About Us
At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities.

About the Team
Social Infrastructure & Citizen Services delivers the critical thinking, building, maintenance and sustainment behind Australia and New Zealand’s essential public assets, facilities and community services. The communities we serve are at the heart of our operations. Be it through facilities management of critical public assets, precinct upgrades, new energy solutions or professional and technical advisory. We run places of healthcare and education, custodial facilities, we manage customer data centres and critical systems, we take asset management risk over 25 years through our portfolio of Public Private Partnership (PPP) contracts, and we are a trusted advisor and partner to our New Zealand and Australian Defence Forces.

Job Description
Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

A Zero Harm Business Partner provides the expert Health & Safety technical advice, management system guidance and practical support to leaders and staff across the Social Infrastructure division. A Zero Harm Business Partner contributes to the growth and success of the defined portfolio by working in partnership with stakeholders, coaching teams, and influencing behaviours to create a safer, more proactive work environment.

What success looks like:

• Delivering timely, high-quality Zero Harm advice.
• Implementing the Zero Harm strategy effectively.
• Identifying and addressing safety issues or skill gaps through proactive initiatives.
• Demonstrating key competencies and behaviours that set the standard for safety excellence.

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact and may require some travel.

In particular, the position will be required to:

• Act as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert on all Zero Harm related matters, providing guidance and support to leaders and employees
• Facilitate the development of a Zero Harm leadership culture within Social Infrastructure that is focused on manger-led delivery of positive Zero Harm outcomes
• Implementation of The Downer Standard (TDS) and processes
• Support delivery and implementation of the Zero Harm Strategy and ensure performance outcomes are achieved within agreed timeframes
• Work closely with Line of Business leaders, contract managers and employees to ensure understanding and adherence to safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Obtain and share Zero Harm knowledge and learning to influence business led proactive risk management
• Facilitate professional and timely investigation of incidents within business areas or lead complex investigations utilising ICAM or equivalent methodology
• Conduct and assist in the development and delivery of training and coaching as required
• Assist business areas to understand their Zero Harm risk profile and conduct incident trend analysis as required
• Monitoring and communicating legislative changes and best practice initiatives to management and all workers

Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills

• Extensive experience in Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) or OHS roles.
• Practical knowledge of WHS/OHS legislation across multiple operating contexts.
• Strong experience in risk assessments and site safety management plan verification
• Ability to write professional reports and present key findings to senior teams.
• Experience providing technical health, safety and environmental advice across multiple industry sectors
• Injury Management and Workers Compensation
• Exposure to high-risk industries, preferably construction, infrastructure or FM (preferred)

Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here

A role with Spotless can advance your career and expand your skills. We offer you the opportunity to join our diverse and inclusive culture and be part of a great team working in a collaborative environment. We can also offer:

• Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
• Internal promotion encouraged, training and development on offer
• Discounts for insurance, retail stores, gym memberships and more!

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation

Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then head to our People Site https://www.downergroup.co.nz/facilities-management

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application! The reference number for this role is 716212.

We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test, medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team.

Due to the fast-paced nature of Downer, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change, so don't delay and make sure you apply as soon as possible.

Due to Downer closing from the 20th December over the Christmas / New Year period, we will be in touch with you about your application after the 10th January. Have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year and stay safe and well.