Health & Safety, Fleet & Compliance Manager

Job Summary:

Are you a safety-first leader with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for keeping people, vehicles, and worksites running smoothly? We’re looking for a proactive Health & Safety, Fleet & Compliance Manager to take charge of our safety systems, vehicle compliance, and regulatory requirements. In this role, you’ll be out in the field, on the road, and behind the scenes—driving a culture of safety, ensuring our fleet stays on the move, and keeping our projects fully compliant. Join a company that’s moving houses and making big moves in the building relocation industry.

Key Responsibilities:

Health and Safety Oversight

• Conduct regular onsite team safety checks (minimum: biweekly).
• Ensure all workers follow safety procedures, wear appropriate PPE, and complete pre-starts/toolbox meetings.
• Investigate incidents, complete incident reports, and maintain a risk register.
• Deliver regular staff training on lifting, transport, hazardous materials, and foundation safety.
• Ensure all worksites have proper hazard boards and documented site-specific safety plans (SSSPs).

Fleet Management

• Oversee vehicle maintenance schedules, WOF/COF compliance, and servicing records.
• Ensure all vehicles are road-legal and safe before every job.
• Track vehicle use and mileage through logbooks or GPS if installed.
• Coordinate timely repairs and ensure all vehicles have updated registration and insurance.

Compliance Management

• Keep all driver licenses, endorsements, and operator certificates up to date and verified.
• Maintain an up-to-date compliance log covering transport, building relocation regulations, and council permits.
• Liaise with regulators and council bodies on consent conditions and permits (travel, relocation, noise, etc.).
• Ensure travel permits and over-dimension protocols are met for all jobs.

Tools & Equipment Provided:

• Vehicle
• Work Laptop
• Work Phone
• High-visibility clothing (uniform) and PPE
• Access to shared project files and compliance dashboards

Reporting & Admin Requirements:

• Submit full written reports every 2 weeks:
• Summary of vehicle inspections and service logs
• Staff compliance: licenses, medicals, training
• Site safety audit summaries
• Incident/near-miss reports
• Outstanding risks or maintenance issues
• Maintain a compliance folder for each vehicle and each driver.

Qualifications & Attributes:

• Background in transport or health & safety
• NZQA H&S qualifications or unit standards preferred
• Excellent attention to detail and follow-up
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Knowledge of NZTA, WorkSafe, and council regulations