Senior Environmental Officer

Overview

This senior position requires a balanced expertise in environmental science, regulation, and practical application. As a Senior Environmental Officer, you will play a pivotal role in helping Napier City Council meet its environmental commitments in stormwater, wastewater, and drinking water management while contributing to future improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead intricate environmental monitoring, investigation, and compliance activities related to Water Services.
• Deliver expert technical guidance on environmental challenges, including regulatory compliance and consent matters.
• Manage data quality controls, reporting processes, and monitoring systems to ensure reliable and defensible results.
• Oversee enforcement strategies and participate in incident responses for complex or sensitive cases, including on-call rotations.
• Support strategic compliance planning and drive continuous advancements in environmental protocols and processes.
• Foster productive relationships within Council, with regulators, and external parties to promote positive environmental impact.

Candidate Profile

• Possession of a relevant tertiary qualification such as environmental science, engineering, resource management, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in environmental compliance, monitoring, or regulatory positions, confidently managing complex situations.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret environmental data and provide clear, actionable advice.
• Sound decision-making abilities with confidence in managing environmental risks.
• Effective communication skills capable of engaging diverse stakeholders credibly and clearly.
• A team-oriented mindset with the capability to support colleagues and take responsibility for key initiatives.

Benefits and Perks

• Five weeks’ annual leave after two years of service.
• Access to discounted health insurance and eye test subsidies.
• Retail discounts, study assistance, and birthday vouchers.
• Employee Assistance Program support.
• Quarterly values awards and a social club to foster community.
• Annual flu vaccinations provided free of charge.
• Opportunities to engage in Ka Awatea Cultural Wānanga and NCC Kapa Haka groups.
• Te Reo Māori language classes.
• Flexible work arrangements.

Additional Details

This is a permanent full-time role requiring 40 hours each week, Monday to Friday, based in Napier, New Zealand.

The compensation range for this position is between $93,514 and $104,516 annually, inclusive of KiwiSaver contributions, subject to your expertise and experience.

Applicants will be considered as they apply until the position is filled.

Napier City Council is transitioning toward a regional water entity model as part of water management reform, which may affect governance, organizational structure, and reporting lines in the future. Candidates should be adaptable and willing to embrace evolving responsibilities within this dynamic environment.

The Council values diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunities. Support for adjustments during the application or interview process is available if required.

Pre-employment screening including criminal background checks and possibly health and drug/alcohol tests are mandatory.

Employees may be called upon during civil emergencies to support community response efforts.