• Use your regulatory background in a new context

  • Engage with industry to educate and gain compliance

  • Permanent role based in Wellington

 

Mō te tūnga | About the role

Are you passionate about ensuring regulatory standards are met and exceeded? Do you thrive in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment where your expertise in compliance can make a real difference?

 

Due to recent turnover, we are looking for a Senior Compliance Advisor to play a key role in shaping and delivering New Zealand’s energy efficiency compliance framework. This is your opportunity to work with a high-performing, collaborative team committed to regulatory best practice under the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act 2000.

 

You’ll lead continuous improvement initiatives, oversee risk-based compliance programmes, and engage directly with industry to ensure appliances, equipment, and vehicles meet mandatory energy performance and labelling requirements across New Zealand and Australia.

 

EECA’s compliance monitoring programme includes both office-based and some inspection activity around New Zealand.

 

 

He kōrero mōu | Skills and Experience

You’ll bring a proactive, solutions-focused mindset and a deep understanding of compliance and regulation. In addition, you will bring:

  • Solid experience in regulatory compliance and enforcement, preferably within a technical or environmental context
  • Strong relationship management and negotiation skills across a range of stakeholders
  • Familiarity with contract management, procurement, and project coordination

  • Excellent organisational and analytical skills

  • The ability to understand and interpret technical information related to energy performance

  • A genuine interest in regulatory systems and compliance innovation

 

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou  | What we offer

An important opportunity to join a government agency with a strong focus on delivery, to do meaningful work with motivated people that has a tangible impact on the lives of New Zealanders. 

  • Free medical insurance through Southern Cross
  • Access to a well-utilised social club
  • An excellent working environment – with a dynamic work culture.

 

Mō mātou | About us

EECA’s mission is to mobilise New Zealanders to be world leaders in clean and clever energy use. We are Te Tari Tiaki Pūngao – Guardian of the energy. This means we have a responsibility to ensure that all of New Zealand recognises that the energy we save now will be an asset to our future, in a multitude of ways. Our desired outcome is a sustainable energy system that supports the prosperity and well-being of current and future generations.

In order to get there, key strategic objectives are:

  • Energy efficiency first
  • Empower energy users
  • Accelerate renewable energy

You can read more about what who we are at Who we are - About EECA | EECA(external link)

 

Tono ināianei | Apply now

All applications must be sent by email, and include a CV and Cover Letter to Caishar Haribhai-Thompson at careers@eeca.govt.nz. Applications Close: 11.59pm on Tuesday 22 July 2025.

Please note: We will be reviewing applications after the closing date and will be in touch as early as possible about status of your application.

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