Job Description
At Western Bay of Plenty District Council, everything we do is about making the everyday better — and helping our communities thrive, now and into the future.
Western Bay is a District undergoing significant growth and transformation. From planning for future communities to delivering the infrastructure that supports them, we’re focused on getting the fundamentals right — and preparing for what comes next.
We’re also focused on our people. At Western Bay, we believe in investing in and empowering our teams to grow, lead, and achieve their goals. Because when our people thrive, our communities do too.
If you're motivated by making the everyday better, helping people thrive, and leaving things better than you found them — we’d love to hear from you.
The opportunity
This role is a fixed term full time position to cover parental leave for 8 months.
If you enjoy working collaboratively, have a great eye for detail, and want to contribute to work that makes a real difference for our communities and environment, this role offers a rewarding way to get involved and grow alongside a passionate team.
About the role
This role assists the Environmental Planning team and wider Strategy and Community Group with effective project coordination and administrative support, to ensure effective delivery of priority work programmes enabling the sustainable growth and development of our District. This role is responsible for supporting and coordinating community engagement projects, consultative processes with members of our community, and general team communications, systems and processes.
Coordinate and assist with public consultation processes, events, workshops, hearings, and submissions—helping our community understand, access, and participate in Council processes.
Work closely with the Strategy and Community teams and alongside Communications to develop high-quality publications, presentations, reports, and web content using tools such as Adobe InDesign and Microsoft Office.
Provide project and meeting coordination support, including diary management, agendas, minutes, presentations, catering, and acting as project secretary for key initiatives.
Maintain accurate records, submission processes, intranet and website pages, District Plan versions, and ensure documentation is accessible both online and in hard copy throughout consultation processes.
Continuously improve procedures and standards, support staff training in engagement tools, process invoices and purchase orders, and contribute to evaluating the effectiveness of engagement initiatives.
What we offer
Five weeks annual leave
Flexible work arrangements and a pet friendly work environment
Sick leave on commencement of employment
Learning and development opportunities
Access to wellbeing resources and workplace support
Free onsite parking
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit.
Applications close 11.59pm Monday, 26 January 2 026.
For further information please call Natalie Rutland on 0800XXXXXX.
Western Bay is a District undergoing significant growth and transformation. From planning for future communities to delivering the infrastructure that supports them, we’re focused on getting the fundamentals right — and preparing for what comes next.
We’re also focused on our people. At Western Bay, we believe in investing in and empowering our teams to grow, lead, and achieve their goals. Because when our people thrive, our communities do too.
If you're motivated by making the everyday better, helping people thrive, and leaving things better than you found them — we’d love to hear from you.
The opportunity
This role is a fixed term full time position to cover parental leave for 8 months.
If you enjoy working collaboratively, have a great eye for detail, and want to contribute to work that makes a real difference for our communities and environment, this role offers a rewarding way to get involved and grow alongside a passionate team.
About the role
This role assists the Environmental Planning team and wider Strategy and Community Group with effective project coordination and administrative support, to ensure effective delivery of priority work programmes enabling the sustainable growth and development of our District. This role is responsible for supporting and coordinating community engagement projects, consultative processes with members of our community, and general team communications, systems and processes.
Coordinate and assist with public consultation processes, events, workshops, hearings, and submissions—helping our community understand, access, and participate in Council processes.
Work closely with the Strategy and Community teams and alongside Communications to develop high-quality publications, presentations, reports, and web content using tools such as Adobe InDesign and Microsoft Office.
Provide project and meeting coordination support, including diary management, agendas, minutes, presentations, catering, and acting as project secretary for key initiatives.
Maintain accurate records, submission processes, intranet and website pages, District Plan versions, and ensure documentation is accessible both online and in hard copy throughout consultation processes.
Continuously improve procedures and standards, support staff training in engagement tools, process invoices and purchase orders, and contribute to evaluating the effectiveness of engagement initiatives.
What we offer
Five weeks annual leave
Flexible work arrangements and a pet friendly work environment
Sick leave on commencement of employment
Learning and development opportunities
Access to wellbeing resources and workplace support
Free onsite parking
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit.
Applications close 11.59pm Monday, 26 January 2 026.
For further information please call Natalie Rutland on 0800XXXXXX.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Planning Coordinator and Publications Designer position is now open for candidates interested in the Remote Jobs sector. This role in Bay of Plenty offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Remote Jobs is a plus.
