Policy Planner

Auckland Council
Full-time Auckland, Auckland Social Scientists and Related Workers
Posted:
June 02, 2026
Location:
Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

Job Description

The opportunity


We have a rare opportunity for an experienced Planner to take their policy and strategic planning expertise to the next level in this engaging and varied role. Joining our team of experts within the Plans and Places department , as a Policy Planner you’ll drive region-wide resource management policy. Heading towards plan review time, this role will include plan evaluation and solution finding. Partnering with a range of internal and external stakeholders, you will support the development of area spatial planning and place-making for specific locations within the region and make and lead the development of public plan changes, managing and reporting on private plan changes variations, notices of requirement and appeals and providing policy advice. With a strong focus on continuous improvement, you’ll be working within one of the world’s most unique planning authorities and helping us to ensure development within Tāmaki Makaurau provides the be...

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Job Overview

Job Type: Full-time
Location: Auckland, New Zealand
Posted: June 02, 2026
Deadline: July 12, 2026