Health &Safety Advisor - South Island

Location: Christchurch, Timaru, or Dunedin

About us:

3 Islands Intermodal is a leading New Zealand intermodal logistics company comprising of four divisions: Ports, Inland Logistics, Retail Freight Forwarding and Wholesale Air Freight.

3 Islands has operations at nine ports, six inland depots and two airports across New Zealand, offering its customers a comprehensive range of logistics services to fulfil their import and export ambitions to and from any region of New Zealand.

Unique amongst its competitors, it is 100% Kiwi-owned and has a proud culture focused on safety, upskilling and a flat, solutions-driven management approach. Among its employee benefits, all 3 Islands employees participate in the success of the group as beneficiaries of the Employee Trust, which owns 7.5% of the group businesses.

3 Islands is continuing to experience strong growth throughout its nationwide, intermodal network and, in response, is building out its team in every region to respond to customer demand to evolve the logistics industry, driven by a spirit of safety, efficiency and innovation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Monitor and manage workplace H&S program (Vault), seeking improvement and hazard elimination. 
• Manage day-to-day operations and needs for H&S
• Complete regular on-site audits across and ensure all action items are closed out within specified time. 
• Educate managers and staff on all Safety matters to promote best practice and statutory and legal compliance. 
• Encourage best H&S practices by building relationships and implementing programs to promote positive behaviour. Include staff members across the business in program development.
• Assist Operational Managers with their risk assessments and risk management of their operations. 
• Manage incidents and accidents by leading investigations, follow-up, and return to work programs.
• Organise and enhance systems utilising developed technologies and ensure all H&S aspects are considered in company decisions.
• Build strong relationships with Managers and operational staff to ensure widespread support for Home safe initiatives and process compliance. 

About you:

• Experienced H&S Advisor or operational manager, ideally with a track record in the maritime industry in New Zealand

This is a unique opportunity to join one of New Zealand’s leading intermodal logistics companies with ambitious growth plans. You will have the chance to influence, shape, and drive the business, playing a key role as 3 Islands continues to scale its intermodal platform nationwide. If you would like to be part of a leading intermodal logistics business where culture is central to our success and have the opportunity for equity participation, we would like to hear from you. We welcome interest from New Zealanders currently working offshore

who are considering a return home, New Zealanders currently working in New Zealand at the top of their game, and we would consider candidates with international experience who might have a connection to NZ.

How to apply

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make a real impact, click Apply Now and submit your CV and cover letter

Candidates must have legal rights to work in New Zealand.