Senior Advisor, Health and Safety

About the role

This is a significant opportunity for an experienced health and safety professional to help shape a more proactive, risk-led wellbeing and safety approach within the organisation. The position has evolved to better support a stronger focus on prevention, and it offers the chance to influence how health and safety is embedded across the business.

In this senior advisory position, you will support leaders, strengthen organisational capability, improve systems and practices, and help build a lasting safety culture. Your work will have a broad impact on leadership capability, risk management, and overall organisational performance.

Key responsibilities

• Offer senior, evidence-based guidance across the full range of health and safety matters.
• Help shape, deliver, and assess strategic health and safety initiatives, ensuring they support organisational priorities.
• Take ownership of incident investigation management.
• Use reporting, insights, and analysis to support decision-making and drive cultural improvement.
• Work closely with People and Capability teams to support a joined-up approach to wellbeing and safety.
• Run workshops, training sessions, and communication activities that strengthen engagement and capability at every level.

What you will bring

The organisation is looking first and foremost for the right person, including how you build relationships, approach challenges, and make an impact.

• Strong knowledge of New Zealand health and safety law, standards, and current best practice.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and build effective relationships across all levels of an organisation.
• Experience developing or improving health and safety management systems in large or complex environments.
• Well-developed analytical, communication, and coaching capabilities.
• A full New Zealand driver licence is required.
• At least 5 years of health and safety experience, including 2 or more years in a senior advisory role.
• A tertiary or postgraduate qualification in Health and Safety is preferred.

About the employer

The Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand is the country’s aviation safety and security regulator. It protects the travelling public, supports the aviation industry, and helps uphold New Zealand’s international reputation.

The organisation’s vision is to maintain a safe and secure aviation system so people are safe, and feel safe, when they fly. Its values are Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Transparency, and Collaboration. It also states a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and a workplace where people feel safe, respected, and able to contribute.

Location

This role is based in Christchurch or Queenstown.

Salary

The salary range for this position is between $115,536 and $141,751. Starting pay will depend on the successful candidate’s skills, knowledge, experience, and internal pay relativity.

Why join

• Employer KiwiSaver contributions of up to 4%.
• Vision support.
• Flu vaccinations.
• Employee Assistance Programme.

Application process

Applicants should complete the online form and provide both a CV and a cover letter. The cover letter is an important part of the assessment process and should clearly explain how your background matches the role.

The recruitment process is intended to be accessible and equitable for all candidates. If any support is needed to help make the process accessible, the organisation asks applicants to get in touch.

Applications close on 12 June 2026, though shortlisting may begin before that date and the vacancy may close earlier if sufficient applications are received.

Additional information

The role is described as broad, varied, and forward-looking, with a strong coaching focus to help leaders develop their health and safety capability.

Contact details for questions about the role or application process were provided in the source.