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May 24 - 2016
KAIPARA LIFESTYLER
Where It’s Easy to Live Road Works May 2016
PUBLIC NOTICE – Broadspectrum NZ Ltd, Kaipara Branch is continuing their full network round of glyphosate roadside vegetation spraying. The spraying contractor of Broadspectrum NZ Ltd is performing vegetation growth control and roadside spraying alongside sealed and unsealed roads in the Kaipara District. Please refer to programme below for location of spraying which is subject to weather conditions Drivers are advised to take extra care where work is being carried out on roads, regardless of whether there is a special speed restriction. Routine works planned on Council roads throughout the whole district during May include pothole repairs both on unsealed and sealed roadways as they are identified and the clearing of culvert inlets and outlets. Maintenance patrols have been replacing many reflectorised edge marker pegs and this will continue as well as replacements and repairs to road signs. Area specific works planned during May include:
THINKING ABOUT BUILDING? THINK CONSENTS If you’re planning a building project – alterations, or even removals or demolition, you’re probably going to need a building consent. Our building team are discovering too many people are doing work without consents.
If you don’t know, find out – give us a call on 0800 727 059. According to the Building Act 2004, no-one can build, alter, demolish or remove a building without consent.
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Minor bridge repairs throughout the District
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Wet, Roll and Grade round in both Northern and Southern Areas on high priority roads (ongoing)
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Water table restoration – Golden Stairs, Mititai, Redhill and Curnow Roads
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Culvert replacements – Millbrook, Metcalfe and Redhill Roads
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Metal blend trial – Bickerstaff, Golden Stairs, Beebush and Arapohue Roads
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Unsealed road strengthening – Waihue and Redhill Roads
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Maintenance grading throughout the district when conditions are suitable
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Unsealed potholing throughout the district (ongoing)
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Annual painting round (ongoing)
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Targeted noxious weed spraying – Paparoa Oakleigh and Golden Stairs Roads
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Mechanised tree pruning throughout the southern half of the District
If you think your alterations are too minor for a consent – call and find out first. Otherwise, it might cost more than you bargained for.
Proposed Temporary Road Closure 15 – 19 Onslow Street, Dargaville
We could experience some delays with work programmed during the month of May if weather restricts plant movements and progress, but work will still go ahead. Thank you for your cooperation as these projects to improve travel on your roads are being completed. Please feel free to contact the Council’s Customer Service Representatives on 0800 727 059 for more information.
Matakohe road improvements New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) is planning to straighten SH12 through Matakohe to create a safer and more direct connection.
Pursuant to the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965, the Kaipara District Council hereby gives notice that Kumarani Productions Ltd has made an application to have this road temporarily closed on the day and at the time below for the Spirit of Matariki event. Date: 12 June 2016, 10:00am – 9:00pm Any objections to this proposal should be in the hands of the Kaipara District Council before 4.00.p.m. on Friday 27 May 2016
Situations Vacant
This part of the highway has tight corners and one-way bridges, which are a safety risk and cause delays for commercial freight vehicles. Improvements are likely to include realignment of this section, with new two-lane bridges and intersections to improve safety and access.
Kaipara District Council is offering three opportunities for roles which offer lifestyles second to none. Two are based in Mangawhai which provides a wonderful coastal lifestyle and is only 90 minutes' drive from Auckland and 45 minutes from Whangarei. One role is based in Dargaville, which presents a wonderful rural and coastal lifestyle, affordable housing and only 45 minutes' drive from Whangarei and two hours from Auckland. Under the leadership of professional Commissioners and the Chief Executive, the Council is committed to attracting high-quality people to lift its performance to one of the best in New Zealand local government.
NZTA will be seeking community feedback in May-June to consider:
Customer Service Representative Mangawhai
• What will happen with the current road once the realignment is complete • Where local roads access the realigned state highway • What the new intersections will look like • How to enhance the environment, including stormwater treatment and landscaping.
Reference: 2811422
You can contact NZTA with questions or comments at connecting-northland@nzta.govt.nz, or visit www.nzta.govt.nz.
The Kaipara District Council has an opportunity for a full time Customer Service Representative to join the Customer Services team and be based in our Mangawhai Office. We are looking for someone to join our professional frontline customer communication service with a customer first approach for all communication channels including face to face, telephone, email, fax, internet and emerging channels. Our frontline customer service staff are fundamental to achieving a positive relationship with all of our customers. To be successful in this role you will need: • Three to five years' experience in a customer service/contact centre environment • A commitment to teamwork, a professional customer first attitude and ability to deliver value added interactions • Technology savvy with the ability to learn both customer facing online systems and back-end administration systems • Interpersonal skills and experience in dealing with a wide range of people with the ability to handle challenging customers • Verbal and Written communication skills, accurate and timely with the ability to type and talk • An ability to maintain confidentiality and political neutrality
CONSULTATION
WASTEWATER DRAINAGE POLICY AND BY-LAW AMENDMENTS We’re consulting on proposed Wastewater Drainage policy and by-law amendments.
Applications Close: 31 May 2016
Building Control Officer
Submissions are open now Close 1 June 2016
Mangawhai Reference: 2780333
Changes proposed:
Due to regional growth Kaipara District Council has a new opportunity for a Building Control Officer to join our Regulatory Building Team based in Mangawhai. We are looking for someone to support the processing and assessment of the majority of our residential developments in Kaipara.
• A Warrant of Fitness system for private on-site wastewater disposal systems • Inspection and maintenance required for all systems by a qualified person
The ideal candidate will have a Tertiary Diploma or Trade Certificate related to the building industry, communication and IT skills, an eye for detail, enthusiasm for ongoing professional development and the ability to provide excellent customer service through teamwork.
• Inspection and maintenance reports supplied to the Council • The Council able to require connection to a public wastewater systems in some cases, or to fix identified issues.
It would be ideal for the person to have five years in the building industry. Previous building inspections or consent processing would be an advantage along with familiarity with a regulatory environment and providing service to customers. Kaipara District Council will offer a competitive salary, ongoing professional development, a supportive work environment and a commitment to high performance.
Submissions on line at www.kaipara.govt.nz Statement of Proposal, summary and other documents available on line, or at the Council’s offices: 42 Hokianga Rd, Dargaville Unit 6, The Hub, 6 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai. Or email council@kaipara.govt.nz
BUILDING CONSENT APPLICATIONS
Applications Close: 27 May 2016
Administration Assistant Dargaville Reference: 2796344 Kaipara District Council seeks an experienced Administration Assistant based in Dargaville. This is an interesting and varied position in which the main focus is to help produce Council documents, provide personal assistance to part of Council's Executive Team and aid in the administration of Council property. The role would suit a person who has had previous experience as a personal assistant or in general office administration. To be successful in the role you will need:
You can lodge your building consent applications through our website. We’re about making it easy and through our online portal, you can not just lodge your application, but view the status of it and apply for everything building-related, right through to Code Compliance Certificate.
• Experience and commitment to superior customer service • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Advance word skills • To demonstrate attention to detail • To maintain strict confidentially
No more printed copies and a time-saver as well!
The Kaipara District Council offers competitive remuneration, a supportive work environment and a commitment to high performance and customer satisfaction.
Go to www.kaipara.govt.nz , Quick Links, and click on ‘Lodge a Building Consent. Easy.
Applications Close: 24 May 2016
To apply for these roles go to http://kaiparadc.recruitmenthub.co.nz and enter the reference code.
council@kaipara.govt.nz
0800 727 059
www.kaipara.govt.nz