Senior Health, Safety and Wellbeing Advisor - Permanent

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Join us at New Plymouth District Council!
Tūhono mai ki Te Kaunihera-ā-Rohe o Ngāmotu!

Who are we? - Ko wai mātou?

Te Kaunihera-ā-rohe o Ngāmotu - New Plymouth District Council (NPDC) is shaping the future of our district. We're here to serve our community and create a place where people love to live, work and visit. Guided by the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, we're committed to building strong partnerships that respect and celebrate our rich cultural heritage.

Innovation, sustainability and collaboration drive everything we do as we deliver services and initiatives that support our vision: a thriving, connected and future-focused district.

At Te Kaunihera-ā-rohe o Ngāmotu, we're proud to be an inclusive, dynamic organisation that values people, creativity and progress. If you're passionate about making a real impact and being part of something bigger, this is the place for you.

The opportunity - Te āheinga

We're on the lookout for a confident, people-focused Senior Health, Safety and Wellbeing Advisor to join us in a permanent role and help champion a positive, proactive safety culture across NPDC.

In this role, you'll play a key part in shaping how we keep our people, contractors and community safe. You'll lead the way in strengthening our health, safety and wellbeing practices, offering expert guidance on how our policies and processes come to life in day-to-day work.

You'll also act as a trusted partner to leaders, helping them create environments where everyone can thrive and go home safe and well each day.

If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact, love building strong relationships and are committed to supporting a safe, healthy and supportive workplace, we'd be excited to have you join our team.

Key responsibilities - Ngā haepapa matua

Provide health, safety and wellbeing (HSW) expertise and advice
Ensure NPDC is actively managing its HSW hazards and risks
Ability to communicate clearly and influence a wide range of stakeholders to adopt safe practices
Resolve complex HSW issues, recommending appropriate courses of action to address any compliance and legislative issues and matters
Incorporate NPDC's core corporate HSW policies and procedures into operational and strategic decision making
Monitor, manage and report on NPDC's critical risks and assurance programmes
Support the HSW Lead in preparing and undertaking health and safety auditing and compliance related activities
Accurately record and document all decisions, recommendations and/or resolutions
Support the HSW Business Partners as appropriate, and especially in high risk or major incidents
Essential skills and experience - Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako

Relevant tertiary qualification - degree or diploma
Five years minimum work experience in a health and safety role
Excellent knowledge and understanding of current New Zealand health and safety legislation
Ability to understand and apply appropriate health and safety principles to operational activities
Understanding of occupational health and injury management practices and processes
Good understanding of safety management systems
Able to challenge 'mental models' in a positive and constructive way to drive change and new thinking
Some knowledge of relevant HR policies and procedures
Proven ability to build strong working relationships
High level of computer technology competency and Microsoft products, particularly Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Excellent organisational and time management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to work independently and make decisions as required
What we offer - Ngā Ratonga

At New Plymouth District Council, we're not just offering jobs - we're building careers and creating a workplace where people thrive.

When you join us, you'll discover:

Clear career pathways - to help you grow and succeed
Learning and development opportunities - that keep you ahead of the game
Support for personal and professional growth - so you can be your best self
Plus, our People's Package is designed with you in mind, covering five key pillars:
Wellbeing, Development, Benefits, Culture and Recognition

Because at NPDC, it's not just about what you do - it's about who you become.

You can expect to start in this permanent, full-time role with a salary of between $112,646 - $121,406 per annum.

Why join us? - Ngā hua o tō hono mai?

Your wellbeing matters to us. We're committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where your contributions are valued and celebrated. Together, we're shaping a vibrant future for New Plymouth - one step, one idea, one achievement at a time.

Applications close Sunday, 22 March 2026.

Be part of a council that values people, culture and opportunity.

Me tūhono mai koe kia tautoko I te Ngāmotu o āpōpō!

Te Kaunihera-ā-rohe o Ngāmotu is an equal opportunity employer (EOE), and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.