Advisor Operational Support

About this role

About Us

What is the most important thing in the world, it is people, it is people, it is people 

He aha te mea nui o tēnei ao? He tangata, he tangata, he tangata.

WorkSafe New Zealand/ Mahi Haumaru Aotearoa, is the primary workplace health and safety regulator – our vision is that everyone who goes to mahi (work) comes home healthy and safe. Our kaimahi (employees) are passionate about our vision and embrace and demonstrate our Mātāpono WorkSafe Values through the mahi they do: 

• Whakakotahi – we're united in a strong purpose 
• Kōrero mai – we engage meaningfully 
• Tiakina mai - we're entrusted with a duty of care. 

We offer a range of benefits including:

• Free life insurance
• Discounts on health insurance and eye care
• Five weeks annual leave
• 15 days sick leave and
• Learning and professional development opportunities

There are a growing number of employee led networks to promote the goals and needs of our diverse communities, such as our Rainbow Network, Pacific Network, Women's Network, and Tū Rangatira Māori Network.

 

About your team / Ko te tīma

New Zealand Mining Board of Examiners and Operational Support team advises WorkSafe on reporting and competencies for those working in New Zealand's extractive's industry. The team also administers examinations for applicants and issues and renews certificates of competence, among other functions.

We are a highly effective team which provides high quality advice and support to the Board. This includes providing secretarial support to the Board, providing advice on a wide variety of topics, implementing the Board's decisions, and working on projects.  We work out in the industry, engaging with industry organisations and individuals within the extractives industry.

 

About the role / Ō te tūranga

In this role, and in collaboration with the other Advisor Operational Support, you'll provide high-quality, customer-focused advisory and operational services, helping to ensure that our internal processes run smoothly and efficiently. Your contribution will be vital in driving continuous quality improvements, working alongside a dedicated team committed to supporting health and safety excellence across Aotearoa.

We're looking for someone who is process-focused and confident using technology to manage end-to-end systems. You'll bring a strong eye for detail and the ability to ensure that our Inspectors meet their reporting obligations accurately and on time. Your ability to build credibility and engage confidently with senior kaimahi will be key to your success.

 

What You'll Do/ Ko tōu ake mahi

• Provide advisory and operational support for regulatory reporting, including processing notifications, monthly monitoring, and maintaining databases.
• Manage data systems and tools such as Atlas and SharePoint, and the group mailbox.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives by ensuring accuracy and consistency across reporting processes.
• Support the Board of Examiners Secretariat and other High Hazards, Energy and Public Safety as required, assisting with administrative and operational needs.
• Foster strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and contribute to team projects, ensuring timely and efficient delivery.

 

What You'll Bring / Ko ngā pukenga ōu

• Experienced in developing and maintaining accurate data management systems and processes and proficient in using IT applications.
• Adaptability and the ability to multitask effectively in a dynamic environment, managing various support, administrative, and reporting tasks.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with solid numeracy and basic analytical and reporting capabilities.
• Proven relationship management skills, including the ability to navigate and maintain challenging professional relationships.
• Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Self-motivated, customer-focused, and proactive in taking initiative to complete tasks efficiently.

With your food basket and my food basket the people will thrive.

Nāu te rourou, nāku te rourou, ka ora ai te iwi. 

The full position description is available from the advert on our careers centre: WorkSafe New Zealand

Salary range / Awhe utu

As part of our remuneration framework the full salary range for the position is from $80,037 to $105,342, and we anticipate appointing up to the midpoint.  Note: KiwiSaver/SSRSS employer contribution is additional to/on top of your base salary.

How to apply / Me pēhea te tono -

Click the apply link, complete an application form and submit a copy of your CV and cover letter.

For further information please contact careers@worksafe.govt.nz with any queries, or to find out more about working for us, go to Careers | WorkSafe.

WorkSafe Mahi Haumaru is an equal opportunity employer.  We value diversity and welcome and encourage applicants from all walks of life.  We value the experience your point of difference could bring to us.

Please let us know if there is any support we can provide to ensure the recruitment process is accessible to you. We look forward to reviewing your application and getting to know more about you.

 

Applications close on Wednesday 28 May 2025.