About the Role

We are seeking an analytical thinker with a high degree of strategic agility to develop long-term plans for our district's infrastructure needs, incorporating factors like future growth, sustainability, climate change and cost-effectiveness.

As a Strategic Infrastructure Planner you'll work in collaboration with our strategy and infrastructure teams to ensure that our infrastructure decisions align with our strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop the infrastructure Strategy for the district to align with the outcomes and Councils strategic vision
• Develop strategic business case documents and coordinate their submission and review by senior management and governance
• Implement a monitoring framework for our infrastructure planning and ensuring it remains current and informative
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders including local government and state agencies and developers regarding infrastructure priorities

About You

You have deep knowledge of policy development, research and/or data analysis which will inform your strategies and advice. Your strategic ability will be evident in your guidance and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders alike.

You are a strong communicator with a genuine customer service focus. You will be adept at taking both customers and stakeholders on a journey with you, handling difficult conversations with diplomacy. Your background is likely in Planning or Business Case development in the infrastructure sector, and you will have a team-based approach with well-developed collaboration and relationship management skills. You ensure record-keeping and transparency of evidence-based decision-making is maintained and up to date.

A passion for the future of Whangārei and Northland, and the role of infrastructure in achieving this is essential for this role.

What We Offer

At Whangārei District Council, we offer a range of flexible working and life balance options for those who want to work in a professional and progressive environment while still having the time to take advantage of everything our district has to offer. Our employment package includes health insurance, life insurance, payment of a professional membership, continuous development opportunities, an active social club, and much more.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the People and Capability team on (09) 430 4200 or 0800 932 463.

If you are ready for a new challenge, check out the position description and apply today!