Health and Safety Business Partner

At MOVe Logistics Group, safety is more than compliance, it's a core part of who we are. We're looking for an experienced and passionate Health & Safety Business Partner to join our team and play a key role in driving a strong safety culture across our diverse logistics and transport businesses. This is an opportunity to work closely with operational leaders, influence meaningful change, and help build environments where our people can perform at their best and return home safely every day. Reporting to the Senior Health & Safety Business Partner, you'll partner with leaders across multiple sites and business units, providing expert advice, coaching, and support while helping to implement and continuously improve our health, safety and wellbeing systems. About the Role As our Health & Safety Business Partner, you'll be a trusted advisor to operational leaders, helping embed our health and safety strategy, strengthen critical risk management, and develop capability across all levels of the business. You'll support key programmes including our ACC Accredited Employer Programme (AEP) and ISO 45001 management systems, while contributing to the development of practical frameworks, policies, standards, and initiatives that improve safety outcomes across the Group. This role offers variety, influence, and the opportunity to make a genuine difference in a complex, high-risk operating environment. About MOVe Logistics MOVe Logistics group a freight and logistics company listed on the NZX and ASX. MOVe is known for delivering exceptional service across the country. Our success is built on a commitment to people, innovation, and strong partnerships. At MOVe Logistics, we’re on an exciting journey, nearing the end of our "reset" phase, where we have been focusing on building strong foundations, and preparing to enter the "step up" stage of our roadmap. As we move forward, we are looking for someone who brings energy, thrives on variety, and who can seamlessly shift from working on strategic projects to rolling up their sleeves and getting things done. Key Responsibilities Drive Compliance and Risk Management Support the ongoing success of MOVe's ACC Accredited Employer Programme (AEP). Support and maintain ISO 45001 certification within our Specialist Lifting & Transport business. Ensure compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 and relevant regulations. Support critical risk management programmes and internal assurance activities. Facilitate risk assessments and support leaders to identify, assess, and manage operational risks. Develop and improve health and safety policies, standards, SOPs, and Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS). Provide Technical Health & Safety Expertise Lead and support incident investigations, including critical incidents, using methodologies such as ICAM. Analyse safety performance data, trends, and key risks to identify opportunities for improvement. Provide expert advice on legislative requirements and industry best practice. Support the development and delivery of practical health and safety training and initiatives. Build Capability and Safety Leadership Coach and support leaders to confidently lead health and safety within their teams. Develop the capability of Health & Safety Representatives and Safety Committees. Promote employee participation and engagement in health and safety initiatives. Foster a culture where risk awareness and risk management are shared responsibilities. Partner with the Business Build strong relationships with operational leaders and key stakeholders. Influence positive safety behaviours and drive accountability for safety performance. Provide practical, business-focused solutions that improve safety outcomes while supporting operational success. Contribute to strategic health and safety projects and continuous improvement initiatives. About You You're an experienced Health & Safety professional who enjoys partnering with operational leaders and finding practical solutions to complex challenges. You know how to balance compliance requirements with commercial realities, and you're passionate about helping people work safely. You'll Bring Minimum 5 years' experience in a dedicated Health & Safety role within high-risk industries such as logistics, transport, manufacturing, construction, or similar. NEBOSH, Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, or equivalent qualification. Strong knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 and risk management principles. Experience managing or supporting AEP and/or ISO 45001 systems. Proven experience developing health and safety frameworks, policies, standards, SOPs, and SWMS. Experience implementing and enhancing critical risk management programmes. Strong investigation and root-cause analysis capability. Excellent communication and influencing skills, from frontline teams through to senior leaders. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. A pragmatic, solutions-focused approach with the ability to build credibility and trust. Confidence using health and safety systems and reporting tools. NZISM membership (or working towards it) is advantageous. Why Join MOVe At MOVe, you'll be part of a business that is committed to building a safer, stronger, and more connected company. You'll work alongside experienced leaders, contribute to meaningful strategic initiatives, and have the opportunity to influence safety performance across a diverse national operation. We Offer A challenging and rewarding role with real impact. Opportunities to influence and drive change. Exposure to a broad range of operational environments. A supportive and collaborative team culture. Ongoing development and growth opportunities. Ready to Make a Difference? If you're an experienced Health & Safety professional looking for an opportunity to influence, partner, and drive meaningful improvement across a dynamic organisation, we'd love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr