Quality and Safety Manager Compliance South Island

Dunedin - New Zealand

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 9 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Quality and Safety Manager - Compliance
Permanent Full-time
South Island

Who we are Ko wai mātou:
Awanui Group New Zealands largest human and veterinary pathology network with 25 laboratories 150 collection centres and over 2200 dedicated employees across New Zealand we are committed to delivering world-class service collecting analysing and reporting over 7 million patient results annually.

About the role Mō te tūranga:
Join our team as a Quality and Health & Safety Manager and take a leading role in shaping excellence at Awanui Labs. This is an exciting opportunity to drive the strategic direction of our regional laboratory operations ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety across all processes.

This is a permanent full-time role of 80 hours per fortnight. You will lead the development and implementation of Quality and Health & Safety systems ensuring compliance with national and international standards while fostering a
culture of continuous improvement innovation and workplace safety.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and maintain Quality and Health & Safety systems ensuring compliance with ISO 15189 ISO 45001 the Health and Safety at Work Act (2015) and other relevant standards.
Oversee audits reporting KPIs and regulatory compliance escalating incidents as required.
Develop and implement Quality Management and Health & Safety plans fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
Manage external Quality Assurance programs customer surveys complaints investigations and risk mitigation.
Chair and/or contribute to Quality and Health & Safety meetings including national forums.
Maintain systems equipment training and documentation to support operational excellence.

About you He kōrero mōu
To be successful in this role you need to have:

Experienced in senior laboratory roles or as a technical escalation point.
Strong background in managing Quality (ISO 15189 / AS/NZS) and Health & Safety systems (ISO 45001) in compliance with NZ standards.
Knowledgeable in laboratory equipment analysers and health & safety practices.
Experience with auditing systems and processes.
Skilled in problem-solving decision-making and working independently.
Strong planning time management monitoring and evaluation skills.
Effective communicator with presentation influencing and systems-thinking abilities.

Whats in it for you He aha mōu:
Joining Awanui Group means becoming part of a supportive and inclusive work environment that values the growth work-life balance and personal well-being of its employees. As part of our close-knit team you will have the opportunity to showcase your initiative collaboration and resilience.

We are on a mission to provide accurate medical expertise to every person every day and you can be a part of this meaningful endeavour. Explore excellent opportunities to enhance your skills with our in-house Learning & Development team ensuring your professional competency and career growth.

Youll also enjoy:

A competitive salary reflecting your experience and leadership impact in Quality and Health & Safety.
The opportunity to lead and enhance Quality and Safety systems that support Awanui Labs national growth and excellence.
Access to ongoing professional development and training to support your career advancement in laboratory leadership.
A collaborative supportive team culture that values innovation compliance and shared success.
The chance to make a meaningful impact on healthcare quality and safety across communities in New Zealand.

Dont miss this opportunity to contribute to a leading healthcare organization! Apply now with your CV and a cover letter.

Application closes 5 January 2026

Please Note: We will be reviewing CVs and conducting interviews throughout the recruitment period. Please ensure applications are submitted before the closing date.

Required Experience:

Manager

Quality and Safety Manager - CompliancePermanent Full-timeSouth IslandWho we are Ko wai mātou:Awanui Group New Zealands largest human and veterinary pathology network with 25 laboratories 150 collection centres and over 2200 dedicated employees across New Zealand we are committed to delivering worl...