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Principal Planner

Principal Planner

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi • WorkFromHome, Wellington, New Zealand
1 day ago
Job description

Join to apply for the Principal Planner role at NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi .

Job Details

  • Seniority level : Mid‑Senior level
  • Employment type : Full‑time
  • Job function : Other
  • Industry : Government Administration
  • Fixed term until December 2026 (parental leave)
  • Location : Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch or other NZTA office locations for the right candidate

Responsibilities

  • Lead and review consenting workstreams across major New Zealand projects.
  • Build trusted relationships across the sector.
  • Provide technical leadership across the Environmental Planning team, including specialist advice on statutory applications, pathways and processes throughout project development.
  • Engage with third‑party approvals, council policy and plan reviews, and manage NZTA’s designations and consents.
  • Work in partnership with local authorities, developers, iwi and other stakeholders to integrate land use planning with transport infrastructure.
  • Lead the development and approval of consenting strategies, resource consent applications and statutory approvals, representing NZTA at hearings, mediations and other forums.
  • Mentor team members, promoting innovation and best practice across planning teams.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and internal processes.
  • Qualifications

  • Solid experience in Resource Management Act (RMA) planning.
  • Working knowledge of Land Transport Management Act, Government Roading Powers Act, Local Government Act, Heritage NZ Act, Conservation Act.
  • Experience with district and regional plan development and change processes.
  • Proven experience in stakeholder engagement and consenting strategy development.
  • Demonstrated experience working within a project team and leading suppliers to ensure consenting and compliance requirements are clearly understood.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage complex technical information and competing priorities.
  • Knowledge of, or willingness to gain an understanding of Te Ao Māori, promote tikanga and Te Reo Māori, and appreciation of Te Tiriti o Waitangi as it applies in the public service.
  • Benefits

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Flexible working arrangements.
  • 5 weeks annual leave and an Income Protection and Critical Illness Insurance scheme for permanent employees.
  • Salary range : $132,000 – $162,000, commensurate with skills and experience.
  • Application

    Ideally based in Palmerston North, Wellington, or Christchurch, however applications from other areas may also be considered.

    Please click “Apply” to upload your CV and cover letter detailing your suitability for the role.

    Applications close : 3 December 2025.

    For further information, email :

    To be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.

    Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We recognise the importance of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a working environment that embraces these values. Please let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.

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