Health Safety and Wellbeing Coordinator

1 day ago

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand GNS Science Full time NZ$68,558 - NZ$70,844

Earth Sciences NZ was established on 1 July 2025 through the merger of GNS and NIWA, with the upcoming acquisition of MetService further strengthening its capabilities. Bringing together multidisciplinary expertise and advanced technology, it will excel in earth, environmental, and natural resources science across six core missions: Geological Hazards, Weather and Climate, Energy, Land and Freshwater, Atmosphere and Climate, and Oceans.

This new entity forms part of the most significant reform to New Zealand's science and innovation system in more than three decades, designed to create a more dynamic, collaborative, and impactful science system. Following the acquisition of MetService, Earth Sciences NZ will comprise around 1,500 staff across 22 sites, with assets of approximately $400 million and annual revenues of $370 million, including substantial commercial streams. This provides a unique opportunity to shape the future of science delivery for Aotearoa New Zealand and position the organisation as a globally recognised leader in its field. For more information, visit 

About the position

Earth Sciences NZ is seeking a proactive and organised HSW Coordinator to support our Health, Safety and Wellbeing (HSW) team.  This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a safe, healthy, and inclusive workplace across a multi-site organisation.

What You'll Do

  • Provide coordination and admin support for HSW activities
  • Maintain HSW systems, databases, and records
  • Support incident reporting and follow-up processes
  • Liaise with internal teams and external providers
  • Coordinate health monitoring, training, and wellbeing initiatives
  • Assist with audits, reporting and HSW communications.

What You'll Bring

  • 4-5+ years' experience in HSW coordinator or similar role
  • Strong organisational and time management skills
  • Attention to detail and ability to juggle multiple priorities
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Tools, including Microsoft Office and SharePoint, and experience using Microsoft Forms and Power BI
  • A team-focused, approachable attitude with a genuine interest in wellbeing.

What we offer

  • Varied, challenging and important work with talented colleagues in an organisation devoted to earth science.
  • A high performing organisation with a focus on employee development and wellbeing.
  • Generous leave entitlements and employee benefits.
  • A permanent, full time (38 hours per week) role at a location to be agreed.
  • The salary range for this position is between $68,558 to $70,844 or more, depending on the successful candidate's experience.

Apply now

If this sounds like the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.

View the full position description for this role here -   Please contact with any questions or queries.

Applications close: pm on Thursday, 27 November 2025

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