Gary Scholfield

Gary Scholfield is a seasoned professional in environmental planning with extensive experience in resource management and policy. Currently serving as a Senior Environmental Planner at Powerco since January 2020, Gary manages submissions related to district and regional plans and secures RMA consents for network projects. Previously, Gary held roles such as Environmental Planner at Tauranga City Council and Planning Team Leader at Thomas Consultants Ltd, contributing valuable property and development-related insights and establishing the company’s Tauranga office. Gary's background includes significant positions at Powerco, where responsibilities encompassed acquiring property rights and approvals for network developments, alongside previous experience in hydropower projects and advisory roles at the Ministry for the Environment. Gary holds a Bachelor of Resource and Environmental Planning from Massey University, completed in 1998.