Safety Solutions - Independent Chair

Position Details

Full Time

• Application Closes 30 Oct

Taranaki - New Plymouth

Company

Safety Solutions Limited is a privately owned company established in New Zealand in

Over the past decade, the business has expanded into Australia, initially operating from New Zealand and more recently building a permanent presence with locally based staff.

The company has steadily grown to a team of 25 professionals across several locations.

Today, Safety Solutions is recognised as one of New Zealand's largest risk management firms, with deep expertise across high-risk industries including oil and gas, petrochemical, refining, hazardous substances, chemicals, dairy, power generation, and pulp and paper.

The business is structured around three specialist service areas : training and e-learning, consultancy, and engineering all delivered with a strong focus on high-hazard risk management.

Opportunity

To support the next phase of growth and development, Safety Solutions has identified the need for an Independent Chairperson.

Key Attributes

Governance experience

A proven track record in growing a business across New Zealand and Australia

Understanding of high hazard manufacturing industries

Experience in senior leadership roles within large organisations

Proven commercial acumen and strategic oversight

An ability to guide, mentor and upskill the leadership team

Understanding and appreciation of online learning

Strong technical knowledge – digital transformation, AI etc.

Commitment

Boards meet approximately 6 times per year.

Meetings typically run for 2-4 hours and are a mix of in-person and virtual attendance.

Apply

To submit your application, click on the "apply now" button below.

The IoD is managing applicant interest so please contact Manager, Board Appointments,

We appreciate your application ahead of the closure date.

Advertising closes at

Please note : Interviews are planned for week commencing 24 November.

Apply now for this role or get more information by contacting Institute of Directors.

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