Environmental Manager - North Island Renewables

Genesis; Tokaanu; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

KiwiSaver match

Flexible working

Wellbeing allowance

Best Doctors access

Job summary

Genesis is seeking an Environmental Manager for North Island Renewables to lead the environmental programme across our North Island assets, driving environmental excellence and compliant operations.

Reporting to the GM - Environment, you will manage consent acquisition and compliance, provide strategic environmental advice, build trusted relationships with mana whenua, regulators and communities, and guide a team of specialists to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Environmental Science or related discipline with proven experience in environmental management.
• Strong knowledge of the Resource Management Act and resource consenting processes.
• Experience building positive relationships with mana whenua, councils, regulators and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership of a team of environmental professionals.
• Experience in the energy sector or complex infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Lead the environmental programme across North Island renewable generation assets to ensure environmental excellence.
• Manage resource consent acquisition and compliance.
• Provide strategic environmental advice to enable sustainable operations.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with mana whenua, regulators and community stakeholders.
• Guide a team of environmental specialists and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Environmental leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science

Job description

At Genesis, we’re always looking ahead - to new possibilities, smarter solutions, and a better energy future for Aotearoa New Zealand. Every role here plays a part in shaping what’s next, whether it’s through cutting-edge technology, bold thinking, or everyday excellence. If you’re driven by progress and inspired by purpose, this is your chance to be part of something remarkable. Step into a career where your actions today help power tomorrow.

What you’ll do:

This is a significant opportunity to shape the environmental future of one of Aotearoa New Zealand's leading renewable energy portfolios. As the Environmental Manager - North Island Renewables, you will lead the environmental programme across our North Island renewable generation assets, ensuring environmental excellence. Reporting to our GM - Environment, you'll manage environmental management programmes, resource consent acquisition and compliance, and provide strategic environmental advice that enables sustainable operations.

This is a highly influential role where you'll build and maintain trusted relationships with mana whenua, regulatory authorities, community stakeholders, environmental groups and resource users. You'll lead a team of environmental specialists, drive continuous improvement across environmental systems and processes, and provide expert guidance on RMA requirements, environmental planning, project delivery and stakeholder engagement.

You'll work across our North Island renewable assets, making a meaningful contribution to sustainable management of natural resources while supporting the country's renewable energy future.

Please note, this role can be based in either Hamilton or Tokaanu, with travel to our sites across the North Island as required.

What you’ll need:

You're an experienced environmental leader who enjoys working with people as much as you do solving complex environmental challenges. You know how to build trusted relationships, navigate competing interests and provide practical advice that supports both compliance and business outcomes.

• A tertiary qualification in Environmental Science, Environmental Management or a related discipline, along with proven experience in a similar environmental management role
• Strong knowledge of the Resource Management Act, resource consenting processes and environmental planning
• Experience working with mana whenua and a proven ability to build positive relationships with councils, regulators and other external stakeholders
• Leadership experience, with the ability to guide and support a team of environmental professionals while managing multiple priorities
• Experience within the energy sector or another complex infrastructure environment, supported by strong project management, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills.

How We’ll Help You Thrive:

At Genesis, we know that every moment matters - it’s not just about the mahi today, it’s also all the other benefits that set you up for a thriving future.

Some of our benefits include:

• Southern Cross medical insurance, plus life, trauma and income protection insurances
• Electricity and gas discounts and an extra 20 Power Shout hours per year
• Up to 4% match on KiwiSaver contributions or 3% with our GenSaver allowance
• Flexible working and leave options to support you to balance personal and professional needs
• Annual wellbeing allowance, access to Best Doctors online service for you and your family and other wellbeing offerings
• Career development opportunities and a supportive learning culture.

Ready to join us?

This is more than just a job - it’s your chance to be part of something meaningful. If you’re curious, capable, and care about creating a better future, don’t wait. Let’s shape what’s next, together. Join us and enjoy all that’s ahead – for your career and New Zealand’s energy future. This could be your moment!

Everyone’s journey is different.

At Genesis, we understand that everyone has unique needs and experiences. We’re committed to creating a recruitment process that is fair, accessible, and inclusive for all. If you require any adjustments or accommodations to participate fully in our hiring process, please don’t hesitate to let us know. We’re here to support you every step of the way.