Operational Safety, Security & Emergency Leader

Auckland Council Group; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Auckland Zoo is seeking an Operational Health, Safety & Security Manager to ensure a safe, secure and resilient environment for people, animals, visitors, and partners. You will report to the Head of Zoo Environment, Design and Construction and provide specialist guidance across health and safety, security and emergency preparedness.

You will lead inspections, develop procedures, review risk controls and coordinate security services while working with animal care, operations and external

Qualifications

• Minimum five years in operational health, safety and security or a closely related role.

Responsibilities

• Lead workplace inspections, assurance reviews, and incident investigations.
• Develop and maintain safety procedures, safe systems of work, and emergency management plans.
• Review risk assessments, contractor plans, and high‑risk activities and provide practical controls.
• Coordinate security activities including CCTV, access control, and alarms; liaise with Police and emergency services.
• Coordinate exercises, training, inductions and coach leaders in risk management and safe work practices.

Skills

Health & safety management

Risk assessment

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership & coaching

Education

Formal H&S qualification

Job description

Auckland Zoo is seeking an Operational Health, Safety & Security Manager to ensure a safe, secure and resilient environment for people, animals, visitors, and partners. You will report to the Head of Zoo Environment, Design and Construction and provide specialist guidance across health and safety, security and emergency preparedness.

You will lead inspections, develop procedures, review risk controls and coordinate security services while working with animal care, operations and external