Health and Safety Advisor - Opportunity to Make a Difference

Traffic Safe New Zealand is a 100% New Zealand owned and operated company that provides temporary traffic management services throughout the North Island. We aim to ensure the highest level of safety for our employees, customers, and the community. We firmly believe that our team is our greatest asset and therefore we take care in their development, and in providing a safe and pleasant work environment.

Our business is expanding, and we have an exciting opportunity for a Health and Safety Advisor, to join us on this journey. 

This is a Monday to Friday role. This role is based at our Head Office in Takanini, Auckland.

What’s in it for you…

• Company Vehicle
• Weekly Pay
• Corporate/Wellbeing Benefits (Lumino Dentist, Specsavers, EAP Services, more)
• Excellent Referral Programme
• Employee Recognition Programme
• Long-Service Awards
• Free Parking
• Workplace Culture - one that is passionate, creative and supportive

As the Health and Safety Advisor, you'll play a crucial role in contributing to the continuous improvement in the business performance of the Health and Safety function. Everyone home safe every day, is our first core value.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise regional management teams on Health and Safety matters.
• Provide professional expertise to assist the business to implement the requirements of the Health and Safety Policy, Standards and Procedures.
• Collect incident data and generate reports to inform management of Health and Safety performance and trends.
• Ensure all incidents are investigated by the branch management teams and that corrective actions are recommended and implemented. Assist with investigations as and when required.
• Audit business to assess compliance with Traffic Safe Standards and Procedures and regulatory requirements. Provide reports with recommendations for corrective action and monitor closure of findings.
• Provide Health and Safety training programs as and when required.
• Assist in the implementation and maintenance of H&S documentation and systems (Including policies and procedures)
• Assist with the collation of routine H&S information, trend analysis and key performance indicators including monthly reporting.
• Assist with incident (injury, near misses) and hazard reporting and investigation and ensure that corrective actions are closed out and preventative actions are implemented
• Provide any administrative support to the Health, Safety and Wellness Manager

Role Requirements: 

• Demonstrated experience in Health and Safety Coordinator or Advisor role.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety principles, practices, and regulations.
• Excellent and professional verbal and written communication (Business English) and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with stakeholders, leaders, vendors and our people.
• Ability to work in a dynamic and ever- changing environment and solid problem-solving skills.
• Skilled with Microsoft Office and confident using Excel and other systems.
• High level of integrity and ability to ensure confidentiality and comply with privacy laws

Desirable Skills:

• Health and Safety related tertiary education.
• Previous experience in Traffic Management, Transport, or related industry.
• Strong analytical skills and previous experience with reporting and presenting trends and data.
• Knowledge with ICAM
• Managing ACC Claims

How to apply

If you believe you have the skills and experience necessary for this role, we would love to hear from you. Join our dynamic team, and contribute to our ongoing success, in the traffic management industry.

Click the Apply button and complete the online application process. A member of our HR team will review your application and will be in contact with additional information accordingly.

In the meantime, feel free to browse our website for additional information on our company: https://www.trafficsafe.co.nz/careers

This application is only open to those legally entitled to work in New Zealand. Successful candidates must complete pre-employment drug screening and a criminal history check.