Contractor Liaison and Permit Issuer

Job Description Contractor Liaison and Permit Issuer – Permanent, full‑time role with competitive remuneration and benefits. Location: Onsite, Wellington – Upper Hutt, New Zealand. Working Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday. Career growth: Expand your expertise in a growing, successful industry. Professional development: Gain valuable experience in a dynamic, evolving role. As the Contractor Liaison and Permit Issuer you are part of the Engineering CoE (Center of Excellence) group. You will primarily support contractors and colleagues in getting on the job in a compliant and efficient manner to meet KPIs by reviewing, guiding and approving permits and identifying and implementing process improvements to ensure the smooth running of the manufacturing facility. You support our Animal Health site by enabling unconstrained, compliant product supply at a cost point that meets our customers’ needs. Responsibilities Lead and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver on technical area targets. Anticipate and solve complex work requests that require safe implementation. Challenge processes and procedures to identify quality, safety and cost improvements; lead remediation such as SOP updates. Communicate effectively to ensure alignment within the team and with other stakeholders. Perform routine frontline technical activities, including contractor inductions, supporting maintenance, projects and production teams (e.g., confined space entry) and executing capital projects safely. Ensure all GMP, corporate and legislative compliance requirements are met. Organise daily tasks and support site schedules. Approve permits in accordance with company and Worksafe NZ policies. Carry out monthly audits and KPI reporting of permits and records. Maintain engineering staff and contractor training and records. Administer and operate staff and contractor management systems (e.g., Totara, ePass). Update site procedures related to contractors and permitting as required. Provide on‑the‑job training and coaching to staff and contractors regarding safe work practices. Qualifications National Certificate, Trade Qualification, Diploma or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Maintenance, Health & Safety or Industrial Operations. Demonstrated knowledge of New Zealand health and safety legislation, contractor management and permit‑to‑work systems. Proven ability to manage high‑risk work permits, conduct contractor inductions, identify and control risks, perform audits and maintain compliance in a highly regulated manufacturing environment. Strong communication, stakeholder management, problem‑solving and administrative skills. Extensive prior experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (pharmaceutical, animal health, food, chemical or similar). Report and investigation writing skills. Computer skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint. Experience with GMP/GLP or ISO 9000 is advantageous. Preferred Skills Routine Maintenance Current Employees apply Current Contingent Workers apply What You Can Expect Work autonomously while being supported and encouraged as part of a trusted global animal health organisation. Exposure to upskill and develop in your role. Flexibility and opportunities to grow into new skill sets. Collaborative team of likeminded individuals. We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing talented and committed people together. We encourage respectful challenge and collective problem‑solving in an inclusive environment. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr