Regional Health, Safety & Wellbeing Advisor - Construction

1w1 week ago

Summerset

Wellington, NZ · Full-time · NZ$110,000 – NZ$150,000

About this role

As a Regional Health, Safety & Wellbeing (HSW) Advisor - Construction, you’ll be the go-to expert for HSW across multiple construction sites in the Lower North Island. You’ll work closely with Project Managers, Site Managers, and contractors to ensure compliance and drive continuous improvement. This role fosters a culture of safety and wellbeing and is based in Wellington.

Your day-to-day involves leading site-based HSW practices aligned with Summerset’s HSW Management System. You’ll support site-specific safety plans, triage incidents, conduct audits and risk assessments, and champion wellbeing initiatives like Mates in Construction. Additional tasks include coaching teams, driving Donesafe usage, and presenting HSW reports to leadership.

Join a team united by passion and dedication to bring villages to life for residents. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders in a supportive environment that values proactive risk management and practical approaches. The role emphasizes relationship-building across construction sites.

Summerset offers professional development tailored to you, career progression opportunities, and a commitment to diversity. Enjoy benefits like free Southern Cross health insurance and an annual $1000 gift in shares. Thrive in a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

Requirements

Relevant Health & Safety qualifications
4+ years’ experience in a multi-site construction HSW role
Strong knowledge of NZ Health & Safety legislation
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Analytical mindset with the ability to assess complex technical data
Proven ability to influence and engage diverse stakeholders
Confident and proactive approach to risk management, compliance, and wellbeing

Responsibilities

Lead and support site-based HSW practices aligned with Summerset’s HSW Management System
Support the development and implementation of site-specific safety plans (SSSPs) and contractor compliance
Triage all incidents within your portfolio and investigate high severity incidents to identify root causes and recommend corrective actions
Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments across allocated sites
Champion wellbeing initiatives including Mates in Construction
Coach and mentor site teams on risk management and HSW processes
Drive the use of Donesafe for incident reporting, contractor management, and risk tracking
Prepare and present HSW reports to senior leadership

Benefits

Free Southern Cross health insurance (covering up to 75% of charges for GPs, dentists, physios and more)
Professional development and career progression opportunities tailored to you
Annual gift of $1000 in Summerset shares