Operational Health, Safety & Environment Manager (26/08Rs)

Are you an Operational Health & Safety expert with a passion for the Built Environment space? This is your chance to elevate your career and work within an educational community where there is real purpose and meaning.
Due to the complexity and geographical distribution, this role is busy and complex. In order to apply, you will need a strong understanding of the specific H&S needs for higher-risk property, construction, and maintenance disciplines and will act as the in-house specialist for operational safety within the workplace, therefore being the eyes and ears on all safety matters.
In this role you will:

Liaise with (and direct where applicable) strategic contractor safety activities on high profile infrastructure projects.
Be the go-between person on externally contracted projects, including pre-project planning on matters pertaining to safety.
Respond to emergencies, such as workplace accidents and provide investigative reporting as required on worksite incidents, including liaison with Worksafe NZ where necessary.
Liaise on matters of common interest, including legislative and regulatory compliance.
Inspect work areas for safety hazards and risks.
Develop safety SOPs for contracted projects - including pre-project planning and implementation of Permit to Work (PTW) arrangements.
Write accident reports based on investigations.
Ensure workplace safety standards meet legal requirements.
Further develop and maintain the existing Safety, Risk and Hazard records in accordance with current legal and best practice requirements.

Skills and Experience needed for this role:

Diploma qualifications in workplace and/or architectural safety management OR 5+ years proven experience within the built or other environments.
More than 3 years experience in an Operational Safety (leadership) role.
Proven ability to effectively communicate the importance of safety and regulatory requirements to all levels including senior stakeholders and leadership.
Sound organisation and planning skills with a demonstrated ability to work on numerous requirements and tasks simultaneously.

Please note all applications must be submitted through the online process.

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