Health & Safety Business Partner

About the role:

We're looking for an HSQE Business Partner to join our Transmission and Growth division. In this role, you'll work closely with operational teams to embed a strong safety culture, ensure compliance, and drive improvements across health, safety, quality, and environmental standards. You will act as the go-to HSQE expert for your assigned business units, champion proactive safety through coaching and leadership, and support incident investigations while contributing to strategic HSQE planning. The role also involves conducting site inspections, audits, and risk assessments, building strong relationships with operational leaders, contractors, and regulatory bodies, and leading continuous improvement initiatives that help protect our people and the environment.

About you:

-Relevant HSQE qualification (Level 4 HSQE Diploma, NEBOSH, or equivalent).

-5+ years' experience in HSQE roles, ideally in contracting, energy, or electrical distribution.

-Strong knowledge of health and safety principles and risk management.

-Experience in investigations, audits, and assurance reporting.

-Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

-A practical background in electrical or civil construction is advantageous.

What We Offer:

-Competitive remuneration with Northpower vehicle.

-An in-house well-being programme, a peer support network (Kaitiaki) and EAP services.

-Life Insurance and group discounted medical insurance.

-Commitment to professional growth and development.

-A friendly workplace where people are valued and appreciated.

-Family-friendly events and discounted gym membership along with various retail discounts.

About us:

Northpower is an electricity and fibre network provider for Whangarei and Kaipara, with more than 60,000 connected customers. We are one of the largest multi-utility contractors in New Zealand, servicing the needs of clients in transmission, distribution, generation, fibre, renewables, and commercial sectors. We have a reputation for excellence and innovation, providing commercially viable solutions for electrical and telecommunication design, construction, and maintenance requirements. We have over 1,400 staff working together across 16 locations to keep the power on and the lights going for our customers.

Apply Now:

Be the driving force behind a proactive safety culture, ensuring compliance, reducing risk, and making a real impact on our people and communities. Apply now via #REQ1810 New Zealand work rights are required for the role. Pre-employment checks will include a criminal history check, drug and alcohol testing, and a medical assessment.