Are you ready to be a part of something exceptional? Invercargill City Council invites you to become a driving force in our future-focused team. With a vibrant atmosphere and an unwavering commitment to our values—positivity, respect, responsibility, and above and beyond—we're passionate about creating a team full of outstanding individuals who are as passionate about shaping the future as we are.

We are seeking a professional, proactive Health & Safety Advisor to join our friendly Health and Safety Team. You will play a key role in identifying and managing health and safety risks, providing expert health and safety advice across Council, and work with our people in a way that promotes a positive safety culture.

Key responsibilities for this role include:

• Provide practical H&S advice and guidance to managers, employees, and Health & Safety Representatives, supporting the Health & Safety Committee and helping progress agreed objectives.
• Manage incident and hazard processes, assessing reports, completing or supporting thorough investigations, identifying corrective actions, and coordinating notifiable event requirements.
• Support organisational risk assurance by completing risk assessments, monitoring activities, reviewing controls, and providing clear insights on injury, absence, and wellbeing trends.
• Assist with rehabilitation and return-to-work process and ensuring accurate, timely reporting.
• Support the Health & Safety Committee, helping set objectives, providing practical H&S advice, and encouraging strong employee engagement.
• Strengthen H&S capability, delivering training, supporting contractor safety processes, and completing audits and inspections.

What you will bring:

• Strong ability to build, manage, and maintain positive working relationships across all levels of the organisation
• Proven expertise in applying current New Zealand health and safety legislation, codes of practice, guidelines, and standards
• Exceptional attention to detail, with a systematic and highly organised approach to work
• A collaborative mindset with excellent problem-solving skills
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of health and safety audit and accreditation processes
• Demonstrated experience supporting the delivery of H&S systems and programmes, including effective application of policies and processes, as well as robust hazard identification and reporting practices

What we offer:

• Flexible working environment
• Career progression and training/development opportunities
• Positive focus of employee health and well-being: Workstation assessments, free flu vaccines, EAP services, 50% off eye exams, discounted gym memberships etc
• KiwiSaver and Superannuation Schemes
• Access to sick leave from day one of employment
• Appointment time leave: Up to 2 hours for important appointments e.g. Doctor, bank, dentist

This is a permanent full-time position working 40 hours per week, primarily 8.00am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday.

Waihōpai Invercargill is New Zealand's southernmost city and the heart and hub of Southland. We're known for our lush green spaces, like award-winning Queens Park, our long summer daylight hours and our local legend Burt Munro. Our city has character, charm and a laidback atmosphere. There are outstanding nature reserves, Ōreti Beach and the Waihōpai River to explore plus our lively restaurants complemented by a thriving entertainment and arts scene which are hard to beat! The sensible gridded layout featuring wide streets ensures a convenient 10-minute drive to work. Who wouldn't want to call this place home?

To learn more, view the full position description or contact Invercargill City Council on (03) 211 1777. Please note: applications submitted via SEEK will not be received. Apply online at Jobs - Invercargill City Council.

Applications close Sunday, 11 January 2026. Please note applications will be processed as they are received and we encourage you to apply early as this advert may be removed at any time.

Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand. While all applications will be considered, preference will be given to candidates currently residing in New Zealand.