Resource Advisor

We are looking for a highly motivated and innovative Resource Advisor to join the Environmental Regulation business unit. You'll be joining a friendly and supportive culture with people who are passionate about doing great work for our extraordinary region. This full-time, permanent role is based in our modern Masterton office. About the role:As Resource Advisor you will be part of the Rural Activities team with a focus on activities that occur within the rural environment, e.g. taking and using freshwater, agricultural discharges and activities associated with forestry. You will be adept at balancing the interests of a wide range of customers to come up with pragmatic solutions to complex resource management issues.You will support the Council in delivering its responsibilities under the Resource Management Act 1991 (RMA) and other relevant legislation. Your work will include:Providing expert advice and guidance on natural resource managementProcessing resource consent applicationsConducting compliance inspections, auditsResponding to environmental incidents, carrying out associated investigations and enforcement action.Working collaboratively with your team, you'll find pragmatic solutions to complex resource management issues, contributing to Greater Wellington's goals of a strong economy, healthy environment, and a connected, resilient and engaged community.Naturally, you will be a skilled and confident communicator who can build strong and enduring relationships with our customers, stakeholders and partners. Skills and experience required:To succeed in this role, you will have:Practical experience in the RMA and planning disciplinesKnowledge and/or experience of the rural sectorA broad perspective from the breadth and depth of your experience which may include working with councils, central government, private practice/consulting firms, community, iwi or volunteer groups.A solutions-focused and collaborative working style, with experience mentoring and sharing your ideas and expertise with others.Excellent interpersonal, engagement and relationship management skillsResilience, flexibility, and an ability to work with ambiguity.The ability to manage multiple projects efficiently, to prioritise competing commitments and proactively manage customer expectations.An analytical mind to critically review reports, plans and other technical documents, and to suggest improvements to our practices.The ability to remain focussed on outcomes amid the RMA process.An understanding of how to influence behaviour change.A proven track record of successfully delivering to customers. What we offer:Work to suit your life and family with our flexible working policy.We'll encourage you to grow and prosper with a range of learning and development opportunities, internal secondments and career progression.Your wellbeing is our priority - we'll provide medical and trauma insurance, support through our employee assistance programme, including Rongoā Māori partner providers, generous annual and sick leave, along with Tangihanga leave and support.We want you to have a sense of belonging, where you can reflect your personal and cultural identity in the way that you work.Social clubs, staff networks and a friendly and inclusive culture.Great working environments across our beautiful region. Come help treasure and grow our rohe togetherOur rohe and its lands, waterways, animals, plants and people can only grow stronger if they are nurtured.To join our team is to step up and commit to playing an active part in this important mahi. That means restoring nature, connecting people and places, reducing environmental impacts, and helping this rohe and its people prosper.We are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and support mana whenua as Kaitiaki. We're also part of a collective movement alongside our community members whose hopes for the future of this region are just as high as your own.Our efforts across environmental management, public transport, flood protection, regional parks and water supply are interconnected and integral to treasuring our rohe and growing our future. How to apply:Greater Wellington is proud to be a member of Te Uru Tāngata Centre for Workplace Inclusion. We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive, flexible, and supportive workplace. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and welcome the unique talent and experience you will bring to our team. We are passionate about ensuring our recruitment processes are fair and equitable. Please let us know if you have any accessibility needs or adjustments that need to be made so we can offer a recruitment process that is more accessible to you.Click on the Apply link to view the job description and to apply for the role with a cover letter and CV. All applicants will be required to provide proof of their eligibility to work in New Zealand.For further information, please contact Kristina Cranston at kristina.cranston@gw.govt.nzApplications close: 5.00pm, Thursday, 13 November 2025. However, we will be shortlisting applications as they come in and will interview as soon as possible to secure the right person.Greater Wellington is an accredited Living Wage Employer. We're committed to making sure our people, including people in our supply chain, earn enough to meet life's basic needs, support their whānau, and participate fully in their communities.The remuneration range for this position, inclusive of all benefits, is $77,666 - $116,500, with a midpoint of $97,083. Starting remuneration will depend on the skills and experience of the successful applicant. Agency applications won't be considered at this time.