Welcome to Sawland Environmental
Experts in the end-to-end delivery of specialist biosecurity and pest management services.
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Sawland Environmental provides highly experienced contracting solutions across the agriculture, biosecurity, conservation, and broader environmental management sectors, helping our clients protect New Zealand's unique natural heritage and vital economic interests.
We deliver expert, end-to-end biosecurity and pest management services, leveraging our extensive field experience and strategic project management capabilities, always with health, safety and environmental responsibility as our compass.
Biosecurity and Pest Management Services
Biosecurity and Pest Management Services
Protecting Unique Biodiversity
Protecting Unique Biodiversity
New Zealand's native species are globally unique, having evolved in isolation without the presence of mammalian predators. Introduced pests, such as mustelids, rodents and possums, are the single biggest threat to native birds, reptiles and threatened plants.
Sawland Environmental's vision is to provide essential pest management services to clients including the Department of Conservation (DOC) to support their mission to protect New Zealand's unique flora and fauna species from these persistent predators.
In years of widespread forest seeding (known as 'mast' events), rodent and mustelid populations can spike, putting iconic and endangered native species at severe risk. Targeted control operations help to manage pest population increases and maintain conditions necessary for native flora and fauna to thrive.
Read more about DOC's National Predator Control Programme here.
Protecting the Rural Economy
Protecting the Rural Economy
Bovine tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease that impacts New Zealand's cattle and deer industries, threatening our valuable beef, dairy, and venison exports. Pest management activities support the national TB eradication strategy by controlling wild animal 'vectors' that spread TB, primarily possums. This targeted management helps to break the disease cycle and move towards a TB-free future for livestock herds in this country.
The ambitious TB Plan, introduced in 2016, aims to achieve:
TB freedom in livestock by 2026.
TB freedom in possums by 2040.
And ultimately, the biological eradication of TB from New Zealand by 2055.
Sawland Environmental's vision is to support the eradication of bovine TB to not only protect individual farms but secure the foundation of New Zealand's rural economy for generations to come.
Read more about TBfree NZ's TB eradication strategy here.
Protecting Landscapes and the Natural Environment
Protecting Landscapes and the Natural Environment
Beyond direct threats to flora and fauna, introduced plant pests (weeds) are silently transforming and degrading New Zealand's unique landscapes and natural environment. Species like wilding conifers and other invasive weeds can:
Suppress the establishment and succession of native plant species, altering entire ecosystems.
Degrade water quality by increasing erosion and affecting catchment health.
Significantly increase fire risk, especially in dry regions.
Negatively impact native bird populations by destroying natural habitat and food sources.
Sawland Environmental's vision is to help control and eradicate pest plants, allowing native ecosystems to recover and flourish, preserving the distinctive beauty and ecological integrity of New Zealand's landscapes.
Read more about the management of plant pests here:
National Wilding Conifer Control Programme
Ministry for Primary Industries - Wilding Conifer control in NZ
Safety, Quality & Environment
Safety, Quality & Environment
A key point of difference and a core driver for Sawland Environmental is performance. Our team reliably and consistently delivers beyond expectation. Our approach is systems-driven, ensuring we focus on the right things, at the right time, striving for perfection on every project.
We embrace 'lean' principles to maximise value for our clients, minimising wasted effort and ensuring highly efficient and cost-effective project delivery. We leverage technology to improve efficiency, and maintain a tight focus on input costs without compromising the unwavering quality that defines our services.
By choosing Sawland Environmental, you are partnering with a team of highly experienced professionals with a strong track record of contributing to a healthier, more resilient, and naturally vibrant New Zealand.
Reliable Expertise
Reliable Expertise
Specialised Services
Specialised Services
Specialist Expertise
Specialist Expertise
The Directors of Sawland Environmental collectively have over four decades of experience in the conservation and wider environmental management fields, including 15 years specialising in the project management and delivery of aerial baiting operations for a range of clients including Department of Conservation and OSPRI New Zealand, as well as various landowners and not-for-profit organisations.
Experienced Delivery
Experienced Delivery
Our expertise spans every stage of project delivery, from meticulous initial planning to successful, safe execution. This comprehensive approach ensures not only effective and efficient pest management, but also adheres strictly to a health and safety first and always mentality, reflecting our commitment to the safety of our people and the communities they serve.
Operational Excellence
Operational Excellence
End-to-End Project Management
End-to-End Project Management
Systematic and holistic project management is the backbone that ensures our biosecurity and pest management services are delivered safely, effectively, and to the highest standards, regardless of complexity or location. It's not just about managing tasks; it's about managing the entire client journey and project lifecycle with precision and a commitment to our core values.
Strategic, Integrated solutions
Strategic, Integrated solutions
Our comprehensive Integrated Management System (IMS) is built upon the principles and requirements of three internationally recognised ISO standards: 9001 (Quality), 14001 (Environmental), and 45001 (Health & Safety) to ensure health and safety, quality, and environmental care are intrinsically linked for superior outcomes on every project.
Flexible Structure, Efficient Delivery
Flexible Structure, Efficient Delivery
Our highly adaptable organisation scales seamlessly for diverse project demands, with multi-skilled personnel expertly managing all aspects from planning to onsite execution. This inter-operable approach ensures resilient, high-quality, and cost-effective project outcomes.
Performance & Innovation
Performance & Innovation
We seamlessly integrate opportunity and risk management into every project stage, constantly adapting to overcome complex challenges. Our commitment to innovation ensures we deliver smarter, more effective solutions and continuous value for our clients.
Advanced Geospatial Analytics
Advanced Geospatial Analytics
Precision and quality are achieved through advanced geospatial analytics. Our strong GIS capability underpins every project stage, from planning to field delivery. We employ an industry-leading analytical approach to monitor performance, ensuring superior control efficacy and consistently achieving the highest standards of accuracy recognised by our clients.
Leadership & People
Leadership & People
Decades of Proven Leadership & Partnership
Decades of Proven Leadership & Partnership
Our leadership team offers over 40 years of combined, proven expertise across biodiversity, conservation, and animal pest management, with experience spanning from personally leading high-value aerial projects to strategic business management and complex contract administration, ensuring meticulous operational insight and trusted partnerships.
Specialists in Diverse New Zealand Environments
Specialists in Diverse New Zealand Environments
Our experienced and highly trained team is equipped for safe and effective operations across all terrains, from dense bush to remote conservation areas, adapting solutions to any challenge or weather condition. Continuous competence development ensures our leading edge.
Applied Ecology
Applied Ecology
Our operations are grounded in a strong understanding of ecological principles and processes, pest biology, and effective management strategies, ensuring our methods are both effective and environmentally sound.
Foundational Values
Foundational Values
Reliability through integrity and trusted relationships
Reliability through integrity and trusted relationships
We hold ourselves accountable to client needs with steadfast integrity and transparent behaviour. Our strong network in the pest control industry, spanning regulators and suppliers, enables us to build stable, long-term partnerships with subcontractors, guaranteeing competitive solutions and consistent quality.
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