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The Central Hawke’s Bay District Council is a Local Authority in the thriving Hawke’s Bay Region. We are committed to providing a great place to work, that values diversity and inclusion, and develops skilled people who can lead our community to thrive. We pride ourselves on our recently attained AA Council-Mark rating, recognising us as a top performing Council in NZ. 

Central Hawke’s Bay is experiencing rapid growth with a continuing high number of subdivisions in both our rural and residential areas. We have forecasted high demand continuing and have a number of large and complex developments in progress. 

To continue to meet the challenge of growth and high demand, we are seeking an Intermediate or Senior Resource Consents Planner to join our team for 12 months fixed term to provide parental leave cover.

This is an exciting role for planners who are keen to work in a growing and changing environment, where you will be challenged with a variety of opportunities daily. 

Reporting to the Resource Consents Manager, this role is accountable for resource consenting for a range of land uses and subdivision, providing planning advice to the public and ongoing monitoring of the environmental outcomes. We are seeking qualified planners with a variety of experience and backgrounds to join us and get stuck in.

The main tasks of the role include, but are not limited to:

• Resource and subdivision consenting
• Provision of planning advice to the public and applicants
• Understanding the District Plan
• Training and mentoring up and coming staff
• Upkeep of our practices with current legislation and policy
• Working with the Resource Consents Manager to develop policies and templates

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A relevant qualification in planning or environmental management
• Membership of the NZPI is preferable but not essential
• Ability to interact with a diverse range of people
• Excellent communication skills
• A current Driver’s Licence

Central Hawke’s Bay District Council is committed to ongoing professional development and provides ongoing training opportunities and NZPI membership.

To be successful in this role, you will also need to share the Council’s THRIVE values and its commitment to customer excellence and smarter thinking. 

With a thriving district and strong connected community, Central Hawke’s Bay is in a period of exciting growth and development. With some of the best beaches, fishing and diving spots, water sports, cycling, family friendly places and events, and so much more, there are plenty of great reasons to consider shifting to Central Hawke’s Bay.

Please include your CV and Cover Letter with your application. Applications for this role will close 19 June 2024.

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
• What's your expected annual base salary?

 To Apply head to www.seek.co.nz

3 Waters Contract/Asset Lead

Come to be part of a thriving community, working to transform outcomes of people of Tamatea - Central Hawkes Bay, where partnerships and collaboration are at the core of everything we do.

We have established a strong experienced team of contracting and professional services firms to support delivery of 3 waters services and maintain our infrastructure. We are looking for a leader to fill an existing position to steer effective contract/asset management processes to drive delivery and performance. This includes input into continuously improving the framework, strategies, policies and tools for both contract and asset management maturity. 

You will rely on influence, education and communication to help us meet our aspirations for a thriving community in Tamatea - Central Hawkes Bay. Share your expertise and build others' understanding and capability in asset management, contracts and supplier management. 

What we offer?

If you are ready to take your first big step in your career, expect us to put you on a rapid escalator to success as you get the opportunity to grow, develop and be exposed to experiences you'll never get in bigger organisations. Likewise, if this is your final change in your career, we have a culture and an environment that will value and welcome your expertise and experiences you'll bring.

What's it like?

We're a pretty small Council, but we pack some punch.

Working at a pace you'll be busy - really busy. No two days are the same, as you work alongside our partners to deliver on the big ambitions of our community and to achieve the high standards of operational excellence we expect of our contracting and professional services teams.

What you can expect from us.

As part of a strong and connected team, you can expect to be part of a whanau that genuinely cares for each other. Backed up with a strong and capable leadership team and elected members, you can expect us to stretch your thinking and to focus on being the future of Council's partnerships approach.

What we expect from you?

In return, we'll expect you can demonstrate experience in successfully influencing and educating teams and individuals. Your commercial acumen will reflect an understanding of how to encourage and manage change within the usual constraints of budget, risk management and contractual terms. 

You'll bring an authenticity and value set as a person, that will set you apart from the rest and bring your proven experience and demonstrated success in managing successful business relationship - particularly with multiple parties and stakeholders and managing suppliers to their contractual obligations. You'll have experience managing change and sustaining continuous improvement and most importantly, you'll understand and be able to demonstrate the clear passion for working with others to solve problems and deliver outcomes. 

Want to know more?

If this sounds like you, we really encourage you to do your homework and find out why we could be the perfect next step in your careers. 

Contact Ben Swinburne, Three Waters Manager 027 573 2540 

or

Phillip Stroud, Acting GM  Community Infrastructure and Development 027 269 0668.

Come be part of a thriving community, working to transform outcomes for people of Tamatea - Central Hawkes Bay.

Apply along with your CV and cover letter via seek

Applications will close 21 June 2024. 

Intermediate / Senior Communications Advisor

Come and be part of a thriving community, working to transform outcomes for the people of Tamatea – Central Hawke’s Bay.  With unprecedented growth and a surge in optimism not seen since the 1960s, Central Hawke’s Bay is going places. 

We’re looking for an experienced communications professional to join our small and dynamic team. This is an existing role and will require you to be capable of developing and translating communications strategies and plans into meaningful and transparent communications that celebrate our great place and deliver our messages in a genuine, engaging and purposeful way.

Responsibilities include:

• Working closely with leaders and others in the organisation to deliver strategic communications advice.
• Developing communication and engagement plans for Council strategies, plans and projects.
• Delivering content across channels including website and social media, and written council materials (such as consultation documents, letters and other key publications)
•  Media releases and responding to media queries.

What you can expect from us

We’re a small Council, but we pack some punch.  One of only two Councils in New Zealand to hold an ‘AA’ CouncilMARK Assessment, we have big ambitions and high expectations of the work we deliver for our community.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career, expect us to put you on a rapid escalator to success as you get the opportunity to grow, develop and be exposed to experiences you might not get in bigger organisations.  Likewise, if you’re seeking a change, we have a culture and an environment that will value and welcome the unique expertise and experiences that you’ll bring. And Hawkes Bay has a wealth of lifestyle benefits – it’s a great place to live.

We offer a supportive team environment, training opportunities, flexibility and a commitment to empower you to develop as a communications professional.  

As part of a strong and connected team, you will be part of a whānau that genuinely cares for each other. Backed up with strong and capable senior staff and elected members. 

 About you

We’re looking for a team player with a commitment to improve the lives of residents of Tamatea – Central Hawke’s Bay and a willingness to be part of something bigger than yourself. 

You'll bring an authenticity and value set that aligns with serving your community through your work.  Most importantly, you’ll understand and possess an unapologetic approach to growing the story that is a thriving Central Hawke’s Bay.

Skills/experience for the role:

• Previous experience in a Communications Advisor or Senior Advisor position, including developing communications plans, media relations and social media.
• A good understanding and practical experience in building strong relationships and advising senior staff.
• The ability to apply good judgement under pressure, reprioritise and meet critical timelines.
• Strong storytelling and writing skills.
• A great team player. We're a small team who support each other. We all have our areas of expertise and areas we need to develop, but we maintain a ‘hands on’ approach.
• Experience in managing issues and initiative to resolve issues quickly and deliver quality results to deadline.
• Possess a relevant qualification in communications, PR, marketing, or similar or commensurate experience.

Want to know more?

If this sounds like you and you are ready to enjoy life in the beautiful Hawkes Bay, we would love to hear from you. Head to our website to find out more about the range of activities that you’ll be involved in, our strategic direction and values here.

Apply along with your CV and Cover letter via seek

Applications will close 28 June 2024

The Central Hawke’s Bay District Council is a Local Authority in the thriving Hawke’s Bay Region, situated in Waipawa approximately 40km south of Hastings. We are committed to providing a safe and great place to work, that values diversity and inclusion, and develops skilled people who can lead our community to thrive. 

We are now seeking a Land Transport Service Officer to join our Community Infrastructure & Development Group. Reporting to the Land Transport Programme and Delivery Manager, this is an existing role and is accountable for providing professional contract management, corridor access and quality assurance services, to ensure work on the road assets meet contract specifications. Don't miss this incredible opportunity! This role offers a fantastic chance to learn and develop daily under the guidance of experienced senior members. Apply now to start your journey! This is a full-time role (40 hours per week) Monday to Friday. 

The main accountabilities of the role include:

• Customer service Management- Assist customers with boarding, disembarking, and navigating our transport network. Join a comprehensive induction program and receive coaching to enhance your skills. Use empathy and interpersonal abilities to educate customers for a safe and pleasant experience. Assess and respond to Transport Engineering Fresh Service enquiries by visiting sites and meeting with customers to thoroughly investigate their issues.

• Contract Management – manage minor contracts on behalf of the Council to ensure work meets the contract specifications, is of high quality, within budget and done in a timely manner. Assist other contract managers and issue work instructions to contractors to complete work. Audit traffic management throughout the district and administer the Submitica programme (corridor access requests)

• Road Network Asset Management - provide assistance and advice to improve the efficiency and condition of the network, assist in the identification of any faults or safety issues throughout the network, respond to enquiries, auditing and monitoring the professional services provider. Audit traffic management throughout the district and administer the Submitica programme (corridor access requests). Process vehicle crossing applications and communicate with customers about the necessary requirements.

• Council Representation and Relationships - develop relationships with consultants, contractors, and other local authorities to share innovative ideas.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• The ideal candidate should have tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering or a related field; however, this is not a mandatory requirement.
• Possesses valid working rights to legally work in New Zealand.
• Skills in project management, quality management and financial claims 
• Working knowledge of NZS 3910 and NZTA road maintenance and construction specifications
• A current Driver’s Licence

To be successful in this role, you will also need to share the Council’s THRIVE values and its commitment to customer excellence and smarter thinking.

With a thriving district and strong connected community, Central Hawke’s Bay is in a period of exciting growth and development. With some of the best beaches, fishing and diving spots, water sports, cycling, family friendly places and events, and so much more, there are plenty of great reasons to live and work in Central Hawke’s Bay.

Please apply via seek along with your CV and Cover Letter.

Applications for this role will close on 5 July 2024

We are looking for a person with a passion for Community to join our team in this unique and exciting Casual role. This is an opportunity for an energetic, customer focused person to work within our unique Municipal Theatre supporting events offered within this venue. 

As a customer experience superstar, in this role you will support the operations of the CHB Municipal Theatre to offer high quality event services for event organisers and patrons of the venue.  You will be the person who the customer interacts with when they attend an event at our Municipal Theatre.

The Role

• Support local events primarily held at the CHB Municipal Theatre but could be across Tamatea;
• Offer hospitality support from setting up tables, to packing up after an event and general cleaning duties to ensure the venue is well maintained.
• General Bar & Kitchen service duties
• Front of House services
• Eventfinda ticketing services

Key Skills Required for the Role:

• Be part of a dynamic team delivering excellent customer service;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Comfortable using technology;

• Flexibility and collaboration across all aspects of your mahi;
• Attention to detail and excellent organisational skills;

• Knowledge/understanding of Te Ao Māori or willingness to learn
• Ability to think outside the square and be innovative;

About You

We are looking for a professional, high energy casual bar/event support person with a great personality, excellent communication skills and an ability to work efficiently and effectively. They should have a neat appearance and have an engaging, friendly personality. The right candidate should be efficient, observant, knowledgeable and personable with a strong focus on providing excellent customer service. Successful applicant must be able to work evenings and weekends as and when needed - on a casual basis.

This is a very exciting and unique opportunity for the right person to gain a step-up or to use your experience and knowledge to make a tangible difference for our community.

Think you might have what we are looking for?

Please apply in confidence with your CV and Cover letter by emailing bridget.cover@chbdc.govt.nz

This role will close Monday 24^th June