Auckland Council
Resource Consents Environmental Specialist Intern (Nov 2024)
Auckland
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Opportunity details
- Internship, Clerkship or Placement
- NZD 27 - 28 / Hour
- 1 vacancy
- Apply by 2 Sep 2024
- Start date 17 Nov 2024
- Auckland Council’s Internship Programme offers a living wage of $27.80/hour
- Work alongside industry specialist to grow your network
- Endless possibilities to grow your skills and start your career
He angitutanga mutunga kore mō te ihumanea pēnā i a koe: Endless possibilities for an intern like you at Auckland Council
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
Auckland Council’s Specialist Unit is a multi-disciplinary team within the council’s Planning and Resource Consents Department. The unit provides specialist environmental advice to support the council’s regulatory functions, primarily relating to the Resource Management Act and Auckland Unitary Plan. A primary function of the Specialist Unit is to provide expert advice and assessment to the resource consent process and to Licensing and Regulatory Compliance. The unit provides specialist advice including the review of technical reports, provision of peer reviews and recommending consent conditions as well as delivering technical training to teams across the council.
As an Intern in the Specialist Unit, you will be helping the team deliver high-quality specialist advice to consenting and compliance functions ensuring positive outcomes for the customer and the environment.
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer
Embark on a journey of professional growth and hands-on experience with the Auckland Council Internship Programme. Designed for students in their penultimate year of a bachelor's degree, or in a continued masters programme, this paid three-month summer internship, running from 18th November 2024 to 14 February 2025, offers full-time work that aligns with your field of study.
You'll engage in meaningful work, contributing to the development of Auckland as a world-class city, while receiving career development opportunities.
As an intern, you'll be immersed in a supportive environment, with mentorship and networking opportunities that pave the way for a potential future within the council. You’ll be part of Auckland Council’s internship whānau and will be supported every step of the way by a team who want you to succeed including a buddy, liaison, Careers Team, and the wider intern cohort.
Upon completion, interns may receive priority consideration for the Graduate Programme, setting the stage for a robust career start.
He kōrero mōu: About you
You are a motivated and organised individual eager to develop your skills in report writing and project management. With a strong foundation in analytical thinking and critical problem-solving, you are ready to tackle new challenges. You enjoy collaborating with others and communicating effectively, making you a valuable team player.
To apply you must:
- Be in your penultimate year studying towards a relevant Bachelor's degree, or continuing into a Master’s level of study in 2025.
- Be eligible to work in New Zealand full-time from November 2024- February 2025
- Have a NZ restricted driver's license
We welcome applications from students studying
- Environmental Science related degrees
Tono Mai: Apply Now!
Application closes: Monday 2nd September 2024
To find out more about our Internship programme, including the position description for this role, and recruitment process, please visit www.endlesspossibilities.co.nz.
Dive into the endless possibilities and make a tangible impact on your community with Auckland Council.
Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.
This role is deemed safety sensitive and in line with Auckland Council policy, you will be required to complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.
Hiring criteria
- No experience required
- New Zealand Citizen +more
- Sciences +more
- Certificate or higher
Reviews
So far not much work. Just online training. Looking at examples of geotech review reports, reading Auckland Design Manual - Earthworks & Geotechnical Requirements
My role has gotten very broad since new projects have started and colleagues have left. Sometimes it feels too much but I enjoy being busy. I work largely in excel and am now considered a subject matter expert on spreadsheets, data structures and budget changes.
Role is to look through resource consent applications and provide specialist advice. Mostly office based but there are some site visits.
About the employer
Auckland Council
4.4
1,000 - 50,000 employees
Government & Public Service
Right now, we are working on large-scale projects right across our thriving region that are creating the future of our city.
Pros and cons of working at Auckland Council
Pros
The opportunity to try different areas of work and ultimately focusing on learning the job rather than only on performance.
I appreciate the constant reassurance that our health and wellbeing is crucial in this job. There are a lot of processes involved in making sure we are working in a safe environment, and that there is a priority in making sure we're well. I appreciate how flexible the job is to our lives, and the mass number of employee benefits we get. Though this shouldn't be the case, it feels as though I'm working for a company that sees me as a person with my own personal life. I don't feel awkward or guilty for needing to see doctors, taking time off when I needed etc. The fact that we're instantly given sick leave at the start of our contract is really great. Overall, I feel as though the priority in making sure our health and wellbeing is support is one of the best things about working for Auckland Council.
Workplace flexibility is the best thing about working at Auckland Council. It allows me to complete better work as I'm able to keep well rested with more time in my days due to less travel time to and from work. It also provides an environment where I can focus my thoughts better when I am working from home compared to being in the office. However, on the flip side, it is also nice to have a hybrid working situation where I spend half of my week in the office to attend important meetings and strengthen relationships with my colleagues.
It looks after its people. There is a great balance between work life and personal life. Workload is manageable. There is support available whenever needed. Great pool of experienced and knowledgeable people in the team. This makes it a great place to work in.
In graduate programme, I enhanced my experience in rotating in different teams, all the co- works there are so kind to share experience and teach me the technical skills.
Cons
Working for a local government organization like Auckland Council comes with significant pressure, primarily due to the high expectations and scrutiny from the public. The decisions we make directly impact the community, and this responsibility can be quite demanding. There's a constant need to balance the diverse needs and concerns of residents, which can be challenging. However, it's also an incredibly rewarding environment for professional development. The work is meaningful and varied, providing ample opportunities to gain new skills and experience. It's a great place to grow professionally while making a positive difference in the community.
I'm yet to experience anything bad about working at Auckland Council. If I were to give one output, I would have to say the lack in funding results in technological issues and lengthened work processes.
My experience as a graduate was always pretty good. Maybe too many restructures which gives general staff an unsecure feeling for their jobs.
I don't think there is many negatives to working here so far. If I had to say what the worst thing was it would be how things can move slowly at points.
People not coming into the office as frequently - makes collaboration more difficult