Health, Safety and Wellbeing Partner

Reference # 34919

Closes on 04 Aug 2026 12:00

Location(s) Hamilton Office

Expertise Environmental, Human Resources

Job level(s) Experienced

Work type(s) Permanent full-time

In the moment, for the future

At Genesis, care shows up in so many ways. We’re a place where support runs deep, knowledge is shared freely, and people feel seen, heard, and valued. Whether you’re just starting out or bringing years of experience, you’ll find a team that lifts you up and helps you thrive. If you’re looking for a workplace where wellbeing and belonging are part of the DNA, you’ve found it.

What you’ll do

As our Health, Safety and Wellbeing Partner, you'll provide strategic health, safety and wellbeing leadership across Genesis. Working alongside leaders and frontline teams, you'll strengthen critical risk management, influence safe decision-making and help continuously improve our Health, Safety and Wellbeing Management System across operational and corporate environments.

Key responsibilities include;

Partner with leaders to identify, manage and improve critical health and safety risks.

Lead critical risk assessments, assurance activities and incident investigations.

Embed and continuously improve Genesis' Health, Safety and Wellbeing Management System.

Provide trusted advice on operational risk, contractor safety and regulatory compliance.

Travel across New Zealand to support operational sites with visible safety leadership and frontline engagement.

What you’ll bring

You'll bring extensive health and safety experience, strong influencing skills and a passion for helping people work safely in complex operational environments.

You will also bring;

Experience in health, safety and wellbeing within a high-hazard industry.

Strong knowledge of critical risk management and incident investigation.

Proven ability to influence senior leaders and operational teams.

Experience leading audits, assurance activities and continuous improvement initiatives.

Understanding of New Zealand health and safety legislation and contractor management.

A collaborative approach, with the flexibility to regularly travel throughout New Zealand.

How we’ll help you thrive

At Genesis, we know that every moment matters - it’s not just about the mahi today, it’s also all the other benefits that set you up for a thriving future.

Some of our benefits include

Southern Cross medical insurance, plus life, trauma and income protection insurances

Electricity and gas discounts and an extra 20 Power Shout hours per year.

Up to 4% match on KiwiSaver contributions or 3% with our GenSaver allowance.

Flexible working and leave options to support you to balance personal and professional needs.

Annual wellbeing allowance, access to Best Doctors online service for you and your family and other wellbeing offerings.

Career development opportunities and a supportive learning culture.

We're proud of our strong culture, which makes Genesis a great place to work. Ensuring our people are safe at work and can be themselves is crucial, this is reflected in our focus on safety and wellbeing.

We believe embracing diversity, embedding equity and being intentional about inclusion are essential to making Genesis a strong, innovative workplace where different backgrounds, perspectives and ideas thrive.

Ready to join us?

This is more than just a job - it’s your chance to be part of something meaningful. If you’re curious, capable, and care about creating a better future, don’t wait. Let’s shape what’s next, together. Join us and enjoy all that’s ahead – for your career and New Zealand’s energy future. This could be your moment,