• Shape and strengthen safety culture across a busy operational environment
• Take ownership of the full H&S function, from strategy through to delivery
• Join a fast-paced environment where every day brings something different

Our client is a well-established New Zealand business operating within a fast-moving transport and logistics environment. With a strong operational footprint and a commitment to delivering reliable service, they are focused on continuing to strengthen their health and safety systems and building a proactive safety culture across the business.They are now seeking a hands-on Health & Safety Lead to take ownership of health, safety, wellbeing, and compliance across their operations.

This is a key role where you’ll partner closely with frontline teams, managers, contractors, and senior leadership to ensure risks are effectively managed, safety is embedded into everyday operations, and continuous improvement remains a priority.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the H&S strategy, systems, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Manage risk assessments, incident investigations, corrective actions, and compliance requirements
• Oversee audits, inspections, contractor management, training, and competency tracking
• Build a strong safety culture through engagement, communication, and visible leadership
• Drive worker participation through H&S committees, toolbox talks, and consultation
• Support wellbeing initiatives, fatigue management, emergency preparedness, and PPE compliance
• Provide guidance to managers to ensure legislative obligations are met

About You

You’ll bring practical Health & Safety experience gained within an operational environment such as transport, logistics, warehousing, manufacturing, or a similar industry. You’ll be comfortable working with both frontline teams and senior stakeholders, with the ability to balance compliance requirements with practical business needs.

You’ll ideally have:

• Experience managing risk, incidents, and investigations
• Strong knowledge of H&S systems, audits, and legislative requirements
• A Diploma in Health & Safety, NEBOSH qualification, or equivalent
• The ability to interpret legislation and apply it in a practical way
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Confidence delivering training and facilitating safety conversations

Apply Now

This is an opportunity to step into a pivotal Health & Safety leadership role, influence safety culture, and make a meaningful impact within a growing operational environment.

If you’re interested, apply now or get in touch with Hannah Barclay at hannah@grahamconsulting.co.nz

Please note that all applications are reviewed but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have any questions about your application, please feel free to call or email the consultant listed above.

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