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Health Safety and Wellbeing Advisor
ritchiestransport· Health, Safety & Wellbeing
About this role
The Opportunity
We are looking for a proactive and passionate Health, Safety & Wellbeing Advisor to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys building positive relationships, driving continuous improvement, and supporting leaders to create a strong health, safety and wellbeing culture.
About us
Ritchies Transport is one of New Zealand’s largest privately owned transport operators, providing bus and coach services across the country. Founded in 1935, the company has grown from a small family-run business into a major player in public transport, school bus services, and charter travel.
Ritchies operates urban bus networks in several regions, including Auckland, Queenstown, and Dunedin, as well as offering long-distance coach services and tourism transport. Known for its focus on safety, reliability, and customer service, the company plays a key role in connecting communities and supporting both daily commuters and the tourism industry.
About the role
Provide expert health, safety and wellbeing support across the business by advising managers, ensuring legislative compliance, conducting audits and risk assessments, investigating incidents, delivering training, promoting a positive safety culture, and driving continuous improvement through effective reporting and stakeholder engagement.
What you offer
- Experience in a Health & Safety Advisor or similar role.
- Knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015.
- Strong investigation and risk management skills.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
- High attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
- Experience using Microsoft Office and reporting systems.
- A relevant qualification in Health & Safety (or working towards one) is desirable.
- A current full New Zealand Driver Licence.
What we offer
- A supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and ongoing training.
- The chance to make a real impact on employee safety and wellbeing.
- Competitive salary based on skills and experience.
- Employee wellbeing initiatives.
- A diverse and inclusive workplace where your ideas are valued.
Apply now
If you're passionate about creating safer workplaces and supporting employee wellbeing, we'd love to hear from you.
As we are a health and safety consious employer, our pre-employment checks include drug testing, Ministry of Justice checks and reference checking.
Candidates for this position must be in New Zealand and have the right to work in New Zealand at the time of application.
Does this sound like you? Click apply and hop onboard with us!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the salary disclosed for the Health Safety and Wellbeing Advisor position at ritchiestransport?
The salary for this Health Safety and Wellbeing Advisor role at ritchiestransport is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Health Safety and Wellbeing Advisor position at ritchiestransport located?
This Health Safety and Wellbeing Advisor role at ritchiestransport is based in Hybrid, Swanson, Auckland, New Zealand. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Health Safety and Wellbeing Advisor role at ritchiestransport full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Permanent Full Time position. It is posted as a Health Safety and Wellbeing Advisor role in the Health, Safety & Wellbeing department at ritchiestransport.
Which team or department does the Health Safety and Wellbeing Advisor at ritchiestransport belong to?
This Health Safety and Wellbeing Advisor position is part of the Health, Safety & Wellbeing department at ritchiestransport. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Health Safety and Wellbeing Advisor position at ritchiestransport?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to ritchiestransport's official application portal hosted on bamboohr where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Health Safety and Wellbeing Advisor job at ritchiestransport posted?
This Health Safety and Wellbeing Advisor position at ritchiestransport was posted on Jul 3, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Health Safety and Wellbeing Advisor
ritchiestransport
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