Group Health Safety & Wellbeing Manager - Construction
Summerset Retirement Villages
Developer and operator of retirement villages across New Zealand, offering independent living and care options.
Strategic leader overseeing health, safety and wellbeing for construction projects nationwide.
18 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
Onsite
Company Size
1,300 Employees
Service Specialisms
Retirement Living
Aged Care
Property Development
Construction
Design
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Buildings
Commercial
Care facilities
Serviced apartments
Villas
Townhouses
Apartments
Role
Description
hsw training
policy development
risk register
donesafe reporting
audit management
stakeholder liaison
- Collaborate with internal leaders and external partners to embed best practice and continuous improvement in HSW performance.
- Lead, coach, and support a team of HSW Advisors across regional and site-based projects.
- Design and deliver impactful HSW training for leaders and teams, with a focus on risk identification and mitigation.
- Develop and implement HSW policies aligned with Summerset’s HSWMS and NZ legislation. Ensure robust internal and external audit processes.
- Manage investigations, maintain the Construction Risk Register, use DoneSafe for incident reporting, and oversee hazard, risk, and contractor management.
- Lead the HSW relationship with the Chief Construction Officer and Construction SLT. Develop and deliver the annual HSW plan for construction.
- Drive critical risk management initiatives and champion wellbeing programmes including Mates in Construction.
Requirements
h&s qualification
audit certifications
nz legislation
10+ years
leadership
communication
- Relevant Health & Safety qualifications
- Desirable: Certified H&S Practitioner (NZISM, IOSH, HASANZ), audit certifications
- Strong knowledge of NZ H&S legislation and audit standards
- 10+ years’ experience in a senior HSW role, with a minimum of 5 years of HSW experience within the construction industry
- Proven leadership and coaching experience
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex data
Benefits
- Free Southern Cross health insurance (covering up to 75% of charges for GPs, dentists, physios and more)
- Birthday Leave
- Professional development and career progression opportunities tailored to you
- Flexible working hours including two work from home days
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
1997 Established
Year Founded
The company was founded in 1997 as a leader in retirement living.
- Designs, develops, and manages a wide range of retirement villages, focusing on independent living and residential care services.
- Expanded across New Zealand, with multiple villages located in key cities and towns.
- Specializes in creating modern, high-quality facilities that offer a variety of accommodation options for retirees.
- Strong commitment to resident care, with state-of-the-art care services tailored to meet changing health needs.
- Consistently strives to innovate within the retirement village sector, balancing comfort, independence, and community support.
- In recent years, has become a recognized leader in the industry, expanding its services and enhancing residents' quality of life.
Culture + Values
- We put people first in everything we do.
- We value quality, and are committed to delivering quality in every aspect of our business.
- We embrace innovation and creativity to continually improve the lives of our residents.
- We act with integrity and are committed to doing the right thing by our residents, team members, and communities.
- We support and encourage the growth of our people.
- We foster a positive, team-oriented, and respectful work environment.
Environment + Sustainability
30% reduction
Carbon Emissions Target
Aims to cut carbon emissions by 30% by 2030 as an interim step toward net zero.
Net Zero by 2050
Carbon Neutrality Goal
Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
- Energy-efficient buildings and renewable energy sources are key components of their sustainability strategy.
- They actively monitor and reduce waste through effective recycling programs.
- Water conservation initiatives are implemented across all villages to reduce environmental impact.
Inclusion & Diversity
40%
Female Board Representation
The company's board of directors is composed of 40% female members.
- Strives to create a diverse, inclusive workforce and a safe, welcoming environment for residents.
- They have implemented policies to ensure equal opportunities across all levels of the organization.
- Tracks and reports on gender diversity across various roles within the company.
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