Health Safety & Wellbeing Advisor

at  Fisher Paykel Healthcare

About the Role
Care by Design is the way we do business, and this includes our approach to health, safety, and wellbeing (HSW).
We do this because people are our most important asset at F&P. Good health and safety at work secures long-term benefits for our people, our business, and the communities that we all work and live in.
Reporting to the Group Services HSW Manager we are looking for a high-performing and hands-on HSW Advisor to join our HSW team in a dynamic role that supports a diverse portfolio ranging from Corporate staff, through to our Facilities and Distribution Teams.
Based onsite at our East Tamaki campus, you will build trust with teams and inspire change by providing comprehensive insights and advice that directly improves the safety of work. Partnering with stakeholders, the role will promote leadership engagement, empower our employees, and take a risk-based approach to continuously improve our ways of working.

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for a curious, engaging and technically savvy solutions focused person who understands the ‘bigger picture’ and is passionate about safety at work.
You will have a consultative and collaborative approach and highly proficient communication skills enabling you to build strong relationships of trust, to partner effectively at all levels and to guide and influence safety outcomes. You will be constantly seeking ways to challenge the status quo and empower shared leadership and ownership of safety within our business.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• A minimum of 3 years HSW experience, preferably gained in a large organisation that is recognised as a leader in HSW.
• A tertiary qualification in Workplace Health and Safety, or an equivalent degree such as NEBOSH (preferred).
• The ability to work collaboratively to foster and promote a positive safety culture.
• Experience undertaking routine safety inspections, conducting risk assessments, identifying hazards, and implementing risk controls.
• Experience escalating and investigating H&S events and ensuring corrective actions are applied.
• Experience working with a safety management system and/ or a working knowledge of ISO45001 in New Zealand.
• Experience conducting audits.
• Experience with contractor management is highly desirable.

ABOUT US

Fisher & Paykel Healthcare is a world leader in the design, manufacture, and marketing of medical devices, exporting to over 120 countries globally. We are an iconic New Zealand company with a consistent growth strategy ensuring an expanding range of innovative devices for use in respiratory care, acute care and the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea.
We focus on nurturing a positive and inclusive culture based on trust and respect. In New Zealand, our employee-led communities, Spectra (rainbow), Manaaki (Māori) and Women in Engineering play an important role in this culture. We also have a commitment to creating a positive lasting impact on society, shown by our support of New Zealand organisations such as Diversity Works NZ, Pride Pledge and Global Women.

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