Environmental and Sustainability Manager

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.
Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure, and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.

Job Description

Benefits

• Structured development pathways and mentoring support
• Flexible working hours plus study and volunteering leave
• Competitive salary in line with experience + Acciona Bonus Incentive Scheme

Join ACCIONA and be part of a team delivering one of New Zealand's most significant transport infrastructure projects. The Northland Corridor Warkworth to Te Hana - Ara Tūhono project will enhance connectivity, improve safety and support regional growth, leaving a lasting legacy for future generations.

About Opportunity
Reporting to the Project Director, the Environment & Sustainability Manager manages delivery of the Environmental Management System and Sustainability Strategy across design and construction. You will set governance, controls and performance reporting, embed requirements into delivery planning and commercial decisions, and direct the people, budgets and systems needed to meet compliance obligations and project commitments. You will manage a team of seven and represent the function to the client, regulators and ACCIONA.

Key accountabilities for the position will be:

• Own project-wide EMS implementation and continual improvement
• Turn sustainability strategy into measurable plans and milestones
• Embed environmental requirements into design, procurement and contracts
• Manage and develop a team of environment and sustainability specialists
• Control monitoring, consultant and sustainability budgets
• Oversee assurance, audits, inspections and management reviews
• Direct incident response, investigation and corrective action

Required Skills and Competencies

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related field
• CEnvP or equivalent professional accreditation
• ISC Accredited Professional status
• Working knowledge of the RMA and Fast-track Approvals Act
• Experience on complex civil infrastructure, PPP preferred

The project will initially be based in Auckland and then move to an office between Warkworth and Wellsford.

Why join us?

At ACCIONA, we offer a dynamic and challenging work environment where our employees can grow and develop their careers. We provide opportunities for professional development, and our team members are encouraged to bring new ideas and approaches to their work. Our company is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusiveness and respect where every employee feels valued and supported.

As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.

Applicants must be a New Zealand Resident/Citizen or hold appropriate work rights to work in New Zealand.