Description
Summary:
Seeking a senior contaminated land consultant to lead projects, provide remediation advice, mentor staff, and shape environmental services in a values-driven consultancy.
Highlights:
1. Lead diverse contaminated land projects with autonomy and precision
2. Enjoy a senior role offering flexibility and a chance to make an impact
3. Join a company that values integrity and supports professional growth
* Active & diverse role! Lead contaminated land projects in stunning Central Otago
* Enjoy variety—field, office, and client-facing & meaningful work!
* Senior-level role, 5+ years' contaminated land experience essential
Are you ready to step into a senior role where your expertise in contaminated land management can make a meaningful impact? We're working with a well-established and values-driven environmental consultancy looking to expand its high-performing team in Central Otago.
This is a rare opportunity to bring your technical skills, leadership, and client relationship abilities to a role that offers flexibility, autonomy, and the chance to shape the future of the contaminated land services offering.
Role Overview:
As a Senior Contaminated Land Consultant, you will:
* Lead and deliver contaminated land investigations including PSIs, DSIs, RAPs, and SVRs
* Provide remediation advice, risk assessments, and regulatory guidance
* Liaise with local authorities and clients throughout the resource consent process
* Support project delivery in erosion and sediment control, as required
* Mentor junior staff and contribute to team development
* Manage multiple projects with autonomy and precision
What You'll Bring
* Recognised industry accreditation (e.g CEnvP)
* Strong knowledge of NESCS, RMA, and MfE contaminated land guidelines
* Extensive experience in contaminated land investigations and reporting
* Project management experience and a proactive, client-focused mindset
* Leadership skills and a genuine interest in mentoring others
* Practicality, adaptability, and excellent communication skills
Desirable, but not essential
* Experience in erosion and sediment control (ESC)
* Familiarity with large infrastructure or land development projects
Sound like you?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company that values integrity, supports professional growth, and is committed to making a difference in environmental management. If you're seeking a leadership role with purpose, variety, and a supportive team culture, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV and Cover Letter outlining why you would be a great fit.