Environmental engineer Jobs

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An Environmental Engineer in New Zealand is responsible for assessing and mitigating the environmental impact of projects by designing solutions to manage waste, air, water, and land pollution, including conducting site assessments, preparing environmental reports, advising on pollution treatment methods, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, often working on construction, infrastructure, farming, and engineering projects across various industries while collaborating with other engineers, consultants, and government agencies to minimise environmental harm. 

Key responsibilities may include:

• Environmental Impact Assessments:
• Conducting environmental assessments to identify potential impacts of proposed projects on air, water, land, and noise levels, including preparing reports and recommendations for mitigation strategies. 
• Waste Management Design:
• Designing and implementing waste management systems, including waste collection, treatment, and disposal plans, to minimize environmental impact. 
• Pollution Control:
• Analyzing and monitoring pollution levels in air, water, and soil, identifying sources of contamination, and recommending appropriate pollution control measures. 
• Resource Consent Applications:
• Preparing environmental assessments and technical reports to support resource consent applications for projects requiring environmental approvals. 
• Site Monitoring and Sampling:
• Conducting site visits to collect environmental samples (air, water, soil) for laboratory analysis and monitoring compliance with environmental standards. 
• Project Management:
• Managing environmental aspects of projects, including budget, timelines, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring environmentally responsible practices are implemented throughout the project lifecycle. 
• Compliance Auditing:
• Conducting environmental compliance audits to identify potential non-compliance issues and recommend corrective actions. 
• Technical Expertise:
• Staying updated on relevant environmental regulations, engineering technologies, and best practices for environmental protection. 

Required skills and qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering with an environmental focus, or a related field. 
• Strong understanding of environmental regulations and legislation in New Zealand 
• Proficiency in environmental monitoring and sampling techniques 
• Technical skills in environmental modeling and data analysis 
• Excellent communication and report writing abilities to convey complex environmental information to stakeholders 
• Project management skills to manage environmental aspects of projects