Health and Safety Advisor – Auckland Meat Processors
Our Vision: Great Meat Delivered with Pride
Auckland Meat Processors is looking for an experienced Health and Safety Advisor who understands the demands of a busy processing environment and can turn safety requirements into practical action.
Working closely with the Health and Safety Manager, managers, supervisors and employees, you’ll support safe work practices across our red meat processing and further processing operations. This is a hands-on role with regular time on the production floor, backed by accurate records, clear reporting and consistent follow-up.
About the Role
You’ll help maintain and improve our health and safety management systems, identify risks and work with operational teams to put effective controls in place.
Your responsibilities will include:
Providing practical advice and coaching to managers, supervisors and employees.
Conducting workplace inspections and risk assessments covering machinery, chemicals, manual handling and live animal work.
Investigating incidents and near misses, identifying contributing factors and following corrective actions through to completion.
Delivering safety inductions and training, and checking that employees understand and apply safe work practices.
Supporting compliance with relevant health and safety legislation, industry standards and ACC Accredited Employers Programme requirements.
Maintaining safety records, preparing reports and supporting audits.
Reviewing procedures and checking that risk controls remain effective on the floor.
About You
You’re approachable, observant and comfortable speaking up when something needs attention. You can work alongside production teams, explain requirements clearly and help people resolve safety issues.
We’re looking for:
At least two years’ experience in a health and safety role, preferably in meat processing, food manufacturing or another high-risk environment.
A sound understanding of health and safety management systems, risk assessment and hazard controls.
Incident investigation experience; an ICAM qualification would be an advantage.
Strong communication skills and the ability to coach and influence others.
Good computer skills, including Excel, record management and report preparation.
Attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities and follow up outstanding actions.
A relevant health and safety qualification, such as NEBOSH, a diploma or equivalent, would be an advantage.
What We Offer
Competitive salary and benefits.
Training and development opportunities.
Support from the Health and Safety Manager and operational teams.
Modern facilities, free parking and staff shop access.
Practical involvement in improving safety across a busy processing operation.
Additional Requirements
Appropriate legal rights to work in New Zealand.
Successful completion of a pre-employment medical assessment and drug test.
Availability for some travel.
Comfort working regularly in production areas.
Apply with your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why this role interests you.