Head of Environmental Engineering & Consenting

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Head of Environmental Engineering & Consenting to lead our environmental engineering team in Redvale, Auckland. In this strategic leadership role, you will champion innovative environmental solutions whilst overseeing all environmental engineering projects, regulatory consenting processes, and stakeholder engagement. You will drive organisational excellence, ensure compliance with New Zealand environmental legislation, and position our company as a recognised leader in sustainable infrastructure development. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical expertise with decisive leadership capabilities and a genuine passion for delivering transformative environmental outcomes.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead and inspire a talented team of environmental engineers and consenting specialists, cultivating a culture of professional excellence, continuous innovation, and career development.

• Champion strategic initiatives that advance our environmental engineering capabilities and establish best-practice regulatory consenting processes.

• Lead the environmental engineering aspects of landfill and waste disposal operations, ensuring environmental and technical requirements are understood and effectively applied.

• Direct the preparation and submission of resource consent applications, leveraging your knowledge of the New Zealand Resource Management Act (RMA) and local planning requirements.

• Oversee compliance with existing resource consents, ensuring the organisation operates within consent conditions throughout the life of each facility.

• Review and maintain resource consents to ensure they remain fit for purpose and support the organisation’s operational and business needs.

• Provide expert technical leadership on environmental assessments, translating complex data into strategic recommendations and identifying appropriate regulatory pathways.

• Build and nurture collaborative relationships with regulatory agencies, local authorities, and project teams.

• Oversee the delivery of environmental impact assessments (EIA) and environmental management plans.

• Establish and champion quality standards for environmental engineering work and consenting documentation.

• Stay ahead of regulatory changes and ensure the organisation remains compliant with environmental legislation and consent requirements.

• Strategically manage project budgets, timelines, and resource allocation to maximise efficiency and value.

• Mentor and develop team members, supporting their professional growth and career progression.

• Collaborate across departments to integrate environmental considerations into project planning and operational delivery.

• Represent the organisation with regulatory bodies and industry stakeholders, building strong and trusted relationships.