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We are seeking a motivated and community-minded Regulatory Officer to join our Regulatory Services team.

This is a diverse and people-focused role that plays a key part in ensuring our community remains safe, compliant, and operative. You’ll be working across a range of regulatory areas and engaging directly with members of the public, contractors, and other council teams.

This is a full-time role which may require occasional weekend and public holiday work.

Minimum skills, experience and qualifications for the role:

What we’re looking for:

• A practical, solutions-focused person with a “can-do” attitude.
• Computer literate and confident using mobile and desktop applications (training provided).
• Strong communication and conflict resolution skills, with the ability to de-escalate situations professionally and respectfully.
• A high level of personal integrity, reliability, and discretion.
• A team player who is open to diversity within the role – from fieldwork to office based tasks, every day will be different.
• A current, full NZ driver’s licence (essential).

Key responsibilities include:

• Monitoring resource consent conditions to ensure ongoing compliance with the District Plan and Resource Management Act (RMA).
• Investigating and responding to unconsented building activities, working closely with the Building and Planning teams.
• Investigating and responding to breaches of Kaikoura District Council’s by-laws.
• Undertaking parking enforcement duties, including issuing infringement notices and promoting responsible parking behaviours.
• Providing occasional cover for Animal Control, which may include responding to dog complaints, stray animals, or assisting with impoundment procedures.
• Keeping accurate records, preparing reports, and using council systems to manage workflows.

Why join us?

• Supportive and inclusive team environment.
• Opportunities to expand your skill set and learn across multiple regulatory functions.
• Make a tangible difference in your community.

If you’re looking for a role with variety, autonomy, and community impact – we’d love to hear from you.

The salary band for this role is $55,000 to $62,000 dependent on experience

The role is for 80 hours per fortnight – (Monday to Friday, occasional weekend and public holidays may be required).

A full job description is available on our website www.kaikoura.govt.nz

To apply for the role please send your cover letter and CV to: HR@kaikoura.govt.nz

Applications close: 5:00pm 15 July 2025.

All applicants must hold a full driver’s license and have the legal right to work in NZ.