Head of Health Safety and Wellbeing

Company Description :

At Summerset, from the moment we start developing a village to when our residents call it home, it’s the passion and dedication of our people that brings our villages to life. We are one team united by being part of something bigger – to bring the best of life to our residents.

About the role :

Summerset is seeking a dynamic and hands-on Head of Health, Safety & Wellbeing to drive a culture where safety is not just a priority—but a way of life.

This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for shaping and executing our HSW strategy across two high-risk operational areas :

• Construction Operations – large-scale development projects across NZ
• Village Operations – clinical environments supporting aged care and retirement living

You’ll be instrumental in embedding safety into the DNA of our organisation—partnering with senior leaders and executives to ensure safety leadership is visible, authentic, and effective.

Your day-to-day will include :

About You

You’re a hands-on HSW leader, experienced in driving safety culture in complex environments—ideally across construction and clinical operations. You know how to influence behaviour, coach leaders into safety champions, and embed safety into everyday thinking.

You’ll also bring :

Why Summerset :

At Summerset, we believe diversity strengthens our team and enriches the care we provide. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and walks of life—including those with transferable skills from other industries. You may not tick all the requirements, and that’s okay; we value what you bring to the table and look at the whole individual. We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to thrive.

Equal opportunity is at the heart of how we recruit, and we encourage you to bring your unique perspective and passion to our team.

Summerset's known for its excellent benefits and strong sense of values around care, teamwork and drive for excellence. With some of the best benefits in the sector, some of these include :

Next Steps :   Applications for this role will close on the  24th of November.  This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!