Sustainability Manager

GIB® Plasterboard is a household name in New Zealand construction, and a part of Fletcher Building. For almost 100 years, we’ve been proud to help shape New Zealand. Every day, passionate and dedicated people come together as an industry to help build healthy, sustainable homes, creating a better future for all New Zealanders. Our quality and reliable products, along with our unparalleled service and support are what set us apart. When you start with us, you will learn that we are all brought together by the passion we have for putting the customer at the heart of everything we do. About The Role This is a true lead and delivery role where you’ll balance strategy, stakeholder engagement and operational execution. Reporting to the Technical & Development Manager, you'll lead Winstone Wallboards' sustainability and circular economy agenda, driving initiatives that deliver real environmental and commercial outcomes. From building a plasterboard takeback scheme to influencing industry stakeholders and supporting Fletcher Building's climate commitments, this is a role where you'll make a visible impact. Key Responsibilities Leading the development and delivery of a North Island plasterboard takeback and product stewardship scheme. Building and managing strong relationships with councils, government agencies, industry partners, customers, merchants and waste recovery operators. Driving sustainability strategy and translating it into practical, measurable business outcomes. Providing reporting and insights to Winstone Wallboards Senior Leadership Team as well as supporting Fletcher Building reporting requirements and broader decarbonisation objectives. Identifying commercial opportunities through circular economy, resource recovery and waste reduction programmes. Managing sustainability certifications, audits, reporting frameworks and environmental performance metrics. About You We’re looking for a capable and influential sustainability professional who can work comfortably across boardrooms, manufacturing environments and external stakeholder groups. You’ll bring: Relevant tertiary qualification e.g. environmental science, or engineering with a minimum 5 years’ experience in a sustainability role, ideally with exposure to building products or construction industry. Proven experience delivering complex, multi‑stakeholder programmes from concept through to implementation. Experience engaging with councils, government agencies, regulators and industry partners. Knowledge of New Zealand sustainability, climate and waste minimisation frameworks. Familiarity with environmental certifications, audits and regulatory requirements. A practical, highly organised, delivery‑focused approach with excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Strong commercial acumen, including business case development, funding models and financial accountability. Benefits This is a great opportunity to work with passionate people, engage with influential stakeholders, and help create practical solutions that support circular economy outcomes and sustainable growth. At Winstone Wallboards, we’re committed to supporting our people and offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary. An Employee Education Fund for you and your dependents. Training and development opportunities within Fletcher Building. Generous Parental Leave. Employee Welfare Fund and wellbeing initiatives. KiwiSaver contributions matched to 4% of base salary. Retail discounts and more. Studies indicate that some females and minority groups may hesitate to apply unless they meet all the criteria. If this role interests you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement. Our teams thrive on diversity, embracing various nationalities, languages, religions, customs, and lifestyles. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together. #J-18808-Ljbffr