Health and Safety Advisor

Our Company

We are a fast-growing construction company. Due to an increase in the number and scale of projects being undertaken by the business, we have created a new Health and Safety Advisor position to strengthen our health and safety systems and ensure compliance across our operations. We are seeking a proactive and experienced Health and Safety Advisor to support and promote safe work practices across our construction sites and projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular site inspections and safety audits to identify hazards and ensure compliance with health and safety requirements.

• Monitor workplace practices and provide advice to management and workers on health and safety matters.

• Investigate workplace incidents, accidents, near misses, and hazards, and prepare reports with recommendations for corrective actions.

• Develop, implement, and maintain health and safety policies, procedures, and risk management systems.

• Ensure compliance with relevant health and safety legislation, industry standards, and company policies.

• Conduct risk assessments and assist with the development of safe work method statements and control measures.

• Deliver health and safety inductions, toolbox talks, and training to workers and subcontractors.

• Maintain accurate health and safety records, registers, and documentation.

• Liaise with site supervisors, workers, clients, and regulatory authorities on health and safety matters.

• Promote a positive health and safety culture across all worksites and encourage continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• At least two years of relevant work experience or a relevant Level 4 qualification.

• Sound knowledge of workplace health and safety principles, hazard management, and risk assessment processes.

• Ability to interpret and apply health and safety legislation and industry standards.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with workers, supervisors, and clients.

• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

• Applicants must have valid work rights in New Zealand.

Pay: $35.00 – $35.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Work Location: In person