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Emergency Response and Critical Risk Advisor

Emergency Response and Critical Risk Advisor

Babcock Australia & New ZealandAuckland, Auckland, New Zealand
14 hours ago
Job description

Overview

Babcock is looking for an Emergency Response and Critical Risk Advisor to join the HSEQ team based in Devonport, Auckland on a 12-month Fixed Term Contract. Step into a pivotal role where your leadership in emergency preparedness directly impacts the safety of people, vessels, and infrastructure. You’ll lead the charge in developing tailored emergency plans, running high-impact drills, and ensuring readiness across a complex marine environment. You’ll be the go-to expert for critical risk control, working alongside operational teams to embed safety into every high-risk activity.

This is more than a compliance role — it’s a chance to shape culture, build capability, and lead a volunteer Emergency Response Team with purpose. You’ll influence strategic safety outcomes, provide technical guidance, and drive continuous improvement in emergency systems. If you’re passionate about protecting people and thrive in dynamic, high-stakes environments, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Responsibilities

  • Lead emergency response planning and execution for high-risk environments.
  • Coordinate and run scenario-based drills and training for emergency response and critical risk management.
  • Provide technical guidance and drive continuous improvement in emergency systems and procedures.
  • Manage and develop a volunteer Emergency Response Team, embedding safety into operational activities.
  • Engage with stakeholders to ensure compliance and readiness across vessels, infrastructure, and personnel.

Qualifications

  • NZQA or higher emergency response training / assessor certification.
  • Confined Space, Work at Heights, and Advanced First Aid qualifications.
  • Fire and Rescue or Mines Rescue formal qualifications (preferred).
  • H&S qualification (Cert IV in Health & Safety preferred).

    • Key Required Skills

  • Emergency response planning and execution.
  • Critical risk assessment and control implementation.
  • Leadership of volunteer or cross-functional teams.
  • Scenario-based training and drill facilitation.
  • Technical documentation and compliance assurance.
  • Incident investigation and continuous improvement.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and communication.

    • What We Offer

  • Work-life integration policy with leave entitlements including annual leave, wellbeing leave, paid parental leave, and reservist leave.
  • Supportive environment with capability framework and ongoing self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning, plus study leave.
  • Discount programs, novated leasing options, and a corporate shares plan.
  • Wellbeing support through online programs, employee assistance, and wellbeing days.
  • Recognition program to acknowledge outstanding work and living company principles.

    • About Us

    Babcock International Group, the aerospace and defence company, has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly skilled engineering services for over a century. Across Australia and New Zealand, Babcock has grown to a team of over 1,600 talented people, and we are on a path of continued growth and expansion. We operate across sectors such as defence, commercial marine, aviation, airports, communications, emergency services and engineering consultancy. We are currently seeking to fill this role in New Zealand and welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.

    We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience; however, the successful candidate must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand and capable of obtaining a New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) Security Clearance. Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre-employment checks (references, MOJ, security check, qualifications and right to work). Babcock Australasia is a Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

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    We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

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