Monitoring & Enforcement Officer

Mix of field and office-based work Fun, friendly supportive team environment Outstanding benefits including flexible work options Never a dull day at the office About the Role We're looking for a motivated individual to join our Resource Consents & Compliance team. As a Monitoring & Enforcement Officer, you will provide a front-line service which investigates possible breaches of the rules and standards in the District Plan and RMA. We are looking to hear from applicants from either Officer or Intermediate Officer levels, depending on skills and experience. To be successful, you will have the ability to help people navigate the law and ensure our requirements are met under the RMA, and put your problem solving skills to the test. In addition, you will proactively monitor land use consent approvals for compliance (with conditions and approved plans), and where appropriate investigate and advise on compliance with subdivision consents. We have a passionate team of planners and compliance officers ensuring we have the best possible environmental outcomes for our city. About You This is a great role if you are passionate about the application of the Resource Management Act and related regulatory areas and enjoy applying your knowledge to help people with legal compliance and regulatory outcomes. The successful applicant will possess: Tertiary qualification and/or experience in the administration of the Resource Management Act, surveying, architecture, building, science, legal or related areas. Excellent interpersonal and relationship building abilities. Strong writing abilities and sound investigation skills. A positive practical approach to assisting the public and strong people skills. The ability to understand and interpret building plans and legal documents. About Us At Hutt City Council, our vision is to build a connected, resilient and inclusive city where all our people thrive. Kia noho mai tēnei tāone hei pou herenga waka, hei pou herenga kaupapa, hei wāhi whai hua ki hōna iwi. Our people are ‘proud to be part of it’ - working here is truly rewarding knowing together we're making a genuine difference to Te Awa Kairangi ki Tai Lower Hutt and its people, both now and into the future. Tūhono mai. Come join us! Some of our great benefits include: Paid birthday leave Wellbeing leave, plus additional wellbeing perks Flexible working options Read more about them here: careers.huttcity.govt.nz/your-total-rewards Applications close Friday 21 August at 11.55pm. Please note we may review applications before the closing date and encourage you to apply as soon as possible. We reserve the right to withdraw the job advertisement at any time. Tūhono mai. Come join us at Hutt City Council