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Adviser Health and Safety

4 weeks ago

Wellington, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Join us in shaping a safer future
- Permanent, full-time position, Monday to Friday
- Wellington based at our Arohata Prison in Tawa

'Kotahi anō te kaupapa, ko te oranga o te iwi' - ‘There is only one purpose to our work: the wellness and wellbeing of our people.
At Ara Poutama Aotearoa, we don't just prioritise health and safety; we breathe it. Our commitment to safety and wellbeing has earned our Chief Executive the prestigious title of 'Leader of the Year' at the 2022 Safeguard Health & Safety Awards - a reflection of his personal commitment to, and ownership of, health, safety, and wellbeing.
We're not just a workplace; we're a community dedicated to positive change, both on-site and for the greater New Zealand society.
What Sets Us Apart?
- Progressive H&S Culture - Work for an organisation that's on the forefront of progressive health and safety thinking.
- Impactful Work - Experience and contribute to overseeing and positively influencing the management of some of New Zealand's most unique and complex H&S risk profiles.
- Unique risk profile - Manage critical challenges in violence, aggression, and psychological demands, offering a rare opportunity to navigate and understand complex human behaviour.
- We live our values - Manaaki (we care for and respect everyone), Whanau (we develop supportive relationships), Wairua (we are unified in our efforts), Kaitiaki (we are responsive and responsible), Rangatira (we demonstrate leadership and are accountable).

Ngā kawenga | About the role
As a Health & Safety Adviser, you'll be more than an expert; you'll be a positive force for change. Your role is crucial in improving how we manage health and safety risks, fostering leadership, and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our team. We're not just looking for someone with a H&S background; we're seeking a passionate coach and trainer who thrives on implementing sustainable change.
This role forms part of the on-site leadership team, who are progressive, trauma-informed, and safety-focused. Our exceptional leaders deeply care about their team's wellbeing, and consistently work at improving ways of working and culture.
As the H&S Adviser you'll report to the Regional Health, Safety and Wellbeing Manager. You'll play a critical role within our tightly knit eight-person regional Health, Safety, and Wellbeing team, contributing to solving larger organisational challenges, and implementing large scale wellbeing and cultural change initiatives.
You will be based full-time, on-site at Arohata Prison, Tawa, Wellington
What Makes You the Perfect Fit?
- Strong Customer Service - A genuine desire to serve and enhance the safety and wellbeing of our people.
- Agent of Positive Change - Be part of a team that's transforming safety practices toward a Safety II/Resilience Engineering philosophy.
- Positive Workplace Culture Curator - Actively create and nurture a Culture of Care alongside your management counterparts.
- Curiosity and Learning Culture - Naturally curious with a deep appreciation for organisational learning.
- High Resilience and EQ - Demonstrate resilience, stay calm under pressure, and efficiently handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational setting.
- Great Coach and Trainer - Ability to inspire, develop and lead both frontline and site leadership teams.

Ngā pūkenga e kimi ana mātou | Skills we look for
If you're motivated to shape the future of health and safety practices, we want to hear from you Show us your:

- Broad Experience - Providing health and safety advice in large and complex organizations.
- Technical Expertise - Especially in high-risk industries.
- Cultural Capability - Work effectively with diverse groups of people.
- Communication Style - Confidently engage with stakeholders at all levels.

Utu ā-tau | Salary
The salary range is $81,606 - $115,209 per annum, and the mid-point which indicates full competence in the role is $96,007. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.
Ko wai mātou | About us
Ara Poutama Aotearoa is a name that has been gifted to us and is our commitment to improving the oranga and safety of the people, whānau, and that of the communities we serve across the motu.
As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship) and whānau (relationships) to shape how we work and deliver the outcomes in our strategy - Hōkai Rangi.
It is an exciting time to join us, and we continue to seek out talented individuals who are committed to an inclusive, vibrant workplace. We recognise and celebrate the uniqueness of individuals, and that of the collective talent in our whānau.
To apply, please submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience. Alignment to our kaupapa is critical to our success - we ask that you provide examples which reflect

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