Resource and Consents Administrator | Kaitohu Tātūnga Taiao

At the heart of the region, Nelson City Council is a Unitary Authority responsible for providing key infrastructure, community facilities and services, economic development, and a range of regulatory functions including land use and natural resource management. Council is always striving to deliver an even better service and a sustainable regional future for its vibrant community.

Nelson City Council is seeking a skilled Resource Consents Administrator to provide high-quality administrative support in the processing and issuing of resource consents, including subdivision administration.

About this role| Kō tēnei tūranga mahi

In this position, you will :

• Maintain accurate records of resource consents within Council systems
• Manage invoicing, development contributions, and debtors administration
• Prepare reports, warrants of appointment, and information for customers and consultants
• Provide general administrative support to the Consents & Compliance team and the wider organisation

About you | Ko ngā pūmanawa ōu

We are looking for someone who brings :

• Extensive administrative experience, with exceptional accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities, with the capacity to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and database management systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships.
• A strong commitment to delivering high-quality customer service.
• An understanding of, or willingness to develop knowledge of, the resource consent process and Council operations.

What we offer | Ko ngā painga mōu

The potential is huge in this role, not only for specific learning and development within the role, but the technical exposure to other areas of work performed by the team as a ‘one-stop shop’ for a wide range of consenting scenarios. The sharing of knowledge and resources, the support offered by each other to be successful, and the ongoing training opportunities available within the team and wider organisation are some of the elements we are proud of.

Furthermore :

• This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week Monday – Friday
• Flexibility with start and finish times
• NIB Health Insurance including discounted policies for immediate family members.
• EAP professional and personal development services.

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Applications close : | Rā whakakapi : We will be reviewing applications as they are received so we encourage you to apply now!

For further enquiries : | Ina he pātai anō, whakapā mai : For more information about this role please contact Chris Miles, Manager Consents on chris.miles@ncc.govt.nz. Please ensure that you submit your application via the link to ensure that it is received.