Health and Safety Advisor

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Health and Safety Advisor at He Waka Tapu is a part-time onsite role (0.8 FTE) in Christchurch. You will lead development of health and safety systems, monitor compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015, maintain documentation, support audits, manage incidents and risk, and offer practical guidance to managers and kaimahi. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years in health and safety or compliance, a relevant qualification, knowledge of the Act, incident investigation skills, and strong attention to detail, plus an understanding of Te Ao Māori and culturally safe practice. Apply with CV and cover letter; rolling reviews; for pātai contact Tyler Aukusitino; NZ work rights and driver’s license required.

Health and Safety Advisor (FTE 0.8)

• Is organisational fit important to you as opposed to ‘just a job’ health and safety practices?
• Are you passionate about being part of an organisation who supports community and whānau/families?
• Do you thrive in a fast-paced work environment that emphasises self-drive but have the ability to pull back and take it slow where warranted?
• Is attention to detail your ‘jam’, dotting those ‘I’s and crossing those ‘T’s’

About the organisation: 

He Waka Tapu is a Kaupapa Māori organisation who have been supporting individuals and the community for over 30 years. He Waka Tapu works to increase the health and wellbeing of Whānau and community. 

About the role: 

We are looking for a proactive Health and Safety Advisor to support the development and continuous improvement of He Waka Tapu health and safety systems and practices.

The role works across the organisation to promote a safe, healthy, and culturally responsive working environment that aligns with legislative requirements, Kaupapa Māori values, and organisational priorities. 

The key priorities of the role include: 

• Support and contribute to the implementation and ongoing improvement of organisational health and safety systems, policies and procedures.
• Monitor organisational compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 and other relevant legislation, standards, and guidelines.
• Maintain health and safety registers, documentation, corrective actions, and reporting systems.
• Assist with the coordination and monitoring of organisational audits, inspections, and compliance activities.
• Incident management, risk reduction and reporting.
• Provide practical health and safety advice and support to managers and kaimahi, including support and guidance to identify, assess and manage workplace hazards and risks.

About you: 

Successful applicants will have:

• At least 5 years of experience in a health and safety, compliance, or advisory related role.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 and associated regulations.
• Relevant health and safety qualification
• Able to undertake investigations into incidents and accidents as required.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Understanding of Te Ao Māori.
• Understanding of privacy, confidentiality, and culturally safe practice requirements.
• Competency in Microsoft Office Suite and organisational systems.
• Ability to identify issues and support practical solutions and continuous improvement activities.

Benefits and perks  

• Ongoing professional development and training   
• Free gym membership  
• Company laptop and mobile phone
• Flexible working environment  
• Life Insurance
• Hauora leave as per company policy
• Kaimahi wellbeing connection days

Our Culture   

Me mahi tahi tātou mo te oranga o te whanau  

Working together for the wellbeing of family  

Our services are delivered using a kaupapa Māori framework encompassing Tinana (physical well-being), Wairua (spiritual well-being), Hinengaro (mental well-being), Whānau (family well-being).  

Our Values 

Manaakitanga  

We are respectful and show generosity and care for others, ensuring everyone’s mana is enhanced  

Whānaungatanga  

We build relationships through shared experiences and working together  

Rangatiratanga  

We lead by inspiring others to see what is possible  

Whakākoako  

We all learn  

For further information about the work that we do, check out our organisation online at http://www.hewakatapu.org.nz     

If you wish to apply, please attach your CV and a cover letter to your application. Please note that applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis and we reserve the right to close the job early, so please don’t delay in submitting your application.

If you have any pātai about the role, please contact Tyler Aukusitino at [email protected]

Please note that Applicants for this position should have the legal right to work in New Zealand and a full driver's license.