About the Role Stratford District Council is recruiting for a Health and Safety/Civil Defence Advisor to join the team. You will be responsible for all health and safety systems, processes, and procedures to support the health and safety and wellbeing of staff in alignment with the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015. You will also work closely with our contractors to ensure our health and safety requirements are adhered to, ensuring the safety of our community while working on council activities. Emergency Management will be led by this role to meet council's requirements under the CDEM Act 2002 and ensure the 4 R's (readiness, response, recovery, and reduction) are in place for our District should it be required. You will maintain the staff database and council's emergency operations centre, participate in all relevant civil defence advisory groups, and pro-actively collaborate with the Taranaki Emergency Management Office and neighboring councils. This position is full time (40 hours per week) and will be located at the Stratford District Council, Miranda Street, Stratford. However, flexible working arrangements may be available in time. The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $95,000 per annum. About You You will have a relevant tertiary qualification or up to five years experience in a similar role, including experience and knowledge of current New Zealand legislation relating to health and safety and civil defence. You have the ability to plan, organize, and manage situations, sometimes at short notice. You will work well as an individual but enjoy being part of a close-knit team and you will thrive in motivating and engaging your fellow staff members with your health and safety/emergency management passions. Understanding of the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 and experience in health and safety monitoring, inspections, audit procedures, and investigations are essential. Why work with us? Our staff will tell you the main reason they like working with us is "the people". We have an energetic work environment with plenty of laughter, and a great staff culture is important to us. Our customers and our communities are at the center of what we do, and our people are what makes it work. We like to look after our own. If you join us, you will also benefit from ongoing professional development, te reo learning assistance, regular health checks opportunities, subsidized pool visits, an active social club, and free car parking! About us The Stratford District sits in the heart of the Taranaki region and is the gateway to Taranaki Maunga and the famous Forgotten World Highway. We're home to stunning parks and gardens, and there are countless opportunities to explore the landscape, arts and culture, and local history. Working in Stratford gives you the best of both worlds - the combined benefits of living in the world-renowned Taranaki region and having a work environment that puts your lifestyle first. Not to mention our great local facilities! As a staff member of Stratford District Council, there's a lot to be proud of, and we welcome you to be part of the experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr
