Health, Safety & Wellness Advisor

Health Safety & Wellness Advisor
Buller District Council Westport New Zealand
Permanent Full-time 40 Hours per week

Join the Buller District Council Team! Hono atu ki te roopu Kaunihera a rohe o Buller!
Are you passionate about creating safer healthier workplaces and supporting the wellbeing of others The Buller District Council is seeking a proactive and knowledgeable Health Safety & Wellness Advisor to champion our commitment to a safe and thriving work environment.

Who are we Ko wai tatou
At Buller District Council we are a dedicated customer-focused team committed to maintaining the beauty of our region from Karamea to Punakaiki and inland to the environs of Reefton. This is your unique opportunity to step into the wilderness and make a tangible difference in the Buller District. If you possess the expertise and a proactive attitude to deliver exceptional service to our community wed love to hear from you!

Why Join Us He aha te hono mai ki a mātau

The Buller District Council serves one of the most unique regions in Aotearoa. Our mission is to support the wellbeing of our communities while preserving the districts distinctive natural cultural and historical environment. As an employer we value diversity collaboration and continuous improvement and were committed to helping our people grow.

• Shape the future of Buller lead strategic growth and sustainable development
• Work in a scenic district with a great lifestyle balance.
• Be part of a collaborative and supportive team with a high focus on wellbeing

What Will You Do Ka aha koe
Key responsibilities will include:

• Promote and facilitate Health Safety and Wellness initiatives across all Council facilities.
• Conduct regular audits risk assessments and document reviews.
• Provide expert advice on best practice Health & Safety and legislative compliance.
• Maintain and develop the Councils Health & Safety systems including Damstra Safety (Vault)/Ideagen)
• Support emergency management planning and scenario training.
• Coordinate training wellness programmes and H&S communications.
• Lead and contribute to continuous improvement of H&S processes and procedures.
• Ensure Councils Health & Safety Handbook and documentation remain current and accessible.

Who Are You Ko wai koe
We are looking for someone with:

Essential:

• Tertiary qualification in Health & Safety or 35 years experience in a similar role.
• Strong working knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work Act (HSWA).
• Experience developing H&S systems policies and procedures.
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage a diverse workload and work collaboratively across teams.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills.
• A current NZ driver licence and the right to work in New Zealand

Desirable:

• Experience coordinating Health Safety and Wellness programmes.
• Strong presentation skills and the ability to engage staff at all levels.
• Innovative mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.

Our Mission To tatou misioni
To serve the residents of the Buller district conscious of their needs by providing facilities and services and creating an appropriate environment for progress and development while preserving the distinctive natural environment as well as the cultural and historical environments.

If youre ready to make a significant impact and work in a supportive forward-thinking environment wed love to hear from you!

Position Description on request

All applications are required to be accompanied by a cover letter and a copy of your current Curriculum Vitae.

Any enquiries about this role please email:

Applications close: Friday 01 May 2026

Required Experience:

Senior IC