About the Role (Permanent, Part Time – 28 hours per week)

The Mackenzie District Council has a fantastic opportunity for a Health and Safety Business Partner to join our team. Bring your experience and expertise to a role that looks after our people.

Our H&S Business Partner needs to take control of legislative compliance, continuously work on improving health and safety management systems, partnering with senior leadership and business unit managers to prevent harm and reduce risk and providing ongoing education in the H&S space. We want all those working with MDC, both employee and contractor, to go home safe at the end of the day so this role is vital in making sure this happens.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

· Provide expert advice on health and safety issues, and best practice

· When necessary, attend executive meetings where advice from a H&S subject matter expert is required

· Continue to drive the development of Health and Safety Management System, processes, and standard operating procedures

· Ensure that risk assessments are undertaken across all activities

· Regular reporting of incidents / hazards etc to the Executive team, Council’s Audit and Risk Committee and undertake investigations when necessary (acting on and escalating where appropriate in the areas of noncompliance)

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have at least 3 years practical experience in a health and safety role, a relevant tertiary qualification in health and safety, and demonstrated knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015. You will also have:

· Experience in the development and implementation of health and safety management systems

· ICAM certified / working knowledge of ISO45001 – preferred but not essential.

· Confidence and ability to build trusting relationships with managers and employees, and conduct training when necessary

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, displaying clarity, fluency, and conciseness

· Ability to work independently and collaboratively

What We Can Offer You

· A competitive salary to be discussed with the successful candidate

· Annual salary review and regular performance reviews to promote progression in your role

· A range of staff benefits including health insurance, professional memberships, and a range of retail discounts including discounted fuel.

· A supportive team and manager that values both autonomy and teamwork to achieve a shared vision

About Mackenzie District Council

At Mackenzie District Council we work together as a team to deliver the best outcomes for our district.

This could be the first step on a journey that sees you living and working in this iconic part of New Zealand. With only a 45-minute drive from Timaru, you get the best of both worlds – experience the seaside in the city and the mountains in the mighty Mackenzie!

As part of Team Mack, we aim to give superb service to our customers, working together as a team, building a culture where we can all contribute our ideas, focusing on outcomes.

How to Apply

If some or all of this role aligns with you, please click ‘Apply’ and follow the prompts. If you would like a copy of the position description, click here. If you would like more information about the role or Mackenzie District Council, contact Nicole Colvill, HR & Health & Safety Coordinator, for a confidential chat on 027 217 6858 or nicole.colvill@mackenzie.govt.nz.

Please note that the full-time equivalent salary for this role is $85,000 to 95,000 which will be prorated to 28 hours per week. Whilst this role is part time, the days and hours of work can be negotiated with the successful candidate.

Applications close 11th May 2026