Metro Spatial Plan Advisor

Mō te tūranga | About the roleFixed-term full time role available.Develop and manage programme plans for the Metro Spatial Plan and associated transport initiatives.Lead stakeholder engagement and ensure their input is reflected in planning and delivery.Provide regular reporting to governance groups and support strategic decision-making.Assist with the implementation of key transport projects such as Bus Rapid Transit and the Hamilton Southern Links Network Plan.Apply change management principles to support successful outcomes.Collaborate with internal teams, external partners, and elected members to ensure alignment and progress.Mō te tangata | About youYou’ll be a proactive, detail-oriented project manager with excellent communication skills and a strong understanding of local government processes.Proven ability to build relationships and resolve complex issues.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the application of te ao Māori in a local government context.Mō ngā pūkenga | Qualifications and experience A relevant qualification (minimum Level 5 Diploma) in business, communications, project management or similar.3-4 years of project management experience, ideally within local government.Mo te tīma | About the teamAt Waikato Regional Council, we’re committed to creating connected communities through strategic transport planning.Our Regional Transport Connections directorate plays a key role in delivering on our transport priorities.We work in partnership with iwi, local authorities, and central government to shape the future of our region.Join us in making a real difference for current and future generations.Mō mātou | About usWe work hard to care for the mighty Waikato, so current and future generations will benefit from a healthy environment, strong economy, and vibrant communities.Our mahi is as diverse as the region we care for and the people who share it. Our work helps look after our region's water, soil, air, geothermal areas and coasts - so we can all enjoy these precious resources for generations to come.Customers sit at the heart of everything we do, and all staff have an important role to play in the delivery of exceptional customer service.If you’d like to understand more about what we do please click here The work we do | Waikato Regional Council.By partnering with iwi and working with many others in our communities, our collective kaitiakitanga will make the Waikato region even better.Together, we’ll create a sustainable future that will make a positive difference to people’s lives.Mō te tuku tono | How to applyApplications will be reviewed as they come in, and this role will close on Sunday 16 November 2025.For a copy of the role description, please click here.Please click ‘apply’ and include your CV & cover letter as a pdf.If you have any questions about the role, please contact human.resources@waikatoregion.govt.nzApply now!