We are on the lookout for a highly capable, hands-on Lead HSE Engineer who wants to do more than just maintain existing systems. This is a rare opportunity to join a global market leader as they break ground on a massive, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Pokeno. If you want to leave a legacy by setting best-practice standards from inception, this is the project for you.
Job Details
- Role Type: Permanent, Full-time
- Salary: Highly competitive, aligned with experience
- Location: Pokeno, Waikato
What You'll Do
Reporting to the Project Director, you will be the backbone of safety on-site, providing both technical and operational support. This is a delivery-focused role and you’ll have the freedom to drive improvements and the authority to ensure this facility is built to the highest New Zealand standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the creation and implementation of overall health and safety strategies, policies, and standards.
- Lead project safety meetings, conduct inductions, and supervise contractor/sub-contractor performance to ensure strict compliance.
- Provide strategic recommendations for improved processes and initiatives, staying updated on best practices and legislation.
- Lead risk identification and mitigation in line with NZ legislation, review and approve construction safety plans and task analyses.
- Act as a mentor on-site, correcting deviations and fostering a proactive safety culture
- Maintain accurate HSE data and prepare high-level monthly reports for the project leadership team.
- Champion and embed a strong safety culture, leading by example and empowering others to meet obligations.
About You
We need a Lead Health & Safety Advisor with the technical mastery to develop rigorous safety systems and the grit to command respect on a busy site. You are a resilient, strong-minded professional who navigates high-pressure environments with confidence and ensures compliance through influence, not just paperwork.
To succeed in this role:
- 3–5 years of New Zealand experience as a H&S Advisor or Engineer within the construction industry.
- A Bachelor’s degree, Diploma, or Certificate in OHS, Engineering, or Environmental Science.
- Proven experience in leading H&S and a deep understanding of NZ health and safety legislation.
- You can hold your ground in difficult conversations and mentor senior leaders to be better safety managers.
- You are self-motivated and excited by the challenge of setting up systems from scratch rather than following a pre-existing manual.
If this role interests you, we’d love to hear from you. Send us your updated CV and a great cover letter letting us know why you would be great for a role like this.
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
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