Lead Auditor – Toitū Enviromark

Role Overview

Join Toitū as a Lead Auditor, spearheading our Toitū Enviromark® audit program focused on assessing environmental impact. This role offers a dynamic exposure to diverse clients from industries including financial services, manufacturing, agriculture, and food & beverage. You will receive support from an experienced team and have the chance to mentor others while driving meaningful sustainability outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver comprehensive audits aligned with ISO 14001 Environmental Management standards.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships across multiple sectors to support environmental excellence.
• Mentor and guide team members as well as manage audit schedules and priorities effectively.
• Apply critical thinking and professional judgment when conducting audits and reporting findings.
• Travel regularly within Auckland and occasionally across New Zealand to perform audits on site.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of two years’ practical experience working with ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems.
• Proven track record in conducting ISO 14001 audits across various industries.
• Relevant ISO 14001 qualifications are preferred.
• Strong customer service skills and stakeholder engagement capability balanced with objectivity and professional skepticism.
• Ability to manage competing demands and remain effective in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated fitness and propriety for the role.
• Current full New Zealand driver’s license.

Desirable Attributes

• Experience across multiple industries in environmental auditing and management.
• Coaching or mentoring experience for other auditors.
• A solutions-driven mindset towards environmental challenges.
• Ability to quickly establish credibility and communicate confidently with stakeholders at all levels.
• A strong commitment to enhancing organizational environmental performance.

About Toitū

At Toitū, you'll collaborate with top scientists and sustainability professionals to address New Zealand’s critical environmental issues. You'll contribute to trusted certification and advisory projects that influence business and government sectors, while enjoying a flexible work environment that promotes personal growth and meaningful impact.

Additional Information

This position is based in Auckland, requiring regular local travel and occasional national travel. Applicants must reside in New Zealand with legal work rights. Applications close at 5 PM on Sunday, 2 August 2026.