Health & Safety Advisor

Title: Health & Safety Advisor Location: Nelson

Fitzgerald Construction is a well-established Nelson-based construction company delivering commercial, residential and specialist projects throughout the South Island.

As our business continues to grow, we are looking for a practical and motivated Health & Safety Advisor to join our team.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working with people, being out on site, and helping keep projects running safely and efficiently.

We’re not looking for someone to reinvent the wheel — we already have strong systems in place. What we need is someone who can help keep things moving, support our teams, maintain compliance requirements, and continue building a positive safety culture across the business.

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About the Role

Based in Nelson, this role combines office-based administration with regular travel to sites throughout the Nelson/Marlborough region, while also supporting remote projects across the South Island.

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Key responsibilities include:

• Site audits and inspections

• Toolbox meetings and site engagement

• Site inductions

• Incident investigations and reporting

• Preparing SSSPs, SWMS and other safety documentation

• Supporting tender and prequalification requirements

• Subcontractor compliance management

• Maintaining health & safety systems and accreditations

About You

You may already have health & safety experience, or you may come from a construction background and be looking to move into a dedicated H&S role.

The right attitude, communication skills and practical approach are just as important as formal qualifications.

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Ideally you will have:

• Construction industry experience or exposure

• Strong organisational and communication skills

• A proactive and practical mindset

• Good computer and administration skills

• A full NZ driver licence

Construction industry experience will be valued more highly than formal qualifications.

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What We Offer

• Full-time permanent role

• Company vehicle

• Mobile phone and laptop

• Ongoing training and career development

• Supportive and hardworking team environment

• Opportunity to grow within a respected South Island construction company

If you’re looking for a varied role where you can make a real contribution to a growing business, we’d like to hear from you.

Please send your CV, portfolio, and a brief cover letter to The General Manager charlie@fclnelson.co.nz. Applications will be reviewed as they are received

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