Consents Planner Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

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Senior Planner

at S&L Land Specialists

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This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

$120,000 – $150,000 per year

Competitive Salary and annual reviews
Step into a valued, trusted role with real visibility
Supportive, professional team culture with room to grow

Competitive Salary and annual reviews
Step into a valued, trusted role with real visibility
Supportive, professional team culture with room to grow

Deliver high-quality planning advice and technical expertise across diverse land development projects, in the BOP and Waikato regions.

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

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Senior Planner | Kaiwhakamahere Matua - Hybrid WFH

at Nelson City Council

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This is a Full time job

Nelson Central, Tasman(Hybrid)

$104k-$116k pa + Health Insurance
Some Hybrid/Flexible working options
Varied, High-Profile Work with Strong Professional Support

$104k-$116k pa + Health Insurance
Some Hybrid/Flexible working options
Varied, High-Profile Work with Strong Professional Support

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Planner to join our Resource Consents team - a key player in guiding sustainable growth across the region.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

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Listed eleven days ago

Environmental Planner - Consents

at Opotiki District Council

This is a Full time job

Opotiki, Bay of Plenty

Join a supportive team dedicated to making a difference in a district rich in culture, natural beauty, and opportunity.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

11d ago

Listed nineteen hours ago

Senior Resource Consents Planner

at Queenstown Lakes District Council

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This is a Full time job

Queenstown, Otago(Hybrid)

Base Salary + Employee Benefits + Kiwisaver

Access to a host of QLDC benefits
Hybrid + flexible working practices
Enjoy working for and with the community

Access to a host of QLDC benefits
Hybrid + flexible working practices
Enjoy working for and with the community

We’re looking for a Senior Resource Consents Planner to join our busy and high-performing team.

subClassification: Urban Design & PlanningUrban Design & Planning

classification: Design & Architecture(Design & Architecture)

19h ago

Listed seven days ago

Consent Planner

at Far North District Council

This is a Full time job

Kerikeri, Northland(Hybrid)

$76,021 – $89,343 per year

Meaningful, community‑focused impact
Learning and development plan to ensure ongoing growth and success
Free $100,000 Life insurance scheme (Conditions Apply)

Meaningful, community‑focused impact
Learning and development plan to ensure ongoing growth and success
Free $100,000 Life insurance scheme (Conditions Apply)

Support sustainable growth by assessing resource consents and ensuring legal compliance while helping shape balanced outcomes.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

7d ago

Listed eighteen hours ago

Resource Consents Planner

at Queenstown Lakes District Council

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This is a Full time job

Queenstown, Otago

Base Salary + Employee Benefits + Kiwisaver

Access to a host of QLDC benefits
Hybrid + flexible working practices
Genuine commitment to your training and career development

Access to a host of QLDC benefits
Hybrid + flexible working practices
Genuine commitment to your training and career development

We currently have vacancies within our Resource Consents Planning team, based in our Queenstown office.

subClassification: Urban Design & PlanningUrban Design & Planning

classification: Design & Architecture(Design & Architecture)

18h ago

Listed five days ago

Strategic Consenting Planner

at Waikato Waters Limited

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This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato(Hybrid)

Experienced in managing complex consenting risk for infrastructure projects?
Join a values-led organisation where people and community really matter
Competitive remuneration + health insurance + hybrid working

Experienced in managing complex consenting risk for infrastructure projects?
Join a values-led organisation where people and community really matter
Competitive remuneration + health insurance + hybrid working

Exciting opportunity to lead Waikato Waters strategic consenting pathways and consent readiness

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

5d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Resource Consent Planners, Intermediates & Seniors | Expressions of Interest

at Auckland Council

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland(Hybrid)

$76,000 to $130,000 plus Kiwisaver

Resource consent processing or building consent plan checks
Hybrid role with flexible working and option to purchase an extra week of leave
Salary range - $76,000 to $130,000 plus Kiwisaver

Resource consent processing or building consent plan checks
Hybrid role with flexible working and option to purchase an extra week of leave
Salary range - $76,000 to $130,000 plus Kiwisaver

Assess resource consent applications and make recommendations that foster positive outcomes

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

28d ago

Listed six days ago

Intermediate Planner

at Inovo Projects Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Work on diverse projects that shape communities across New Zealand
Work alongside experts across multiple disciplines
Take ownership and grow your career pathway

Work on diverse projects that shape communities across New Zealand
Work alongside experts across multiple disciplines
Take ownership and grow your career pathway

Shape New Zealand’s future through diverse projects, real ownership, and mentorship in a collaborative, high-performing planning team.

subClassification: Urban Design & PlanningUrban Design & Planning

classification: Design & Architecture(Design & Architecture)

6d ago

Listed seven days ago

Resource Consents Planner

at BUCKTON CONSULTING SURVEYORS LTD

This is a Full time job

Warkworth, Auckland

We are seeking a highly motivated, experienced, and proactive Resource Consents Planner to join our exceptional Planning team.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

7d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Environmental Planner

at AECOM New Zealand Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambition
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader

AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambition
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader

Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

27d ago

Listed six days ago

Graduate Planners - 2027 Intake

at Harrison Grierson Consultants Limited

This is a Full time job

Parnell, Auckland(Hybrid)

Launch your career with one of NZ's leading urban development consultancies
Work across diverse projects that shape the future of our local communities
Graduate opportunities in Auckland, Tauranga & Christchurch

Launch your career with one of NZ's leading urban development consultancies
Work across diverse projects that shape the future of our local communities
Graduate opportunities in Auckland, Tauranga & Christchurch

Ready to take your degree to the next level? Applications are now open for our 2027 Graduate Programme!

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

6d ago

Listed eighteen hours ago

Senior Planner

at S&L Land Specialists

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

$120,000 – $150,000 per year

Competitive Salary and annual reviews
Step into a valued, trusted role with real visibility
Supportive, professional team culture with room to grow

Competitive Salary and annual reviews
Step into a valued, trusted role with real visibility
Supportive, professional team culture with room to grow

Deliver high-quality planning advice and technical expertise across diverse land development projects, in the BOP and Waikato regions.

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

18h ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Intermediate Resource Consents Planner

at Napier City Council

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This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Salary range $91,400-$107,500 dependant on exp

Shape development through diverse and interesting consents
Be a trusted voice guiding smart planning decisions
Enjoy the many NCC employee benefits we have on offer

Shape development through diverse and interesting consents
Be a trusted voice guiding smart planning decisions
Enjoy the many NCC employee benefits we have on offer

Step up in planning. Assess diverse consents, give trusted advice, and help shape the future of our city.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

19d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Intermediate Resource Consents Planner

at Napier City Council

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This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Salary range $91,400-$107,500 dependant on exp

Shape development through diverse and interesting consents
Be a trusted voice guiding smart planning decisions
Enjoy the many NCC employee benefits we have on offer

Shape development through diverse and interesting consents
Be a trusted voice guiding smart planning decisions
Enjoy the many NCC employee benefits we have on offer

Step up in planning. Assess diverse consents, give trusted advice, and help shape the future of our city.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

19d ago

Listed eight days ago

Advisor, Reviews and System Capability

at Ministry for Regulation

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$79,078 – $104,887 per year

Opportunity for someone seeking their first advisor role
Collaborate in an environment that values your expertise and ideas
Join a fun and collaborative team

Opportunity for someone seeking their first advisor role
Collaborate in an environment that values your expertise and ideas
Join a fun and collaborative team

Join a small, smart, future-focused and passionate team, committed to creating system-level impact.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

8d ago

Listed five days ago

Planner: Senior Planner, Team Leader or Principal

at BTW Company Ltd

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This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Be part of a caring, future-focused team
Enjoy great culture and support to grow professionally
Flexitime, great pay, and a workplace that values you

Be part of a caring, future-focused team
Enjoy great culture and support to grow professionally
Flexitime, great pay, and a workplace that values you

Planner for Hamilton - open to a Senior Planner, Team Leader or Principal Planner- we can adjust position description based on your skill set

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed eight days ago

Te Mātai Ao - Principal Resource Consent Planner

at Tamatea Pōkai Whenua

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This is a Contract/Temp job

Hastings Central, Hawkes Bay

To lead the planning and consent processes to protect mana whenua interests.
To support tino rangatiratanga of hapū and marae in the Heretaunga Tamatea area.
Be a key liaison between consenting authorities, crown agencies and developers.

To lead the planning and consent processes to protect mana whenua interests.
To support tino rangatiratanga of hapū and marae in the Heretaunga Tamatea area.
Be a key liaison between consenting authorities, crown agencies and developers.

Tamatea Pōkai Whenua seek a motivated and organised individual. It is advantageous to have knowledge and expertise of the Resource Management Act 1991

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

8d ago

Listed eight days ago