Environmental, Health and Safety Specialist ANZ

Environmental, Health and Safety Specialist ANZ Based in Christchurch New Zealand, this is an experienced Senior level EHS Specialist role supporting New Zealand and Australia operations across two distinct environments: an engineering and R&D site in Christchurch, New Zealand, and field operations workforce across Australia. In Christchurch, you'll be the on-site EHS presence responsible for legislative compliance and safety culture among engineering and technical staff. Across Australia, you'll formalise compliance documentation, establish corporate oversight, and provide ongoing training and support to field-based solar and battery installation teams. Periodic travel to Australia will be required. Key responsibilities Ensure site compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 (HSWA), WorkSafe NZ regulations, and relevant approved codes of practice at the Christchurch engineering and R&D site Develop, implement, and maintain site EHS programmes, risk assessments, and the safety management system, working toward or maintaining ISO 45001 alignment Manage electrical safety programmes including LOTO, isolation procedures, and high-voltage testing protocols, and act as Radiation Safety Officer (full training provided) Review, update, and formally endorse the WHS documentation framework for the Australian field workforce, ensuring compliance across all states and territories Serve as the primary EHS point of contact for Field Service Technicians and Field Application Engineers operating across Australia Administer the SafetyCulture platform as the field safety documentation tool and develop structured EHS training and toolbox talks for field personnel Conduct risk assessments specific to R&D activities, prototype testing, and residential and commercial solar and battery installation environments Lead incident investigations using root cause analysis (ICAM or equivalent) across both environments, and track corrective actions to closure Provide regular reporting to management on EHS performance, compliance status, and key risks across ANZ Engage corporate and legal stakeholders to maintain governance and sign-off processes for safety documentation About you Minimum 6 years' experience in EHS, WHS, or OHS roles, with exposure to both fixed-site and field, multi-site, or remote workforce environments Working knowledge of New Zealand health and safety legislation (HSWA 2015) or Australian WHS legislation – strong in one with a genuine willingness to develop the other is acceptable Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain EHS documentation, risk frameworks, and management system processes Experience conducting risk assessments, internal audits, and incident investigations Comfortable working autonomously, with the ability to engage and influence people you will not always see in person Strong communication skills – able to translate compliance requirements into clear, practical guidance for both technical R&D staff and frontline field workers Electrical background or strong working knowledge of electrical safety – Registered Electrician (NZ EWRB) or equivalent Australian qualification highly desirable Experience with SafetyCulture (iAuditor) or equivalent digital field safety platforms, and ISO 45001 implementation or audit experience, both highly desirable Relevant qualification such as a Certificate IV or Diploma in WHS, or equivalent, is highly desirable Benefits Competitive salaries, quarterly bonuses and stock options Long service leave Medical insurance cover (yourself and your immediate family members) Annual merit reviews Fast-paced environment with opportunities for career growth and development Well-equipped laboratories About us Enphase Energy is the fastest growing inverter company in the world. By combining the power of solar energy and the proven advantages of communications technology, Enphase Energy makes solar power systems productive, reliable, smart, and safe - increasing the energy harvest of solar panels by up to 25 percent. Our microinverter system is profoundly changing the way solar systems function, and as a result, changing the solar industry itself. As we continue our exciting growth, we are building teams with highly talented individual contributors and leaders who design, develop, install, and manufacture next generation solar technologies. #J-18808-Ljbffr