Health & Safety Advisor

4 weeks ago


Christchurch, New Zealand Leighs Construction Full time

Posted: 31/08/2023- Closing Date: 26/09/2023- Job Type: Permanent - Full Time- Location: Christchurch- Job Category: OperationsLeighs Construction is a New Zealand-owned and operated company that has been providing high-quality outcomes for our clients, staff, and communities for over 25 years, boasting an inclusive company culture and an iconic project portfolio throughout NZ, the wider Pacific, and the Antarctic. We plan on leaving a lasting legacy of innovative, safe structures for future generations to come.

**The role**:
Leighs have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to join our dynamic Christchurch team. In this role, you will lead the charge in promoting robust safety practices across our diverse projects and contribute to the creation of a secure and efficient working environment for all. Initially, your focus will be on the University of Otago School of Medicine project, situated in the heart of the central CBD.

**Duties**:

- Monitor and assess the safety performance of various projects with a strong and vigilant approach.
- Develop effective tools and schedules for preventive measures, exercising your sharp analytical skills to identify and analyze accident and injury trends.
- Regularly conduct workplace and risk assessments, demonstrating your no-nonsense attitude towards safety compliance.
- Conduct audits as required to maintain safety standards, leaving no stone unturned.
- Collaborate with managers in a firm and resolute manner to seamlessly integrate Health and Safety practices into everyday business operations.
- Ensure meticulous documentation completion and electronic record-keeping for accidents, incidents, near misses, investigations, hazards, and their management.
- Investigate all reported incidents thoroughly, identifying root causes, drawing decisive conclusions, and promptly notifying WorkSafe within specified timeframes

**Skills & Experience**
- A minimum of 7 years' hands-on experience as a Health & Safety Advisor, in commercial construction.
- Proficient understanding of regulatory requirements, HSE databases, and Contractor HSE Management Systems, showcasing your mastery of the field.
- Proven expertise with HSE Management programs and principles, reflecting your command over safety procedures.
- Ideally, possess a tertiary level qualification in health and safety, reinforcing your commitment to excellence.

This is a great opportunity to join a proud, passionate, and dedicated team within a stable business that values work/life balance and gives our employees a real opportunity to develop their career experience and their character

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. We also require all employees to complete a pre-employment medical check, including drug and alcohol testing, and complete a criminal history check with the Ministry of Justice.



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