Strategic Activity and Asset Planning Advisor

Join us at New Plymouth District Council!

Tūhono mai ki Te Kaunihera-ā-Rohe o Ngāmotu!

Who are we? - Ko wai mātou?

Te Kaunihera-ā-rohe o Ngāmotu - New Plymouth District Council (NPDC) is dedicated to serving our community and enhancing the quality of life for those who live, work, and visit here. We are guided by the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and are committed to fostering partnerships that respect and celebrate our district's rich cultural heritage. Through innovation, sustainability, and collaboration, we aim to deliver exceptional services and initiatives that support our vision of building a thriving, connected, and future-focused district. At Te Kaunihera-ā-rohe o Ngāmotu, we pride ourselves on being an inclusive and dynamic organisation that values people, creativity, and progress.

The opportunity - Te āheinga

Are you ready to shape the future of infrastructure planning and sustainability in our district? We have an exciting opportunity for a Strategic Activity and Asset Planning Advisor to join our Delivery - Sustainability and Infrastructure team in a permanent, full-time role.

This pivotal position offers the chance to provide technical leadership in asset and activity management planning, helping to establish a centre of excellence for asset management within Council. With government direction increasingly focused on robust asset management, your expertise will directly influence the success of our infrastructure and operations.

You'll play a key role in the development of our Infrastructure Asset and Activity Management Plans, ensuring governance decisions are backed by strong evidence and sound strategy - so we can confidently deliver the right outcomes, in the right place, at the right time.

Collaboration is at the heart of this role. You'll work closely with colleagues across the business unit and wider Council teams, including Delivery - Sustainability and Infrastructure, Three Waters, Parks and Open Spaces, Finance teams. You'll also advise on improvements to deliver consistent activity and asset management practices.

If you're passionate about sustainable infrastructure, strategic planning, and making a real impact in your community, this is your opportunity to lead and influence at a high level.

Key responsibilities - Ngā haepapa matua:

• Actively ensure that legislative requirements and Council policies and procedures are fulfilled, particularly in relation to all key relevant legislation
• Advise on the preparation of timely master plans for the long-term development of Council Infrastructure
• Provide expert input and content for the development of Activity Management Plans and the Long-Term Plan. Be the lift and shift in terms of asset/activity planning capability across Council
• Coordinate the development of Forward Works Plans (3-year, 10-year)
• Coordination of Maintenance Management Plans and Data Quality Plans with annual reviews
• Improve processes to facilitate data quality improvement
• Implementation of Asset Management Improvement Plan items
• Work with relevant stakeholders to review the benefits delivered through the Annual or Long-Term Plan
• Represent Council on groups such as Āpōpō/IPWEA/REG

Essential skills and experience - Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako:

• Tertiary qualification in an engineering or science related discipline
• Certificate in Asset Management (IPWEA or equivalent)
• Experience in Enterprise Asset Management, RAMM or similar digital asset and work management software
• Experience with decision support systems (e.g. JunoViewer, dTIMS)

Why Taranaki? - He aha ngā hua o te rohe nei?

Taranaki is a region like no other, offering a perfect balance of career opportunities and lifestyle. Nestled between the stunning Mounga Taranaki and the sparkling Tasman Sea, it's a place where you can explore world-class hiking trails, surf pristine beaches, and enjoy vibrant arts and culture, all within minutes of each other. The region boasts affordable living, excellent schools, and a strong sense of community, making it an ideal place to live, work, and raise a family. Whether you're seeking adventure, tranquillity, or a bit of both, Taranaki provides an unparalleled quality of life that will make every day feel extraordinary.

What we offer - Ngā Ratonga

At New Plymouth District Council, we aim to create and sustain a truly rewarding workplace environment for our staff.

This includes the following:

• Solid career pathways
• Learning and development opportunities
• Personal and professional growth
• 'Our Peoples Package' that spans wellbeing, development, benefits, culture and recognition

You can expect to start in this permanent, full-time role with a salary of between $103,138 and $111,159.

Why join us? - Ngā hua o tō hono mai?

We value the wellbeing of our team and provide an inclusive workplace that recognises and rewards your contributions. Together, we're building a better New Plymouth - one step at a time.

Applications close on Tuesday, 15 July 2025.

Be part of a council that values people, culture, and opportunity.

Me tūhono mai koe kia tautoko I te Ngāmotu o āpōpō!

Te Kaunihera-ā-rohe o Ngāmotu is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.