- North Island based (major centres only)
- Permanent opportunity
- Join a team that provides specialist advice, support and frameworks to ensure that our people and those we work with stay safe and secure
Mo m tou | About us
Oranga Tamariki-Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do. In our work, we aim to demonstrate these values:
- We put Tamariki first
- We believe Aroha is vital
- We respect the Mana of people
- We are Tika and Pono
- We value Whakapapa
- We recognise that Oranga is a journey
We are committed to ensuring that New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapu, iwi and M ori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.
Mo te tunga | About the role
You will provide expert technical advice and support to strengthen the organisation's strategic and operational approach to all aspects of health and safety. In addition, you will work closely with the Manager of Health and Safety to build relationships and partner with key internal and external stakeholders, contributing to the development and implementation of health and safety processes and practices, and ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and requirements.
Ng pumanawatanga ou | What you will bring
You will be a resourceful leader and expert in health, safety, and risk, driven by a strong work ethic and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Key requirements of the role include:
- Extensive knowledge and experience in health and safety in a diverse environment is essential
- Demonstrated experience in advising and supporting individuals at all levels within large, complex, and high-risk organisations, including multi-site and remote operations.
- A resourceful and self-motivated leader who takes ownership of challenges and problems as they arise, and thrives under pressure.
- Skilled in multitasking, meeting tight deadlines, and delivering practical solutions to complex problems that drive business success.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including oral and written communication and particularly the ability to present ideas, information and advice in a way that is understandable by a range of audiences
- Influencing business practices across business groups to drive the adoption of a whole-of-organisation approach to health and safety
- Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga M ori, and Pacific peoples' culture
Nou te rourou | What's in it for you
Oranga Tamariki offer a step based remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. Annual remuneration for this position starts between $125,926 and $139,459 dependant on experience. We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. We offer significant training and professional development so that you can thrive and grow. We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi.
To see all the benefits of working for Oranga Tamariki, please visit https://mahi.orangatamariki.govt.nz/working-with-us/employee-benefits/
Me pehea te tuku tono | How to Apply
Apply online with your CV and Covering Letter. If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee already, please ensure you apply with a log in using your Oranga Tamariki email address.
If you have any questions about role, please contact Info_recruit@ot.govt.nz
Hurry as applications for this role close at 5pm on Thursday 28th August
However, we will be reviewing applications and inviting candidates to interview prior to this date, so apply now!
If you are interested in any of our vacancies, please ensure that you make yourself familiar with our code of conduct as it sets out our expectations for our kaimahi and requires you to present at work free from the influences of both drugs and alcohol.