Environmental Compliance Investigator

Madison Recruitment; Upper Harbour; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8% holiday pay

Albany location

Temporary assignment through Dec 2026

Job summary

Madison Recruitment in Albany (Auckland region) seeks a motivated Compliance Officer to join a specialist team protecting the community and enforcing key legislation. The role is 40 hours per week with standard business hours and a temporary assignment running ASAP through December 2026.

The position involves a mix of office work and field visits, requiring reliability, strong communication, and attention to detail to ensure compliance with environmental and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in environmental or regulatory compliance (local government experience preferred).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, relationship-building and customer service skills.
• Critical thinking and prioritisation abilities.
• Current full NZ driver licence.
• Relevant tertiary qualification (e.g., environmental science, planning, law, compliance) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site visits and inspections.
• Prepare detailed reports, infringement notices and compliance notices.
• Manage a varied workload with accuracy.
• Undertake investigations on complex Resource Management and Building Act breaches.
• Engage with members of the public.
• Follow established procedures and training requirements.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Environmental compliance

Communication skills

Prioritisation

Education

Environmental science

Planning

Law

Compliance

Job description

Madison Recruitment in Albany (Auckland region) seeks a motivated Compliance Officer to join a specialist team protecting the community and enforcing key legislation. The role is 40 hours per week with standard business hours and a temporary assignment running ASAP through December 2026.

The position involves a mix of office work and field visits, requiring reliability, strong communication, and attention to detail to ensure compliance with environmental and regulatory requirements.