Planner

About the role

Enspire is seeking a planning professional who can navigate the Resource Management Act and approach complex planning matters with practical judgement. The team works across Aotearoa on environmental challenges, aiming to deliver thoughtful advice that supports better outcomes for people and the places they value.

This opportunity is suited to someone with at least 2 years of planning experience, a relevant planning qualification, and a working understanding of the RMA. The organisation is open to adapting the position for the right person, whether they are building experience in a junior capacity or already working at an intermediate level and ready for more complex assignments.

About you

• Tertiary qualification in planning
• At least 2 years of experience in a planning-related role
• Practical knowledge of the RMA and wider planning frameworks
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities, with a track record of producing clear, high-quality work
• Ability to think critically and apply sound judgement
• Proactive, solution-oriented approach and willingness to take responsibility for your work
• Eligibility for, or progress toward, NZPI membership

What you may do in this role

• Support project development through planning advice
• Draft resource consent applications
• Process resource consent applications for authorising agencies
• Assist with planning policy work
• Carry out compliance monitoring and offer compliance advice
• Help clients implement changes in legislation and policy

Working style and team culture

Enspire describes itself as a problem-solving team that values critical thinking, questions, and solutions that are well reasoned and defensible. The workplace is tight-knit and supportive, with a culture that balances professionalism with a sense of humour and gives people real responsibility rather than passive observation.

Why join Enspire

• Supportive, close-knit team environment
• A workplace that is serious about the work without being overly formal
• Room to build capability across varied work
• Trust to contribute meaningfully
• Work focused on practical advice that benefits clients and communities
• Opportunities to tackle challenging work that requires careful thinking
• A culture that values enjoying the work itself

How to apply

Applicants are invited to send a CV and a short cover note explaining their recent work, what they enjoy about planning, and the areas in which they would like to grow.

Equal opportunity and support

Enspire says it is committed to caring for people as well as the land and aims to maintain a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. People from all backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply, and support or adjustments can be requested during the application process.