Senior Health and Safety Advisor #1468843 – Ilam, Christchurch
- Work across diverse business units
- Drive change through coaching, engagement and partnership
- Range of additional benefits offered
Work across diverse business units and build local ownership of Health and Safety through coaching.
Work Visa required:
All applicants will be required to provide proof of their eligibility to work in New Zealand.
About the company
This large organisation has a broad and diverse operational footprint. With a diverse community and people-first culture, it is a place that fosters critical thinking, solves real-world problem and bold ideas meet long-term purpose.
About the role
Working within a small team and reporting to the Director of Health and Safety, you will operationalise strategy by providing trusted advice, coaching and practical support to business units.
Partner closely with and leaders to embed effective risk management and build local ownership of health and safety. It is heavily engagement-focused, supporting culture change through influence rather than enforcement.
The position balances reporting, committee involvement and on-the-ground safety conversations in complex environments.
Duties
- Partner with 1–2 business units to embed HS strategy.
- Coach and influence senior leaders to own implementation.
- Conduct safety walks across operational areas.
- Support investigations, risk frameworks and continuous improvement initiatives.
Skills and experience
You will be an experienced Health and Safety professional with strong foundational knowledge. Broad industry exposure is valuable, ideally including hazardous substances and laboratory or technical environments. You will work confidently alongside senior leaders, supported by excellent communication and influencing skills. Adaptability and the ability to coach leaders through change are critical to success.
- Level 6+ relevant tertiary qualification essential
- Strong communication, influencing and stakeholder engagement skills
- Able to work collaboratively and coach senior leaders to own implementation
- Registration with a relevant professional body is preferred.
Benefits
- 6 weeks annual leave
- Multiple discount partners
- Additional saving scheme
- Professional development funding available
How to apply
If you meet the above criteria, we welcome your application including your CV and cover letter. Apply here. If you have any questions, please call Kelly on 021 0805 9717 quoting reference #1468843.
There are no visa/sponsorship opportunities available with this role. This is a permanent position, therefore only applicants with full, valid, permanent working rights will be considered.
Applications are welcomed from NZ Citizens or those with a Residency or current Work Visa in place.
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