PIMs Officer

Are you passionate about building compliance, planning, and delivering exceptional customer outcomes? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where your technical expertise helps support sustainable growth and vibrant communities? Te Wero – The Challenge Far North District Council is seeking a motivated and customer-focused PIMs Officer to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in ensuring quality, compliant development across the Far North while contributing to positive outcomes for our communities. As a PIMs Officer, you'll be responsible for assessing building consent applications and Project Information Memorandum (PIM) requirements, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and district planning requirements. You'll work alongside customers, industry professionals, stakeholders, and Council teams to provide expert advice and support throughout the building consent process. Your ability to balance technical accuracy with outstanding customer service will be key to your success. I ā koe - About You We're looking for someone who combines technical knowledge with a genuine commitment to customer service and community outcomes. You must be a relationship-focused professional who builds trust easily, approaches challenges with a collaborative, solutions-focused mindset, and is committed to delivering outstanding customer service. A recognised New Zealand qualification in Building, Planning, Environmental Studies, or a related field. Sound knowledge of the Building Act, Resource Management Act, and District Plan requirements. Experience in a customer-focused environment. Strong computer literacy, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Outstanding relationship-building and stakeholder engagement abilities. Experience documenting decisions, reports, and process workflows to a high standard. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities. A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement. The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment. A passion for achieving the best outcomes for our communities. Tā mātou āroha – What We Offer Far North District Council are proud of our diverse workforce and are committed to maintaining an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We are a progressive and growing council filled with like-minded people who love what they do and are committed to providing superior services to residents and their community. You will be given all the tools of the trade to hit the ground running. Learning & Development plan to ensure your ongoing growth and success within the organisation. The salary for this position is Grade 13 within Council's salary structure (Band: $70,487 to $82,926 pro rata per annum) dependent on qualifications and experience, plus Kiwi Saver. We operate a “Business First” approach with flexible/hybrid options. Free $100,000 life insurance scheme (conditions apply). Free Will package, so that if the unexpected happens your family is supported. We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process that supports access needs to ensure every applicant can participate fully and confidently. This is in line with our Accessibility Policy, supports the Te Tai Tokerau Regional Accessibility Strategy, and upholds the values of mana tangata, manaakitanga, mahi tahi, whanaungatanga and āhurutanga. Please let us know if you have any accessibility needs when making your application. Creating Great Places, Supporting our People Please note that advertising campaigns may close earlier than the stated date.