At the Otago Regional Council (ORC), our goal is to protect and enhance the environment and enable our communities to do the same. So, we can deliver on our responsibilities, we're not overstating when we say we have some really big targets to reach. We need the right people, in the right roles, to help us get there. In return, we offer a positive and go-ahead organisational culture, where work/life balance is both respected and valued.
Otago's a pretty special place, covering a vast area - the third largest local government region in New Zealand. Those who call Otago home enjoy access to mountains, coastal lowlands, dramatic rivers and wild beaches. Our environment is part of who we are, and at ORC, we work each day to look after it.
The Opportunity
Our Consents team at the Otago Regional Council is looking for a Consents Support Coordinator to join the team on a full time (37.5 hours per week), fixed-term basis (20 months) in our busy Dunedin office.
The purpose of the Consents Support Coordinator is to provide a range of timely and accurate administrative support services for the processing of resource consent applications, while supporting the Environmental Delivery processes within the Otago Regional Council.
As a Consents Support Coordinator, you will be responsible for:

• Maintaining and updating the Council's databases for entering and processing resource consents
• Working with Consent Officers and provide administrative support including notified applications, hearing planning, customer updates, and monitoring timeframes.
• Providing information to public enquirers about consent information.
• Processing minor consents and variations according to statutory processes and timeframes

If you are detail-oriented, proactive, and skilled at managing administrative tasks, then we'd love to hear from you!
About You
Our ideal candidate will have:

• Experience working with databases and computers.
• Strong organisational skills and processes
• Ability to work in a complex work environment, deal with ambiguity and across function.
• Well-developed oral and written communication and negotiation skills.
• A great knowledge of the Microsoft Office 365 and associated programmes.

What we offer
We recognise and celebrate diversity within Team ORC and are committed to providing a work environment that supports inclusion and equal opportunities. We actively encourage applications from anyone who will live our values of MANA- We influence with respect and integrity, TIKA- We do the right thing and do things right and AROHA- We show that that we care, alongside us, regardless of their background.
To support our diverse and capable team, we're pleased to offer enhanced benefits such as:

• Flexible work opportunities
• Life Insurance
• Superannuation
• An annual wellbeing programme
• Competitive remuneration packages
• Development opportunities

How to Apply
If you meet the above criteria, we welcome your application including your CV and cover letter outlining why you are the person for this role via the Apply button.
Please note. We don't always work to fixed closing dates and may start considering and interviewing candidates as their applications are received so we encourage you to apply early.
All candidates require the right to work in New Zealand.
Applications close: Thursday 21st November 2024
For further information, please contact human.resources@orc.govt.nz