Senior Advisor Health, Safety and Wellbeing

Posted: 02/06/2026

Closing Date: 14/06/2026

Job Type: Permanent - Part Time

Location: Wellington

Job Category: HR & Recruitment

Senior Advisor Health, Safety and Wellbeing

Permanent, Part time role (33.75 hours per week)

Wellington based role

About the role – Kōrero mō te tūranga

We’re looking for an energetic and passionate Senior Advisor Health, Safety, and Wellbeing to join our small but mighty Health, Safety and Wellbeing team at New Zealand Red Cross!

In this exciting and varied role, no one day will be the same! You will collaborate with our business units to provide expert HSW advice, guidance and support, while also leading the development and implementation of HSW systems, policies, initiatives, and programmes that align with NZRC’s overall HSW strategy. You’ll play a key role in driving impactful health, safety, and wellbeing projects that truly make a difference. If you’re ready to elevate your career and be a champion for health and safety, we’d love to hear from you!

Remuneration for this role reflects relevant skills and experience and is positioned mid $100k-$112k (pro-rata to 33.75 hours per week). NZRC remunerates on a total remuneration approach encompassing base salary and employer contribution to KiwiSaver. In addition, we offer 5 weeks annual leave and 12 days wellbeing (sick) leave.

What you bring - Nōu te rourou

To be considered for this role, you will be a credible and experienced HSW practitioner, either operating successfully at Senior Advisor level or ready to take the next step from an Advisor role into a broader role with increased responsibility.

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Provide specialist technical HSW advice, guidance and support to managers, employees, members and volunteers.
• Take the lead role in the development, review, and implementation of HSW policies, standards, systems, tools, and information.
• Deliver specialised HSW guidance and take the lead on projects, strategies, initiatives, and programs aimed at enhancing health, safety, and wellbeing throughout the organisation.
• Conduct internal HSW audits and investigations as required, ensuring compliance and addressing any issues.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders to drive HSW outcomes and manage industry supplier relationships.
• Stay updated on regulatory requirements, legislation, and best practices to ensure the organisation’s HSW practices remain compliant and effective.

Who are we looking for? – Mā‎ wai te mahi nei?

To be successful you will have:

• Good level knowledge of health and safety legislation, including the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015, and other relevant regulations.
• A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in an equivalent HSW Senior Advisor role
• Membership with a relevant professional body such as New Zealand Institute of Safety Management, is required.
• A Graduate Diploma or similar in HSW is desirable.
• ICAM trained and experience of ICAM investigations.
• Experience in contributing to the planning, design and implementation of HSW, strategies and initiatives.
• Experience in developing and implementing HSW policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Experience in HSW risk management and Critical risks.
• Project management experience is desirable.

About New Zealand Red Cross

New Zealand Red Cross is part of the world's largest humanitarian network, with over 13,000 members and employees dedicated to improving the lives of vulnerable people by mobilising the power of humanity and increasing community resilience.

Guided by our Fundamental Principles of humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality, we support people in times of need and help strengthen their resilience.

We are committed to having an accessible, diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free work environment where everyone can reach their full potential. We encourage all qualified persons who share our values and want to contribute to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace to apply.

Why work with us?

At New Zealand Red Cross, you’ll join a passionate and diverse team that values your contributions and shares your commitment to making a difference.

We are committed to represent the communities we serve, increasing diversity throughout our people and leadership, and creating a flexible and healthy work environment. Many roles offer flexible virtual/hybrid options to help our employees balance their personal and professional priorities.

Our benefits include

• Five weeks annual leave
• Career development opportunities
• Annual flu vaccinations
• Discounts on Southern Cross health insurance

We also encourage employee networks, including Takatāpui and Rainbow Network, Rōpū Hāpai Māori and the Sustainability Network, to foster connection and collaboration across our diverse workforce.

Please submit your application online , as we’re unable to accept direct applications. Your application must include the following documentation:

• A recent copy of CV/Resume

• Cover Letter

• Passport

• Legal Right to Work In New Zealand

You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this job. Applications close at 05:00 pm on 14/06/2026.

We will be screening applications as we receive them to move quickly to interview. You may be asked to complete a pre-interview screen via phone or video. Please let us know in your application if we need to make any specific accommodations during our process. Further information on this opportunity is available from Sharon Taylor – Manager Health Safety and Wellbeing on [email protected]

Note: We reserve the right to close applications before the closing date, so please register your interest early.