HSE Advisor - New Zealand

EQUANS ANZ; Lower Hutt; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Purchased Leave

Additional Paid Parental Leave

Study and volunteer leave

Job summary

Equans ANZ is seeking an HSE Advisor to support our New Zealand division, champion a strong safety culture, and ensure compliance with legislative requirements. You will provide specialist HSE advice, develop safety plans, investigate incidents, and drive improvements across projects and teams.

The role requires 3–5 years’ Health & Safety advisory experience, knowledge of ACC and Return to Work processes, and strong communication skills to engage stakeholders and deliver effective training and

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in a Health & Safety advisory role.
• Experience with ACC, Return to Work and Rehabilitation processes.
• Training in or experience with ICAM methodology for incident investigations.
• Strong understanding of HSE legislation, trends, and compliance frameworks.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical mindset to identify risks and drive improvements in safety initiatives.
• Ability to promote and foster a proactive safety culture within a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist HSE advice and support to teams across NZ and other divisions as required.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and legislative requirements, escalating non-compliance where necessary.
• Develop and implement safe work method statements and project specific safety plans.
• Support employees, supervisors, and line managers with technical guidance to improve health and safety outcomes.
• Assist with the development, implementation, and maintenance of our HSE management systems.
• Lead and coordinate incident investigations, ensuring effective corrective actions are taken.
• Drive a culture of accurate and timely reporting of incidents and events.
• Develop and deliver training programs, safety inductions, and toolbox sessions.
• Manage return-to-work processes, collaborating with medical professionals and stakeholders.
• Conduct site safety audits and inspections, ensuring adherence to regional and site-specific safety plans.
• Provide HSE data and reports to senior management, supporting informed decision‑making.

Skills

HSE advisory

ICAM investigations

HSE legislation

communication skills

analytical mindset

proactive safety culture

Education

Certificate IV in Health & Safety

Tools

ICAM methodology

Job description

Ready to make an impact? Be part of a team that prioritises safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

We are seeking a dedicated HSE Advisor to support our operational teams in New Zealand, providing expert advice and facilitating key projects that align with company and legislative standards. If you have the expertise, passion, and drive to shape health and safety outcomes, we want to hear from you.

About Us

Equans Australia and New Zealand delivers multi-disciplinary technical solutions and facility management services with the aim to provide superior value to all stakeholders using a using an integrated facilities and project management approach. Find out more about Equans ANZ by visiting equans.co.nz.

What You Will Be Doing

As an HSE Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in championing a strong safety culture and ensuring compliance across our New Zealand division. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing specialist HSE advice and support to teams across NZ and other divisions as required.
• Ensuring compliance with company procedures and legislative requirements, escalating non-compliance where necessary.
• Develop and implement safe work method statements and project specific safety plans.
• Supporting employees, supervisors, and line managers with technical guidance to improve health and safety outcomes.
• Assisting with the development, implementation, and maintenance of our HSE management systems.
• Leading and coordinating incident investigations, ensuring effective corrective actions are taken.
• Driving a culture of accurate and timely reporting of incidents and events.
• Developing and delivering training programs, safety inductions, and toolbox sessions.
• Managing return‑to‑work processes, collaborating with medical professionals and stakeholders.
• Conducting site safety audits and inspections, ensuring adherence to regional and site-specific safety plans.
• Providing HSE data and reports to senior management, supporting informed decision‑making.

What We Offer

• Life Insurance for employees with AIA Vitality.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Purchased Leave.
• Additional Paid Parental Leave
• Study and volunteer leave.

What You Need

• 3–5 years of experience in a Health & Safety advisory role.
• Experience with ACC, Return to Work and Rehabilitation processes.
• Training in or experience with ICAM methodology for incident investigations.
• Strong understanding of HSE legislation, trends, and compliance frameworks.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical mindset to identify risks and drive improvements in safety initiatives.
• Ability to promote and foster a proactive safety culture within a dynamic environment.

Your Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Health & Safety or a recognised equivalent (Certificate IV or higher).

Please note that we can only accept applications from those with full, unrestricted working rights in New Zealand.

Equans is an EEO employer, where all applicants are treated with fairness and respect and have equal access to the opportunities available.