Selwyn offers a unique mix of rural charm and urban development. Based in Rolleston, just 25km from Christchurch, you'll enjoy a family-friendly lifestyle, easy access to the outdoors, and a workplace that values balance, wellbeing, and collaboration.

About the role

As a Resource Management Planner, you'll play a key role in continuing to shape Selwyn's future. You'll process a range of resource consent applications from end to end while ensuring excellent customer service, a continuous improvement approach and the application of best practice.

Your work will be guided by your interests and development goals, balanced with the team's work plans and priorities. You could see yourself:

• Processing a variety of resource consent applications and related approvals
• Providing Resource Management Act and District Plan information along with technical advice to customers via phone, email and in person
• Prepare and present evidence as an expert witness as required
• Undertake research in support of planning related appeals or proceedings
• Deliver planning input to Land Information Memoranda and Building Consent processes
• Liaise with other Council teams to provide feedback and support on plan changes, policy formulation, plan effectiveness monitoring, resource consent monitoring, and compliance and enforcement matters.

About you:

You'll already have practical experience under your belt as a Resource Management Planner, beginning to work autonomously and confident to take the lead on a variety of applications and approvals. You'll hold a tertiary qualification in Urban/Regional Planning, Resource Management or a related discipline which is recognised by the NZPI. You'll be well organised, a clear communicator and have great attention to detail.

Of equal importance are your soft skills. You'll build relationships with ease, be a great team player and enhance our team culture by living our values.

What we can offer:

Selwyn District Council is at the heart of one of New Zealand's fastest-growing regions. We're proud to serve a district that stretches from the mountains to the sea — offering a unique blend of rural charm, urban development, and natural beauty.

We work together with purpose and integrity, guided by our values:

• Be a good human
• Be brave - think differently
• Better together - make it happen for Selwyn

We honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and are committed to working in partnership with mana whenua to deliver on our obligations and build a stronger, more inclusive future.

At Selwyn District Council, we offer:

• A great work-life balance with flexible working options
• Career coaching and development tailored to your goals
• Life insurance, wellbeing leave, and volunteer leave
• Three paid days off between Christmas and New Year
• Two weeks paid partner's leave
• Sick leave from day one
• Continued KiwiSaver contributions during savings suspension
• Discounts with local and national businesses

We're proud of our collaborative, supportive culture — where people have your back, and it's safe to grow, learn, and make a difference.

Ready to Apply?

If you're ready for a change and want to be part of a team that's making things happen for Selwyn, don't delay — apply today. Applications will be assessed as they are received.

We know that everyone's situation is different, and we're open to a variety of onboarding options that suit individual needs. Whether you're local or considering a move, we're flexible in how we bring the right people on board — and we're happy to talk through what support might be available to help you settle in.

Not sure if you tick every box? That's okay — if this role sounds like a good fit for your skills and aspirations, we'd love to hear from you. To arrange a confidential kōrero contact Emma Larsen - Head of Planning emma.larsen@selwyn.govt.nz