Full Time Application Closes 26 Oct 2024 Hawkes Bay - Hastings Occupational Health and Safety Specialist Our Culture Rockit is an apple company with a difference. And we're looking for a uniquely awesome person to work, live, laugh and do all sorts of different with us as we Ready. Set. Rockit. into our biggest season yet! We're an award-winning New Zealand company taking the nutritious goodness of our unique snack sized apples to the world. We're in growth mode, with big plans for the next few years, and you will be right at the heart of it. The Role Reporting to the Health and Safety Manager, this position supports the harvest operation teams across the full range of health, safety and wellbeing functions and projects. This is a great opportunity to take ownership of an H&S role and really bring your experience and skills to the table to make a difference. Applicants are invited at Advisor or Senior Advisor level. Rockit Global Limited (RGL) has multiple export markets and a significant growth trajectory over the next 5-10 years, so this position provides a great opportunity to build your skills and experience as the company expands. Key Responsibilities Include: Develop and improve health and safety management systems Monitor compliance with company and regulatory standards, including internal verification frameworks Build effective relationships with orchard management teams and contractors, and undertake training and education initiatives Support the Health and Safety committee, provide advice to Managers and assist with investigation of incidents Undertake reporting and analysis and contribute to new initiatives across the business Partner in developing a positive health and safety culture at Rockit Skills and Experience Sound health and safety experience, including training and audits Relevant qualifications Knowledge of health and safety legislation and regulations Experience in controlled based risk management (CBRM), fatal and critical risks projects Proven track record building a culture that supports health and safety management Experience in an operational high-risk environment Experience in the horticulture sector desirable Benefits Just a few favourites from our long list of Rockit benefits: Competitive remuneration Health Insurance, wellness events and individual wellness grant Recognition and awards programme Opportunities to grow and develop with our rapidly growing business Birthday Leave, delicious apples and much more! About Rockit Rockit Global Limited is an innovative and vertically integrated fruit grower, packer and exporter, marketing unique miniature apples under the Rockit apple brand. We are growing rapidly within New Zealand and globally, operating out of our brand-new, purpose-built headquarters with cutting edge automation in Hastings. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly and professional team who pride themselves on top performance and excellent results for their growers. At Rockit, we're taking on the world, we're growing fast and we're not stopping. And we'd love you to join us. We're ready when you are – Ready? Set? Rockit! #J-18808-Ljbffr