Develop, implement & maintain comprehensive WHS strategies, systems, risk management processes & training programs at NZs fastest growing University.Mo te tuka | The roleSeeking applications for a Senior Health & Safety professional to provide strategic leadership, risk management, and the ability to foster collaboration across all levels of the university.Based in our vibrant HR team, your primary objective will be to create and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for all employees, students, visitors, and contractors, in alignment with relevant legislative and regulatory requirements.Some key tasks of the role include:Provide leadership in H&S matters including WHS strategies & systems, risk management and training programmesEmergency management response is in place and actively managedManagement of the H&S Work ProgrammeCompliance oversightH&S ReportingRelationship managementThis is a permanent role working 37.5 hours per week based at our Lincoln Campus.
The salary range is set at circa $130,000 per annum.Ka tino Pukeka/Wheako | Essential skills/experience for the roleTo be successful in this role you will need:A formal qualification in Occupational Safety and Health or a good working knowledge of legislation, regulations, relevant standards and codes of practice and a willingness to undertake training.At least five years' experience in Health, Safety and Wellbeing within a large organisationAt least five years' experience in Safety and or injury management.Experience in emergency response and/or CIMS-trainedExperience in managing a team of professionals.Demonstrated ability to write Health and Safety and Wellbeing procedures and policies.Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with workers and all level of management.Demonstrated effective organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload.
The ability to manage multiple tasks and projects.High levels of competency with Microsoft applications.Ability to work with limited supervision and in a team while demonstrating initiative and judgment.Registered Health and Safety Professional e.g.
NZ Institute of Safety Management (preferred).Demonstrated commitment to Manaakitaka and Lincoln University valuesKa hua ka riro ki a koe | What's in it for you?As an employee of Lincoln University, you can reap the rewards of working in a supportive organisation with a commitment to equal employment opportunity, diversity and inclusion.From day one you will be eligible to our staff benefits such as:Professional growth with our staff training & development programmeSix weeks paid leave per year (based on 1.0 FTE)Annual salary reviewsContributions towards eye tests and the cost of glassesFree on-site car parkingWork-life balance with a family-friendly, flexible work environmentAccess to free confidential wellbeing support services through ClearHeadAccess to employee member benefits with Southern Cross Health InsuranceA state of the art, on-campus gym with discounted feesAccess to on-site early childhood centre with discounted staff ratesBoost rewards membership that offers retail & service discountsAccess to various staff social groups and activitiesGreat location - with new development, stunning gardens & greenery, three onsite cafes and walking distance to Lincoln township.Mo matou | About usTe Whare Wanaka o Aoraki Lincoln University is a distinctive, specialist University focused on advancing knowledge through impactful research and higher education that benefits land-based industries in New Zealand and worldwide.
Our University's campus is at the centre of the Lincoln research precinct and is complemented by a network of university-owned farms and research stations, which are crucial to combining good education and training with demonstration and skills.
Students are at the heart of Lincoln University and we inspire them to make a difference through the delivery of world-class teaching and research to grow their potential and help shape a more sustainably productive world.
We are a progressive university with an ambitious vision and a commitment to having a professional workforce that reflects the diversity of its community.
Staff engage students, parents, government, iwi, the wider community and many other external stakeholders and are expected to uphold the reputation of Lincoln University through the way they undertake their work.
Lincoln University's Te Tiriti o Waitangi responsibilities begin with mana whenua.
We acknowledge the special relationship and responsibilities our University has to Ngai Te Ruahikihiki and Te Taumutu Runanga which are embedded in our He Tutohinga Whakamatau, Charter of Understanding.Tono inaianei | Apply now
