Hseq Manager

Overview

Access | Partners in Property aims to be Auckland's leading provider of facilities, construction, and property services, with an expanding presence throughout New Zealand.

We collaborate with all our clients to maximize the value of their properties through expertise in construction, project management, waterproofing, building, property maintenance, industrial abseiling, and exterior cleaning.

We are proud to be celebrating our twentieth birthday this year.

Our group includes recognised brands such as Gunac | Waterproofing Specialists, The Building Wash Company, Waikato Property Maintenance (WPM), and WayDgo Site Services.

From the Technicians to the CEO, our brand promise guides our culture and everyday decisions :

The Role

We are currently seeking a highly experienced HSEQ professional to join our team on a permanent, full-time basis, with an immediate start option available.

This is an opportunity to use your deep industry knowledge to champion safety and compliance across our Nationwide business.

The role reports directly to the Chief People and Safety Officer (CPSO) and is supported by an HSEQ Advisor and Coordinator.

As a senior safety leader, you will thrive on building strong relationships, influencing leaders, and championing a strong safety & quality culture.

Your sharp business & commercial acumen, and commitment to health, safety, environment & quality, will be exemplary.

You will naturally hit the ground running, by quickly establishing positive stakeholder relationships while empowering your team and managers with the tools and knowledge to uphold best-in-class safety standards.

Embodying positive leadership, collaboration and flexibility, you will establish a renewed enthusiasm for safety & quality within our business.

Key Responsibilities

As HSEQ Manager, you will provide hands-on leadership and direct involvement in HSEQ activities, ensuring the practical implementation & monitoring of standards, and promote a culture of continuous improvement & operations excellence in a fast-paced, multi-site operation.

Your responsibilities will include :

Lead national HSEQ initiative, programmes and the integrated management system (IMS) across multiple operations sites

Conduct regular audits (site & desktop), inspections, and safety meetings

Develop and deliver engaging training programmes and manage external training requirements

Provide practical and high-quality HSEQ advice and expert guidance on legislation, compliance, and reporting.

Support the business with any HSEQ tender requirements and client prequalification requirements.

Lead and conduct investigations into incidents, near misses, and hazards and ensure swift, thorough incident response

Maintain a strong presence across sites, engage with teams directly and guide / mentor managers & supervisors on HSEQ processes and procedures, ensuring participation, compliance and high standards of safety across all projects.

Ensure all related HSEQ policies, procedures, and the HSEQ IMS are effective, compliant and continuously improved.

Qualifications & Experience

Minimum of 5 years' HSEQ related experience with at least 2 years in a senior or management-level safety role, in the construction, trade or related industries.

Current and comprehensive knowledge of New Zealand's H&S and environmental legislation, compliance, and industry regulations, guidelines, and best practices in New Zealand.

Relevant NZQA qualification in workplace health and safety or related field.

Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills.

Exceptional ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.

Experience and knowledge of ISO IMS (ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 9001).

NZISM and HASANZ membership will be an advantage.

A thorough understanding of and commitment to the administrative aspects of the role, as well as being tech savvy.

Full Class 1 Driver Licence required.

Model integrity, respect and enthusiasm.

Why work for us

Competitive salary, company vehicle and fuel card.

Free parking and unlimited onsite barista coffees.

Long Service Award programme (fully funded comprehensive health insurance, birthday leave, team lunches)

Monthly BBQ & Quarterly awards breakfasts.

Opportunity to grow your skills across the construction industry.

A supportive and dynamic work environment, with fun-competitiveness, sometimes even with a round of table tennis.

Worldclass confidential Employee Assistance Programme, available 24 / 7.

Apply now with your CV and cover letter telling us why you are the right person for this role.

Please only apply if you have the right to work in New Zealand as no sponsorship with Immigration NZ is available for this role.

This is a permanent position, therefore only applicants with full, valid, permanent working rights will be considered.

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