24/06/2026
This article on Australia's "untapped engineering workforce" got me thinking about the environmental sector in New Zealand. We often talk about skills shortages, but are we making the best use of the talent we already have? Are there underutilised environmental professionals leaving the industry, or looking for different ways of working?
One of the ideas behind Freelance Enviro is that valuable expertise doesn't disappear just because someone steps away from a traditional full-time role. This is backed by recent research from WSP and Engineers Australia, which highlights the opportunity to better utilise experienced professionals through more flexible career pathways.
As part of the research behind Freelance Enviro, I'd love to hear your perspective. What barriers do you see preventing experienced professionals from staying in the industry?
This article on Australia's "untapped engineering workforce" got me thinking about the environmental sector in New Zealand. We often talk about skills shortages, but are we making the best use of the talent we already have? Are there underutilised environmental professionals leaving the industry, or...
