing together thoughts, perspectives, and expression from all kinds of backgrounds. Our small, close-knit team strives to create a space and culture where you feel like you belong and that you can make a real difference. We also believe in a balance between work and play that allows you to enjoy life.

Ngā Pou | Values 

We are driven by our values. 

Our smaller structure means when you join RDC you can make a real difference. Our close-knit team have an impact on one another and the local community every day. 

The Rangitīkei District Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, we welcome and support people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, religions and those with disabilities or who are neurodiverse.