Health, Safety, Sustainability and Quality (HSSQ) Coordinator

Cook Brothers Construction; Otago; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook Brothers Construction is seeking a Health, Safety, Sustainability and Quality (HSSQ) Coordinator. This role offers flexibility and the opportunity to drive meaningful initiatives that enhance the HSSQ culture within the organization. You will play a crucial role in supporting safety initiatives, promoting engagement, and making a positive impact in the construction projects across Dunedin.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Health insurance

Career and personal development

Positive work/life balance

Inclusive team environment

Access to diverse projects

Competitive salary package

Complimentary access to EAP Services

Qualifications

• Strong Administrator background in the Construction Industry.
• Desire to move to Health, Safety, Sustainability and Quality space.
• Previous experience within the Construction Industry is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Support the rollout of national HSSQ initiatives and projects.
• Build relationships with site teams and project managers.
• Complete audits and assist in developing practical HSSQ tools.

Skills

Customer service skills

Adaptability

Health and safety understanding

Communication skills

Time management skills

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Job description

Health, Safety, Sustainability and Quality (HSSQ) Coordinator

This role offers flexibility – it can be Part Time (32 hours) or Full Time (40 hours) for the right person. We are looking for someone who loves variety, enjoys collaborating with a wide range of people, and wants to be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team. You’ll have the chance to grow your skills, contribute to meaningful projects, and help shape the future of Health, Safety, Sustainability and Quality at Cook Brothers.

In this role, you’ll be the glue that helps connect the dots across our projects in Dunedin while being part of the National Health, Safety, Sustainability and Quality team. The role includes rolling out initiatives, championing continuous improvement, and building great relationships across the business. We are looking for an approach that brings energy, initiative, and a passion for people and doing things better every day.

We are looking for someone who’s excited to make a real impact, strengthen our positive HSSQ culture, and help drive initiatives that make our sites safer, and our teams even stronger, while having fun along the way.

If you’ve got a great attitude, a keen eye for detail, and a drive to make a difference—we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the rollout of national HSSQ initiatives and projects across the business.
• Build strong, positive relationships with site teams, project managers, and support staff.
• Promote and encourage a strong, engaged HSSQ culture where people feel empowered to speak up and lead by example.
• Complete audits, site observations, and assist in the development of practical tools and resources to support HSSQ goals.
• Help communicate key messages, success stories, and updates around health, safety, sustainability, and quality.
• Contribute ideas and energy to continuous improvement efforts across all areas of HSSQ.
• Support training, events, and initiatives that make HSSQ accessible, practical, and part of everyday site life.
• Be an active voice for positive change—bringing fresh thinking and a solutions-focused mindset to the team.

Skills and Experience:

You will have a strong Administrator background, preferably within the Construction Industry, with a passion and desire to move to the Health, Safety, Sustainability and Quality space.

• Positive and influential customer service skills
• Adaptability in responding to different ideas, situations and/or people
• An understanding of health, safety, sustainability, and quality requirements within the workplace
• Experience within an Administration role
• Clear and effective communication skills
• High level of time management skills
• Relevant tertiary qualification or studying towards a qualification is highly desired
• Previous experience within the Construction Industry is highly desired

About Us:

Beginning in Dunedin with modest roots, Cook Brothers Construction has experienced significant growth over the past nineteen years. Today, we proudly serve the Southern Lakes, Wānaka, Canterbury, Otago, and Auckland regions.

We believe in celebrating our achievements, recognising the hard work and dedication that have driven our success. Our team and our projects stand as a testament to this commitment. Our approach is to inspire rather than manage. We trust our teams to make the best decisions for Cook Brothers Construction, granting them the freedom to act in the company's best interest.

Our pursuit of innovation, quality, client satisfaction, sustainability, and health and safety drives us to be a national leader in the construction industry. We believe our team is the cornerstone of this ambition.

If you’re eager to be a part of this journey, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

• Flexible hours
• Health insurance
• Career and personal development highly encouraged and supported
• A positive work/life balance
• Inclusive and supportive team environment
• Access to exciting and diverse projects
• Competitive salary package, including a laptop and phone
• Complimentary access to EAP Services

We are not accepting applications via Recruitment Agencies for this role.