Functional Safety Engineer

Overview

At Oji Fibre Solutions – Forest Resources (Kinleith Mill), our manufacturing operation is committed to the efficient and complete use of sustainably sourced virgin wood-fibre from renewable forestry resources. We take pride in producing world-class market kraft pulps, which are used in a wide range of boards and specialty products around the world.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Functional Safety Engineer to lead the governance and delivery of safety-critical systems at Kinleith Mill. This newly created position plays a pivotal role in embedding functional safety into all aspects of our operations, ensuring compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 and IEC 61508 / 61511 standards. You will partner across departments to integrate functional safety throughout the full safety lifecycle—from design and commissioning to maintenance, auditing, and continuous improvement. This is an opportunity to shape how functional safety is delivered at one of New Zealand’s largest industrial sites.

Responsibilities

• Leading and enhancing the site’s Functional Safety Management System (FSMS)
• Coordinating Safety Integrity Level (SIL) assessments and maintaining lifecycle documentation
• Embedding functional safety principles into plant design, commissioning, and operations
• Reviewing and challenging safety-critical designs, supporting change management, and troubleshooting
• Driving a strong safety culture through audits, training, and continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications

To thrive in this role, you will need to be a strong communicator, a collaborative team player, and a proactive problem solver who can adapt to changing priorities. You will have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Control Systems, Instrumentation, or Mechatronics Engineering, with substantial hands-on experience in industrial automation, process safety, or control systems. Your expertise in IEC 61508 / 61511 and the HSWA 2015 will enable you to navigate complex compliance requirements with confidence.

Benefits

How To Apply

If this sounds like your next move, click APPLY, follow the prompts to complete an application form and attach your up-to-date covering letter and CV.

Applicants must be either a NZ Citizen, Resident Visa holder or have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

Applications close : Saturday, 25 October 2025

In accordance with Company policy, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical examination, drug test and Ministry of Justice criminal history & right to work in New Zealand check. Oji Fibre Solutions will meet these expenses.

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