At the Otago Regional Council (ORC), our mission is protecting, connecting and enhancing Otago's environment, now and for the future - Mou, moku, mo tatou, For you, for me, for us. To be sure we can deliver on our responsibilities, we are evolving as an organisation, and we're not overstating when we say we have some really big targets to reach. We need the right people, in the right roles, to help us to get there.
We think Otago's a pretty special place. It covers a vast area - the third largest local government region in New Zealand. Those who call Otago home enjoy access to mountains, coastal lowlands, dramatic rivers, and wild beaches. Our environment here is part of who we are, and at ORC, we work each day to look after it.
The Opportunity
We are looking for 2 Consents Planners to join our Consents team one on a 6 month and one 12-month fixed term, full-time (37.5 hours per week) basis in our busy, Queenstown, Alexandra or Dunedin office.
The purpose of this position is to assist in the sustainable management of the Otago Region through evaluating and advising upon consent applications made to the Otago Regional Council (ORC) under the Resource Management Act (1991).
As a Consents Planner you will be responsible for:
- Managing and advising on the processing of Resource Consent applications, including the preparation of reports and associated documentation;
- Contribute well informed and defensible input into the preparation of recommending reports, including consent conditions;
- Respond to internal and external enquiries in relation to resource consents, advise, educate and proactively respond to issues.
If you have excellent organisational skills and enjoy working on a team basis, then we would love to hear from you!
About You
Our ideal candidate will have:
- A relevant science or other tertiary qualification;
- Excellent communication skills; verbal and written;
- Experience in advocating/negotiating with internal and external stakeholders
- Can build effective relationships with all levels of the organisation;
- A strong customer focus including the ability to process applications in a timely manner to provide 'value for money'
A copy of the full position description here – Consents Planner M October 2026.docx
What we offer
We recognise and celebrate diversity within Team ORC and are committed to providing a work environment that supports inclusion and equal opportunities. We actively encourage applications from anyone who will live our values of MANA- We influence with respect and integrity, TIKA- We do the right thing and do things right and AROHA- We show that that we care.
To support our diverse and capable team, we're pleased to offer enhanced benefits such as:
- Flexible work opportunities
- Life Insurance
- 5 weeks annual leave
- Superannuation
- An annual wellbeing programme
- Competitive remuneration packages
- Development opportunities
How to Apply
If you meet the above criteria, we welcome your application, including your CV and cover letter outlining why you are the person for this role via the Apply button.
Please note. We don't always work to fixed closing dates and may start considering and interviewing candidates as their applications are received, so we encourage you to apply early.
At ORC, we value diversity, and the different strengths people bring. We can provide flexible recruitment options such as virtual interviews, online kōrero, or whānau-inclusive interviews. If you would like to have whānau support with you during your interview, just let us know—we welcome it!
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All candidates require the right to work in New Zealand.
Applications close: Thursday 26 November 2026
For further information, please contact [email protected]