Consent Officer - Land Use

Richmond, New Zealand

Reference: 6830375

  • Competitive Salary and personalised benefit options
  • Full time, permanent role based in Richmond, Tasman
  • Flexible hours and working from home options
  • Join a team that is hard-working, and supportive
  • With hiking, bike trails, lakes, vineyards and more - why wait?

An exciting opportunity for someone wishing to develop their planning career and make a positive contribution to our supportive Resource Consenting team. Come and join us in New Zealand's playground.

At Tasman Council we are passionate about what we do and continuing to protect our postcard worthy region and its people. Our purpose is to drive value for Tasman's People and Places.

About the role

This role is primarily responsible for providing professional services and advice relating to Land Use consents and will include coordinating Resource Management checks, Land Information Memorandums (LIMs), and assisting with the preparation of Property Information Memorandums (PIMs).

The role liaises with consent applicants regularly, therefore high-level customer service skills and the ability to engage with internal and external stakeholders is required. You will have well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills which will be complemented by your excellent digital literacy.

About you

While some experience of LIM's and PIM's would be an advantage, if you possess a strong administrative background and experience working with legislation while also displaying a willingness to learn, we are happy to train you.

Regardless of your level of experience, you will be someone who can add value with your collaboration, can-do attitude, and ability to work constructively and positively within our busy team.

The benefits

At Tasman District Council we offer a supportive and motivating team environment with ongoing opportunities for professional development, flexible working hours and location of work, a day off on your birthday and a benefit package where you choose what suits. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a passionate team and contribute to our vibrant region.

If you're ready to tackle a new challenge in a stunning location, with a forward-thinking unitary Council - Apply Now.

Please note we will review applications as they are received and may interview before the close date.

Applications Close: 10 Dec 2025

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What to expect after you apply

Once the vacancy closes you'll be contacted within 7 days as to whether or not your application has been successful.  If you've been shortlisted for an interview, you'll be contacted by one of the People & Wellbeing team to arrange a time to come in and meet with some of the team. 

We typically only do one interview, however depending on the seniority of the role or the role itself, we sometimes require two interviews.  For mid-senior level and team leader/manager roles, you may also be required to undertake psychometric testing.

In your interview, there will be a member of the People & Wellbeing team, the Hiring Manager and either their Manager or one of the senior member's of their team.  Our interview questions are predominantly behavioural and skills-based.

Summer Student Internships

Every year we employ a number of Summer Students across the Council to work for a period of 12-16 weeks over the summer months (mid-November to February). This is a great opportunity to gain work experience in your field of study, advertising begins early July, All applications are to be submitted via our website in July.

We typically have vacancies in Engineering, Environmental Information (Hydrology, Resource Science and Biosecurity), Information Services and Regulatory (Compliance Monitoring).

If you're an Engineering student interested in a Rivers Engineering career/Summer Student position, check out this website for more information - Careers | Resilient River Communities - Careers | Resilient River Communities (resilientrivers.nz).