Paul Hulse currently serves as the General Manager - Integrated Catchment Management at Environment Southland, overseeing operational delivery in biodiversity, biosecurity, land management, river management, consents, compliance, and the Harbour Master Office functions since June 2021. Prior experience includes roles at Environment Canterbury, where Paul held the positions of Zone Delivery Manager and Zone Manager, focusing on the Canterbury Water Management Strategy and resource management compliance. At Christchurch City Council, Paul progressed through several management roles related to social housing and community facilities, leading initiatives for strategic partnerships, stakeholder relationships, and disaster recovery efforts following significant earthquakes. Paul's early career includes experience as Tenancy Relations Team Leader at Wigan & Leigh Housing Company. Paul earned a BA (HONS) in Fine Art from Leeds Beckett University.