Sustainability and Quality Manager #1167880 – Manukau, Auckland
- Lead environmental initiatives, carbon reduction and sustainability projects
- Join a respected NZ-owned group with nationwide impact
- Influence leaders and coach teams across diverse operations
South Auckland base, flexible hours, car parking provided. Lead sustainability and quality initiatives across a diverse national group, driving environmental performance and continuous improvement.
Work Visa required: All applicants will be required to provide proof of their eligibility to work in New Zealand.
Are you passionate about driving sustainability and environmental performance across complex operations? This senior role offers the opportunity to shape group-wide sustainability strategy, strengthen environmental outcomes and uplift quality systems across multiple business units operating nationally.
Our client is a respected, New Zealand-owned organisation with a diverse portfolio in essential services and trades. They are seeking an experienced Sustainability & Quality Manager to join their Group HSEQ team.
About the role
In this senior position, you’ll lead environmental and sustainability initiatives, strengthen ESG maturity and support the ongoing development of group-wide quality frameworks. Reporting to the General Manager HSEQ, you’ll work closely with senior leaders, HSEQ specialists and operational teams to embed sustainable and resilient practices across the business.
Key focus areas include:
- Leading the development and implementation of sustainability strategy and action plans
- Driving environmental compliance, carbon reduction, waste minimisation and resource efficiency
- Supporting ISO certifications (including ISO14001, ISO9001 and ISO45001)
- Leading group sustainability reporting and enhancing future reporting maturity
- Coaching and influencing leaders across multiple business units
- Supporting quality system improvements and broader HSEQ initiatives
- Providing guidance to an HSEQ Coordinator who reports into this role
About You
You’ll bring strong environmental and sustainability expertise, alongside the confidence to work across varied operational environments and engage effectively with senior leaders and frontline teams.
You will ideally have:
- A Degree in Environmental Science or Environmental Management
- Lead Auditor certification in ISO9001, ISO14001 and/or ISO45001
- Proven experience in sustainability, environmental management or ESG
- Experience working with the Toitū process
- Strong understanding of carbon accounting and emissions reporting
- Excellent communication and coaching skills
- A background in health and safety (desirable)
- Experience in utilities, infrastructure or trades environments (advantageous)
- Able to travel when required
Why This Role?
- Senior role with genuine influence and visibility
- Opportunity to lift sustainability maturity during an exciting phase of growth
- Collaborative Group HSEQ team with strong leadership support
- Flexibility around location for the right candidate
- Professional development encouraged and supported
How to Apply
If you meet the above criteria, we welcome your application including your CV and cover letter. If you have any questions, please call Amanda on 021 0818 7342 quoting reference #1167880.
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