Our people drive success for Marlborough, across a diverse range of our region’s signature industries including fishing, marine farming, domestic and international tourism including cruise, Cook Strait ferries, forestry export, and recreational boating. Our team is made up of a wide range of specialist personnel who are proud to call Marlborough home.
Upcoming employment opportunities at Port Marlborough are displayed below:
Port Marlborough has two new roles available: Environmental Lead (Fixed Term till late 2029 - Waitohi Picton Ferry Development) and Environmental Advisor (Permanent BAU/Operations).
Environmental Lead (Fixed Term) — Waitohi Ferry Development Project This is a hands-on, high-impact role supporting the delivery of a nationally significant infrastructure project. You’ll work closely with contractors and project teams to ensure environmental compliance, manage complex resource consents, and oversee construction environmental management. We’re looking for an experienced professional who can hit the ground running. Your key responsibilities include: • Support implementation of Port Marlborough’s Environmental Management System and Sustainability Strategy within the Waitohi Ferry Development Project. • Manage environmental compliance, monitoring, and reporting across the site. • Maintain constructive relationships with contractors, stakeholders, iwi, and regulators. • Contribute to a culture of continuous environmental improvement across the project.
Environmental Advisor — BAU/Operations This position focuses on reducing operational impacts and embedding sustainability across Port Marlborough’s daily activities. You’ll support the development and implementation of environmental initiatives across our operations, with a focus on sustainability data and long-term planning. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a strategic, varied environment. There’s room to grow here – we’re open to candidates with a solid foundation and a desire to develop further, as well as experienced, seasoned performers. Your key responsibilities include: • Support implementation of the Environmental Management System and Sustainability Strategy. • Monitor compliance with resource consents and operational environmental policies. • Collect, analyse, and report environmental data. • Maintain positive relationships across staff, stakeholders, iwi, and the wider community.
Further detail is provided via the link below. If either position is of interest to you, we encourage you to apply through Intepeople using the link below.
