Resource Consenting Specialist

Genesis Energy; Hamilton; Remote; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & life insurance

Energy discounts

KiwiSaver match

Flexible working

Wellbeing allowance

Career development

Job summary

Genesis Energy seeks a Resource Consenting Specialist to lead and manage consent processes for existing and proposed generation assets, including renewables across solar, wind and emerging tech. You’ll provide RMA guidance, evaluate environmental effects, and work with multidisciplinary teams to progress projects and support NZ’s energy future.

You will build strong relationships with mana whenua, regulatory bodies and communities, coordinating external consultants and ensuring high-quality

Qualifications

• Experience in resource consenting, planning or RMA-related work.
• Strong knowledge of resource management legislation and planning processes.
• Ability to coordinate complex environmental projects and manage external consultants.
• Excellent communication and relationship management across diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead resource consenting activities for existing and proposed generation assets through consent lifecycle.
• Provide specialist advice on RMA requirements based on technical data and environmental effects.
• Collaborate with project, engineering and environmental teams to navigate consenting challenges.
• Build and maintain relationships with mana whenua, authorities, communities and stakeholders.
• Manage external consultants and ensure high-quality environmental assessments and planning advice.

Skills

Resource consenting experience

RMA knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Project coordination

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in environmental/resource management

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:

With New Zealand's energy sector undergoing significant change, there's an opportunity to help shape the future of electricity generation. As our Resource Consenting Specialist you'll play a key role in securing and managing resource consents for Genesis Energy's existing and proposed generation assets, including renewable energy developments across solar, wind and emerging technologies. You'll work alongside experienced environmental, engineering and development specialists, providing the consenting expertise needed to progress projects and support our energy future.

Reporting to our Environmental Planning and Projects Manager, you'll:

• Lead resource consenting activities for existing and proposed generation assets, through the consent preparation, application, and implementation lifecycle.
• Provide specialist advice on Resource Management Act (RMA) requirements , assessing technical information, environmental effects and consenting implications.
• Work closely with project, engineering and environmental teams to navigate consenting challenges and support new renewable energy developments.
• Build and maintain constructive relationships with mana whenua, regulatory authorities, local communities and other key stakeholders.
• Manage external consultants and technical specialists , ensuring high-quality environmental assessments, planning advice and consenting outcomes.

Please note: While this role is internally titled Senior Environmental Advisor, we've adjusted the advertised title to better reflect the expertise and experience it requires. The role is ideally based in our Hamilton office, with occasional travel required, and we're open to discussing flexible working arrangements.

What you’ll bring:

You’ll be an experienced resource consenting or environmental planning professional who enjoys working through complex challenges and finding practical solutions. You'll bring strong technical expertise, sound judgement and the ability to work collaboratively with people from different disciplines and backgrounds. Whether your background is in consulting, local or central government, or industry, we’re interested in the experience and perspective you could bring.

• A relevant tertiary qualification in environmental or resource management, planning, environmental science or a related field.
• Significant experience in resource consenting, planning or RMA-related work , ideally five years or more.
• Strong knowledge of resource management legislation , including regional and district planning processes and statutory requirements.
• Experience coordinating complex consenting or environmental projects , ideally large infrastructure projects, including managing technical inputs and external consultants.
• Strong communication, relationship management and influencing skills , with the confidence to engage with a wide range of stakeholders.

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.