Health, Safety and Wellbeing Manager

6 months ago


Christchurch, New Zealand Christchurch City Council Full time

Christchurch City Council is committed to fostering a safe, healthy and thriving environment for all our employees and the wider community. In our environment, the safety of our team members and community is vitally important to us.

We are looking for a Health, Safety, and Wellbeing (HSW) Manager who embodies robust leadership, engagement, and a strategic approach to health, safety, and wellbeing initiatives. This pivotal role is suited to someone who champions high standards, embraces continuous improvement, and supports a risk mitigation culture.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Ensure a Health, Safety and Wellbeing lens in all areas of the organisation.
- Health, safety, and wellbeing risk management planning to ensure all legislative and ACC obligations are met.
- Lead and empower a team of HSW professionals, fostering a high-performing environment of autonomy and innovation within a positive learning culture.
- Spearhead the implementation and enhancement of HSW management systems, risk reporting, and analysis.
- Undertake thorough investigations and generate detailed, actionable reports on incidents.
- Engage with stakeholders at all levels, ensuring HSW principles are integrated and championed throughout the organisation.
- Initiate and lead key projects, HSW promotions, and site visits demonstrating adaptability and a hands-on approach to leadership.

**What We Are Looking For**
- Exceptional leadership skills with a history of managing dynamic teams.
- A tertiary degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent level of knowledge.
- Strong project management experience paired with a knack for rolling out complex systems effectively.
- Expertise in conducting detailed investigations and reporting.
- A commitment to fostering a supportive, just culture and continuous improvement in workplace practices.

**Why Join Us?**

We are committed to keeping our people safe.
- Join a forward-thinking team that values innovation, safety, and proactive solutions.
- Make a significant impact on the operational culture of a leading public service organisation.
- This role is designed for a visionary leader who is passionate about driving excellence in health, safety and wellbeing while being an accessible and approachable leader across all levels of the organisation.
- If you have a robust background in managerial leadership and are driven by a passion for nurturing a safe and positive workplace, we encourage you to apply.

Working for the Christchurch City Council allows you to contribute directly to the community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents and visitors. You will also benefit from:

- Access to training programs, workshops, and development opportunities.
- Flexible working arrangements - WFH, adjustable start and finish times, option to purchase extra leave.
- Collaboration - exposure to wider areas of the organisation.
- Benefits - access benefits for Council staff ranging from health schemes to retail discounts.

Through collaboration, innovation, and a strong commitment to the community, the council provides an environment where one's skills and passions can shine, making it an exceptional choice for those seeking purpose and impact in their career.

Feel like you don't meet every single requirement of the job description?

**Additional information**:

- Hours of work_ - Fulltime permanent position
- Location - This position is primarily based at 53 Hereford Street, Christchurch Central._

Salary - _The salary band for this position is $131,300 - $145,889._

**_ Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date._



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