West Coast Regional Council
Steven May currently holds the position of Manager Consents and Acting Group Manager Regulatory and Policy at West Coast Regional Council, a role commenced in May 2024. Previously, Steven served as Manager Regulatory Services at Masterton District Council from October 2021 to January 2024, overseeing various units including Animal Control and Environmental Health. Noteworthy leadership roles include serving as Interim CEO and later CEO at Wairoa District Council, where Steven managed a significant operational budget and led organizational improvements. Additional experience spans roles at Christchurch City Council, Grey District Council, Waitaki District Council, Waikato District Council, and NZ Immigration, along with a career in the New Zealand Police. Steven holds multiple qualifications in emergency services management, applied management, and regulatory compliance, demonstrating a strong educational background complementing a diverse professional trajectory.
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West Coast Regional Council
The West Coast Regional Council helps West Coast communities, businesses, industries and other groups in the region to live and work with our natural resources. Our work guides and supports the sustainable development of the West Coast through the management of air, land, water and coastal resources. We also co-ordinate Civil Defence, transport and economic development and are committed to creating a community that encourages discussion, self-expression and mirrors the values and mission of the West Coast Regional Council including being responsible, effective and respectful.