Team Leader – Urban and Spatial Planning

Job title: Team Leader – Urban and Spatial Planning

Company: Hamilton City Council


Job description: Team Leader – Urban and Spatial Planning.Location: Hamilton CityEmployment Type: PermanentApplications Close: 16 February 2025Provide leadership and technical direction.Lead and grow Councils’ approach to best practice urban planning.Promote and model collaboration sub-regionally.What does a day in this job look like?In this role you will play a pivotal role in the delivery of the Unit’s core functions.You will develop and maintain internal and external relationships including the Unit Director, business units, elected members, Iwi, and customer/stakeholders and major developers within the city. You will exhibit a high level of judgement and the ability to navigate and negotiate solutions to complex problems whilst maintaining an enabling and solution focused mindset. You will lead your team to deliver exceptional results and contribute to our vision of unlocking Hamilton’s full potential.Skills and experience we are seeking:Tertiary qualification in Planning, Resource Management, Urban Design, Social Science, or a related fieldAt least 10 years’ experience in a senior role with a focus on urban development, with a high level of practical implementation of planning through relevant legislation.People and leadership experience, including leading diverse professional teams.Understanding of strategic planning, plan development, community engagement, policy preparation and public consultation.Proven track record in building and maintaining effective relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.Proven track record of successfully leading and delivering complex projects, including experience preparing and presenting evidence for hearings, mediation, and expert witness appearance.Knowledge of relevant legislation affecting Council’s operations, including Local Government Act 2002.Current full NZ driver’s license.Competent user of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access.What’s in it for me?You will play an important role in a variety of city-shaping projects, working with a highly experienced and motivated team.So why Hamilton City Council?The organisation has a strong sense of community in working towards a common goal.Small teams allow a high level of mentoring and support.Flexible working options including a working from home component and start and finish times.Hamilton is New Zealand’s fastest growing city.Very supportive and collaborative environment within unit.What’s the salary?Circa 135K dependent on skills and experience.Additionally, these are some of the great benefits Hamilton City Council offers:Flexible by choice; an award-winning flexible working policyOpportunities for professional developmentA wellbeing and a volunteer/community day in addition to annual leave for permanent employeesFree private medical insurance which includes hospital/surgery grade cover (discounted premiums for family members)Free annual health checks and flu vaccinationEnhanced sick leaveGenerous bereavement leave entitlementAbility to purchase additional annual leaveEye testing/glasses cost reimbursementDiscounted purchases from local businesses; gym memberships, cafes, dentists, hairdressers and many more.

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All candidates will be notified of the outcome on their application via email. Short-listed candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks and a criminal check. Further background checking will be required when relevant to the role. View more information about these checks, our commitment to the Privacy act and details for international applicants byAs a council, we believe in creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and belongs. We value inclusiveness (Kotahitanga) – we respect and value the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents that everyone brings. As a member of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to positively influence the lives of the community so that Hamilton’s full potential can be unlocked making it the best place to be. It is important to us that we support you throughout our selection process (interview and assessments). If you have any access needs during this process, let us know in advance so we can make sure these are met.This role is being sourced directly. If/where Hamilton City Council requires the support of a recruitment agency, we will seek this support from our panel of selected agencies. Hamilton City Council will not be responsible for, and will not pay, any commissions, fees or other payments related to unsolicited contact.

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Location: Hamilton

Job date: Sat, 01 Feb 2025 07:35:25 GMT

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