Work Health and Safety Coordinator

Sanitarium Health Food Company; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 65.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Sanitarium Health Food Company is seeking a Health and Safety Coordinator in Auckland to oversee WHS systems and processes across sites. You will coach staff and leadership, maintain documentation, and support the implementation of WHS software while driving engagement and continuous improvement.

The role involves coordinating training, audits, injury management, and safety inspections, with a focus on compliance and stakeholder collaboration to foster a safe working environment.

Qualifikationen

• Experience in health and safety, compliance, or related coordination.
• Knowledge of WHS legislation and training programs.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience developing or maintaining policies and procedures.
• Proactive approach and passion for workplace safety.

Aufgaben

• Coordinate WHS training programmes, registrations and records.
• Provide WHS advice, guidance and coaching to staff and leaders.
• Maintain and improve WHS systems and documentation.
• Assist with WHS audits, inspections, investigations and reporting.
• Support injury management and return-to-work processes.
• Coordinate WHS committee activities, emergency wardens and first aiders.
• Administer WHS software systems for strong user engagement.
• Conduct workplace safety inspections and identify improvement opportunities.
• Monitor legislative changes and emerging safety trends.
• Assist in managing site risks, hazards and compliance across supply chain operations.

Kenntnisse

Health & safety coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Ausbildung

Health and Safety Certification (NZQA/NEBOSH equivalent)

Tools

WHS software systems

Policy management software

Jobbeschreibung

108 Pah Road, Royal Oak, Auckland 1023, New Zealand

Posted Wednesday 12 August 2026 at 2:00 pm

The Company

Sanitarium is a progressive and dynamic business that is New Zealand owned and produces New Zealand's leading breakfast products - Up & Go, So Good, Alternative Dairy Co range and New Zealand's favourite breakfast Weet-Bix.

About the role

This role plays a key part in the administration and continuous improvement of Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) systems and processes. You will provide coaching, guidance, and practical support to employees and leaders across our sites, helping to foster a safe and compliant working environment.

Key responsibilities include developing, reviewing, and maintaining WHS management system documentation, supporting the implementation and ongoing use of WHS software systems, and partnering with stakeholders to drive engagement, compliance, and continuous improvement in health and safety practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage WHS training programmes, registrations, and records.
• Support employees and leaders with WHS advice, guidance, and coaching.
• Maintain and improve WHS systems, processes, and documentation.
• Assist with WHS audits, inspections, investigations, and reporting.
• Support injury management and return-to-work processes.
• Coordinate WHS committee activities, emergency wardens, first aiders, and permit issuers.
• Administer and support WHS software systems, ensuring strong user engagement and compliance.
• Conduct workplace safety inspections and help identify opportunities for improvement.
• Monitor legislative changes and emerging safety trends.
• Assist in managing site risks, hazards, and compliance requirements across supply chain operations.

What You'll Bring

• Previous experience in health and safety, compliance, or a related coordination role.
• Understanding of WHS legislation, compliance requirements, and training programmes.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Confidence building relationships and working with stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience developing or maintaining policies, procedures, or standard operating procedures.
• A proactive approach and genuine passion for workplace safety

All applicants must be able to demonstrate that they have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

We are an organisation driven by our mission and values. If you share our passion for what we do, our products and can respect our principles then this is a great opportunity for you.

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108 Pah Road, Royal Oak, Auckland 1023, New Zealand