Christchurch City Council
Transport Network Planner
Christchurch City Council, Central City, Kentucky, United States, 42330
About the team | Ko te rōpū nei
The Transport Asset Planning Team oversees planning and delivery of Council’s 10-year Long Term Plan transport capital programme. It assesses current and future transport demands and leads infrastructure planning to support land use, population, and economic growth.
Our goal is a well-planned, multi-modal transport network that promotes economic, social, environmental resilience and sustainability, aligned with Council’s Community Outcomes and Strategic Priorities.
About the role | Ko te mahi nei You’ll play a key role in shaping Christchurch’s transport future by implementing the Transport Activity Plan under the pillars of Safety, Access, and Environment, and supporting the Christchurch Transport Plan. This role provides technical and engineering expertise for planning current and future transport needs, with responsibilities including:
Leading and contributing to transport corridor and area network studies, including acting as Council’s representative on working groups and as client for consultants.
Supporting strategic projects such as Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) designation and regional initiatives through the Greater Christchurch Partnership.
Delivering transport planning advice for land use and subdivision consents, masterplans, and legislative/bylaw processes to ensure developments align with network capacity and Council priorities.
Developing business cases for transport improvements and funding applications, ensuring investments are evidence-based and cost-effective.
Monitoring and reporting on network safety and access for all modes.
Providing advice on road stopping queries and other transport-related matters.
This role requires strong transport engineering and consent planning skills to inform decisions and secure future opportunities for the city’s growth.
Qualifications You are an experienced transport or traffic planner/engineer who thrives on leading from the front and influencing the future of Christchurch’s transport network. You combine technical expertise with strong communication skills and the confidence to represent Council’s interests. You bring:
A relevant qualification in Transport Planning, or Transport Engineering, or Civil Engineering.
Knowledge of engineering standards, subdivision requirements, and the District Plan, with experience applying these in practice.
Ability to explain complex technical information clearly to non-technical audiences and produce concise, defensible written advice.
Political nous and confidence to speak up in group settings to communicate Council’s interests.
Strong analytical skills to assess impacts, develop solutions, and prepare robust business cases.
Your passion for safe, sustainable, and accessible transport drives you to make a real difference for the city.
What's in it for you? He aha ngā hua ki a koe? Want to be involved in shaping your City? Here at the Council we know our strength comes from our people, working together as one team to create results. When you join us, you're getting involved first hand, and contributing to crafting the Christchurch community. You will also enjoy:
Flexible working arrangements to help you thrive both professionally and personally.
Represent Council as the asset owner, influencing outcomes that benefit the community.
Play a key role in strategic projects and decisions that will define the city’s transport network.
Join a diverse team of 12 passionate professionals, working closely with experts who share your commitment to safe, sustainable transport.
Access to training programmes, workshops, and development opportunities.
Benefits – a variety of benefits for Council staff from health schemes to retail discounts.
If this sounds like an interesting opportunity, you think you have what it takes and want to get involved in shaping our City then please apply today.
At the Christchurch City Council, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways.
We understand that recruitment processes can be challenging. If you require any support or adjustments to help you put your best foot forward, please reach out to us atjobs@ccc.govt.nz.
Hours of work - 37.5 - 40 hours per week
Position - Permanent, full-time
Location - This position is primarily based at Te Hononga, Christchurch City Council Civic Offices - 53 Hereford Street
Salary - The salary band for this position goes from $105,450 to $117,167 per annum based on a 40 hour week. Starting salaries will be based on knowledge, skills and experience the successful candidate brings to the role, and relativities both, within the immediate team and in the broader organisation for the same or similar roles.
Closing Date - 25/01/2026
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date.
Reference # 41603
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Our goal is a well-planned, multi-modal transport network that promotes economic, social, environmental resilience and sustainability, aligned with Council’s Community Outcomes and Strategic Priorities.
About the role | Ko te mahi nei You’ll play a key role in shaping Christchurch’s transport future by implementing the Transport Activity Plan under the pillars of Safety, Access, and Environment, and supporting the Christchurch Transport Plan. This role provides technical and engineering expertise for planning current and future transport needs, with responsibilities including:
Leading and contributing to transport corridor and area network studies, including acting as Council’s representative on working groups and as client for consultants.
Supporting strategic projects such as Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) designation and regional initiatives through the Greater Christchurch Partnership.
Delivering transport planning advice for land use and subdivision consents, masterplans, and legislative/bylaw processes to ensure developments align with network capacity and Council priorities.
Developing business cases for transport improvements and funding applications, ensuring investments are evidence-based and cost-effective.
Monitoring and reporting on network safety and access for all modes.
Providing advice on road stopping queries and other transport-related matters.
This role requires strong transport engineering and consent planning skills to inform decisions and secure future opportunities for the city’s growth.
Qualifications You are an experienced transport or traffic planner/engineer who thrives on leading from the front and influencing the future of Christchurch’s transport network. You combine technical expertise with strong communication skills and the confidence to represent Council’s interests. You bring:
A relevant qualification in Transport Planning, or Transport Engineering, or Civil Engineering.
Knowledge of engineering standards, subdivision requirements, and the District Plan, with experience applying these in practice.
Ability to explain complex technical information clearly to non-technical audiences and produce concise, defensible written advice.
Political nous and confidence to speak up in group settings to communicate Council’s interests.
Strong analytical skills to assess impacts, develop solutions, and prepare robust business cases.
Your passion for safe, sustainable, and accessible transport drives you to make a real difference for the city.
What's in it for you? He aha ngā hua ki a koe? Want to be involved in shaping your City? Here at the Council we know our strength comes from our people, working together as one team to create results. When you join us, you're getting involved first hand, and contributing to crafting the Christchurch community. You will also enjoy:
Flexible working arrangements to help you thrive both professionally and personally.
Represent Council as the asset owner, influencing outcomes that benefit the community.
Play a key role in strategic projects and decisions that will define the city’s transport network.
Join a diverse team of 12 passionate professionals, working closely with experts who share your commitment to safe, sustainable transport.
Access to training programmes, workshops, and development opportunities.
Benefits – a variety of benefits for Council staff from health schemes to retail discounts.
If this sounds like an interesting opportunity, you think you have what it takes and want to get involved in shaping our City then please apply today.
At the Christchurch City Council, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways.
We understand that recruitment processes can be challenging. If you require any support or adjustments to help you put your best foot forward, please reach out to us atjobs@ccc.govt.nz.
Hours of work - 37.5 - 40 hours per week
Position - Permanent, full-time
Location - This position is primarily based at Te Hononga, Christchurch City Council Civic Offices - 53 Hereford Street
Salary - The salary band for this position goes from $105,450 to $117,167 per annum based on a 40 hour week. Starting salaries will be based on knowledge, skills and experience the successful candidate brings to the role, and relativities both, within the immediate team and in the broader organisation for the same or similar roles.
Closing Date - 25/01/2026
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date.
Reference # 41603
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