Sarah Thwaites
Kaiwhakarite Whakamaru Taiao | Biosecurity Project Co-Ordinator
Business Services
It's my responsibility to coordinate the biosecurity team to ensure the timely, cost-effective and successful delivery of projects. I'm also responsible for monthly and annual reporting to our key stakeholders, managing and tracking project budgets effectively. I identify and mitigate project risks; playing a key role in health and safety processes. I have extensive experience liaising with various stakeholders including local councils, government agencies, and industry experts.
I currently work across the LINZ biosecurity programme, Molesworth/Rangitahi wilding conifer control programme and the Mid Dome wilding conifer control programme, and have recently delivered work for clients such as Otago Regional Council, Environment Canterbury and Land Information New Zealand.
I am studying towards my Post Graduate Diploma in Biosecurity and Conservation at the University of Auckland.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Arts (English and Classics), University of Canterbury
Certificate in Project Management, University of Canterbury
Affiliations
Member, New Zealand Biosecurity Institute
