Senior Planner - Resource Management & Land Development

HarperSmith
Full-time christchurch, canterbury Management & Leadership
Posted:
June 06, 2026
Location:
christchurch, canterbury, New-Zealand

Job Description

Senior Planner - Resource Management & Land Development

You will be involved across a wide range of planning matters including:

  • Resource consent strategy and applications
  • Private plan changes and subdivision developments
  • Planning assessments, submissions and reporting
  • Liaison with district and regional councils
  • Navigating complex environmental and regulatory matters
  • Mentoring and supporting junior planners within the team

To be successful in this role you will ideally bring:

  • Around 10+ years of planning experience within New Zealand
  • Consultancy and/or local government experience
  • Strong understanding of the Resource Management framework
  • Excellent report writing and communication skills
  • NZPI membership
  • A practical, solutions‑focused approach to planning
  • The ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary envir...

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Job Overview

Job Type: Full-time
Location: christchurch, New-Zealand
Posted: June 06, 2026
Deadline: July 16, 2026