Environmental Planner

Greymouth Petroleum; New Plymouth; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Greymouth Petroleum seeks an Environmental Planner to support its operations in New Plymouth. The role involves managing resource consents, ensuring environmental compliance, and engaging with local councils. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Resource & Environmental Planning and substantial experience in planning/resource management.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Hands-on project experience

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Around 5 years’ experience in planning/resource management.
• Solid grasp of the Resource Management Act (RMA).
• Experience drafting environmental documents.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain portfolio of resource consents.
• Lead preparation of resource consent applications.
• Ensure environmental compliance across sites.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Degree in Resource & Environmental Planning

Job description

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Environmental Planner – Shape the Future of Energy in NZ

Join the high-performing team at Greymouth Petroleum, the leading New Zealand-owned oil and gas production company with a development portfolio in the Taranaki Basin.

We’re looking for a motivated Environmental Planner to support our operations from our Bell Block office. If you’re passionate about the environment, resource management, and making a real-world impact, this is your chance to work at the heart of New Zealand’s energy sector.

As part of our Consenting and Environmental Compliance team, you'll play a key role in navigating the Resource Management Act (RMA), preparing resource consents, and building strong relationships with councils, iwi/hapū, and local stakeholders.

What You’ll Do:

Manage and maintain our portfolio of resource consents.

Lead the preparation of resource consent applications.

Keep us ahead of changes in legislation and draft company submissions.

Build and maintain strong relationships with councils and regulatory bodies.

Support iwi and stakeholder engagement under the RMA.

Ensure environmental compliance across our sites.

Provide strategic input into environmental planning and risk management.

What We’re Looking For:

A degree in Resource & Environmental Planning (or similar).

Around 5 years’ experience in planning/resource management.

A solid grasp of the RMA and national environmental standards.

Excellent attention to detail, with great organisational skills.

Confident communicator with strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

Experience drafting environmental documents and reviewing legislation.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a supportive, down-to-earth team.

Gain hands-on experience with real projects that matter.

Contribute to the future of responsible energy in NZ.

Grow your career with opportunities to take on responsibility and make your mark.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now at www.seek.co.nz and click "Apply". For more information, contact our HR team at [phone] .

Applications close Friday 4 July 2025.

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