Team Leader Policy Planning

Overview

Lead a team of policy planners delivering spatial planning advice and projects in Auckland

Key Responsibilities

• plan delivery
• policy development
• policy analysis
• team leadership
• planning advice
• māori engagement

Tasks

-Deliver quality plans and projects that support growth, protect Auckland’s environment and heritage and create great places for Aucklanders -Lead a team of policy planners who provide planning advice to our customers -Apply your experience to directly influence Auckland’s future growth by tackling regional and local planning issues -Policy development and analysis relating to the Auckland Unitary Plan and contributing to the Auckland Plan, Long-term Plan, local board plans and national policy statements and standards -Have a clear understanding of the significance of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and promote a proactive approach to Māori responsiveness.

Requirements

• policy analysis
• resource consents
• plan drafting
• plan changes
• spatial planning
• resource management

What You Bring

-Have solid policy analysis and research skills -Quality policy advice into resource consents and fast track consents -Be experienced in plan drafting -Effective and efficient processing of private plan change requests and notices of requirement for public works -Professional advice and expertise in the development of area spatial and structure plans -Have a strong understanding of the Resource Management and Local Government Act -Quality input into policy changes to the Auckland Unitary Plan

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Benefits

-Salary will be $119,357 to $145,000 + KiwiSaver contribution -Hybrid role with flexible working based in Auckland Central

About Auckland Council

-The Council ensures the delivery of a wide range of local services, including public transport, water management, and community facilities. -It operates across multiple sectors, including urban development, transportation, utilities, and environmental services. -Auckland Council has been instrumental in shaping the city’s sustainability initiatives and long-term planning strategies. -The Council’s work delivers everything from parks and libraries to waste management and housing. -Notable projects include the development of public transportation networks and enhancing green spaces. -Auckland's unique location as a coastal city drives the Council's focus on managing marine and water resources sustainably.

Sector Specialisms

Interview Process

-interviews conducted on a rolling basis as applications are received