National Health And Safety Manager

Shirley Parsons is seeking a National Health & Safety Manager to join a leading logistics and transportation organisation operating across New Zealand.

This pivotal role combines strategic leadership with hands-on assurance activities, driving continuous improvement and fostering a strong safety culture across a multi-site business.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain and enhance the Oceania H&S programme to ensure legal compliance and ISO

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Act as custodian of H&S data accuracy and reporting, using trend analysis to drive improvement

Prepare governance reports and provide insights for continual improvement

Coach and mentor managers to embed H&S practices into daily operations

Develop and deliver training and awareness programmes to build capability

Facilitate worker engagement forums to encourage participation and feedback

Implement and oversee annual assurance programmes, celebrating successes and identifying improvement opportunities

Conduct independent verification activities under the 3 lines of defence model

The successful National H&S Manager will have

Formal qualification in Health & Safety (Level 6 or higher)

Membership of NZISM or similar professional body

Minimum 5 years' practical H&S experience in transport / logistics or multi-site operations

Strong understanding of New Zealand H&S legislation and ACC requirements

Experience with ISO

Excellent communication and influencing skills at all organisational levels

Proven ability to deliver H&S training and simplify complex requirements

Competent in Office 365 and data analysis for reporting

About Shirley Parsons

Shirley Parsons is a global recruitment consultancy specialising in Health & Safety, Quality, Environment & Sustainability.

Our ANZ team partners with organisations across New Zealand, Australia and APAC to connect top HSEQS professionals with leading businesses.

We are passionate about supporting long-term career growth and building safer, more sustainable workplaces.

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