PJ Thomas
One Tree Hill,AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND
Summary
Sustainability leader with a proven track record in the construction and asset management sectors, working collaboratively across multiple functions of those organizations. I have an exceptional understanding of environmental and climate issues, processes, and dynamics, and how this interacts with commercial activities. I am passionate about working with teams to create positive environmental change within organizations, and realizing both the environmental and commercial value of that change. I love working with the variety of people I do on a daily basis
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
Next Green Ltd
, Auckland
07.2023 - Current
- Co-founder of an agency specialising in ESG and planning recruitment.
National Sustainability Lead
HEB Construction (VINCI Construction International)
Auckland, New Zealand
04.2019 - Current
- Responsible for the development of sustainability strategy and plans.
- Preparation and provision of annual ESG metrics to the VINCI Group in accordance with CSRD requirements.
- Responsible for the development of scope 1, 2, and 3 reporting systems within HEB, working across Finance, IT, Plant, and our suppliers.
- Collaborated with the plant to transition 25% of our light fleet to LEV, and develop procurement standards for heavy plant and machinery.
- Part of a team that has achieved a 27% reduction in carbon intensity of operations between FY19 and FY24.
- Collaborated with the plant to increase the digitization of the plant and fleet (GPS for heavy plant and fleet, idling management, geofencing).
- Responsible for the RFT process and commercial sign-off for electricity and waste service supplier contracts, and subsequent account management.
- Responsible for the successful implementation and resourcing of infrastructure sustainability rating frameworks on projects – notably the IS rating process through the Infrastructure Sustainability Council (ISC).
- Responsible for educating the wider business on sustainability through e-learning tool development.
- With other team members, help organize Environmental Week campaigns and annual sustainability awards.
- HEB’s sustainability lead on industry working groups: Waka Kotahi Sustainability Working Group (2020 – 2023); Civil Contractors NZ (CCNZ) Sustainability Leadership Group (2020 – current); Watercare's drought response for the construction working group (2019-2021)
Northern Environmental Manager
HEB Construction (VINCI Construction International)
Auckland, New Zealand
12.2017 - 04.2019
- Management of environmental aspects for all HEB Construction projects (civil and structural), and maintenance contracts in the greater Auckland region.
- Development of sustainability initiatives within the business.
- Environmental assessments and pricing for all major tenders.
- Environment and sustainability lead on the VINCI JV Central Interceptor bid team (April 2018 – September 2018).
Director
Thomas Planning and Environmental
Auckland, New Zealand
10.2017 - 12.2017
- Preparation of resource consent applications for civil and residential developments.
- Preparation of Erosion and Sediment Control Plans, and Environmental Management Plans for civil projects and forestry works.
Environmental Specialist - New Zealand
BROADSPECTRUM (NZ) LTD (FORMERLY TRANSFIELD SERVICES NEW ZEALAND)
Auckland, New Zealand
01.2013 - 07.2017
- Provision of specialist RMA 1991 and planning advice, in conjunction with operational environmental management advice, across all regions and respective sectors of New Zealand operations, specifically: Electrical Services, Telecommunications, Transport, Construction, and Facilities Management.
- Direct point of contact on environmental issues for regulatory authorities, clients, and other stakeholders.
- Development of internal Environmental Management Systems and documentation for the New Zealand and Australian businesses.
- Advice and input to commercial managers and tender teams for bid submissions.
- Auditing of Environmental Management Systems to ensure compliance with AS/NZ ISO 14001:2015.
Environmental Advisor
Transfield Services New Zealand
Auckland, New Zealand
01.2011 - 01.2013
Environmental Officer
Transfield Services New Zealand
Auckland, New Zealand
02.2008 - 04.2010
Education
Climate-related Disclosures
Climate Related Disclosure Board
02-2024
Foundation And Practitioner
PRINCE2
01-2021
Certificate - Business Sustainability Management
University of Cambridge
01-2020
Infrastructure Sustainability Accredited Professional (ISAP) -
Infrastructure Sustainability Council
11-2016
Post Graduate Diploma - Environmental Management
University of Auckland
Auckland, NZ05-2008
Bachelor of Science - Geography
University of Auckland
Auckland, NZ05-2002
Bursary -
Auckland Boys Grammar School
01-1999
Skills
- Sustainability strategy
- Emissions reduction
- Project management
- ESG reporting
- Analytical thinking
- Process improvement
- Change management
- Risk assessment
- Legal and regulatory compliance
- Market analysis
- Creativity and innovation
- Team collaboration
- Talent acquisition
Affiliations
- Auckland Hockey Team 2000-2001
- Auckland Aces Cricket Squad 2003-2007
- Golfer
- Passionate Fly-fisherman
Timeline
Director
Next Green Ltd
07.2023 - Current
National Sustainability Lead
HEB Construction (VINCI Construction International)
04.2019 - Current
Northern Environmental Manager
HEB Construction (VINCI Construction International)
12.2017 - 04.2019
Director
Thomas Planning and Environmental
10.2017 - 12.2017
Environmental Specialist - New Zealand
BROADSPECTRUM (NZ) LTD (FORMERLY TRANSFIELD SERVICES NEW ZEALAND)
01.2013 - 07.2017
Environmental Advisor
Transfield Services New Zealand
01.2011 - 01.2013
Environmental Officer
Transfield Services New Zealand
02.2008 - 04.2010
Climate-related Disclosures
Climate Related Disclosure Board
Foundation And Practitioner
PRINCE2
Certificate - Business Sustainability Management
University of Cambridge
Infrastructure Sustainability Accredited Professional (ISAP) -
Infrastructure Sustainability Council
Post Graduate Diploma - Environmental Management
University of Auckland
Bachelor of Science - Geography
University of Auckland
Bursary -
Auckland Boys Grammar School
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