Monitoring, Enforcement & Environmental Team Leader - Central Otago (QLDC)

Lakes District Council is at the very heart of a dynamic community. Our services are essential to the people in our region and include infrastructure development, community recreational facilities and planning, building and other regulatory services.

We’re proud to be QLDC, and in response to the growth the district has experienced over recent years, QLDC has itself experienced substantial growth. We genuinely believe in developing our people and providing them with all the tools and opportunities needed to succeed.

About the role:
You will oversee land use resource consents and Environmental Management aspects of subdivision consents, ensuring compliance with consent conditions and relevant regulations. Additionally, you will support the team leader in mentoring and supervising staff, managing workloads, and occasionally assist the Planning and Development team with resource consent applications and planning tasks.

Responsibilities of the role:

• Monitoring of conditions imposed on resource consents and site visits, to make sound decisions to ensure compliance
• Responding to “Requests for Service” from the public and also from other departments within Council
• Providing accurate, technical and dependable regulatory and enforcement advice to all Council departments as necessary in accordance with Council’s Enforcement Strategy.
• Preparing and serving permits, notices, infringements and court enforcement orders
• Checking Building Consent and Project Information Memorandums for compliance with the District Plan

What we offer:
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, wellbeing, and professional growth, including:

• Southern Cross Wellbeing One Plan
• Discounted membership to our health and fitness facilities
• Hybrid working practices
• Genuine commitment to your training and career development

What you'll bring:
You will have a tertiary qualification in planning, resource management or environmental management and will be eligible for Membership of the New Zealand Planning Institute or equivalent is desirable.

To best succeed in this role, you’ll have:

• Significant knowledge and demonstrated Experience (7+ years) in resource management,
  enforcement or local government
• Sound knowledge of related legislation and legal procedures
• Demonstrated planning and organisational skills with an excellent eye for detail
• Ability to mentor staff and develop strong capabilities
• Full New Zealand driver’s licence

To apply, please follow the link and apply online with your CV and Cover Letter. Please direct any questions to Ryan Parker, Monitoring, Enforcement and Environmental Team Leader on [email protected]

Applications close: Monday, 1 September

Please note we will review and process applications as they come through; we encourage your early application.