Allevia Health is one of New Zealand's largest private healthcare organisations, providing comprehensive surgical and allied health services through an integrated care strategy designed to deliver better health journeys for our patients. Allevia Hospitals and Allevia Radiology are the jewels in our crown, and safety is fundamental to how we operate.

We are seeking an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to provide operational health, safety, and wellbeing advisory support across our hospital and radiology sites. Reporting to the Health & Safety Manager, this role offers the opportunity to work closely with managers, facilities teams, and employees across a diverse healthcare environment.

This role will suit someone who enjoys applying practical, evidence‑based advice, working closely with building, fire, and safety systems, and translating technical information into clear, effective processes that genuinely reduce risk and improve outcomes.

About the Job

The role is focused on safety risk assurance, ensuring that systems and programmes designed to protect people, property, and reputation are robust, fit for purpose, and compliant with legislative and organisational requirements.

A typical day may include activities such as:
Providing operational H&S advice and support to managers and staff across hospital and radiology environments
Supporting and participating in incident investigations, audits, and inspections, including documenting findings and tracking corrective actions
Reviewing, testing, and reporting on fire safety and building safety systems, including evacuation processes and assurance documentation
Working closely with Facilities and external service providers to identify gaps in controls and support continuous improvement
Contributing to the development, review, and implementation of H&S policies, procedures, and guidance material
Assisting with staff orientation and Health & Safety Representative and manager training
Analysing safety data and producing reports to monitor trends, system effectiveness, and areas for improvement
Maintaining accurate H&S records, registers, and information resources

About you

You’ll be practical, confident, and collaborative, with the ability to engage across operational, facilities, and clinical environments. You enjoy understanding how systems work in practice and are comfortable reviewing processes, testing controls, and reporting on risks and gaps.

As our ideal candidate, you’ll also bring:
A recognised qualification in Health & Safety (e.g. NEBOSH Certificate / International General Certificate or equivalent)
Experience in a Health & Safety advisory role, ideally within healthcare, facilities management, or a complex operational environment
Experience working alongside facilities teams, contractors, or building safety systems (e.g. fire alarms, evacuation processes, safety equipment)
Confidence in incident investigation, audit activity, and corrective action follow‑up
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical information into user‑friendly guidance or training
Intermediate to advanced MS Office skills, particularly MS Excel
A full New Zealand driver licence

The Benefits:
At Allevia Hospitals we value our people and they love working here. We're proud to offer our staff a great range of benefits, including:

• Very competitive remuneration
• Free car parking
• Flexible working hours
• Access to ongoing education and professional development opportunities
• Ability to purchase additional leave
• Christmas & New Year close-down period
• Comprehensive employee assistance & wellbeing programme
• Staff discounts on hospital charges and at our pharmacy
• Discounts for gym memberships, childcare and at multiple major retailers as part of our Boost programme

There couldn’t be a better time to join a flourishing, progressive and innovative healthcare organisation, so APPLY NOW to download the Position Description and submit your application on-line.
Applications close midday Monday 22 June 2026, or earlier if the perfect candidate is found beforehand.

Please note that to be considered for this role you must be already residing and eligible to work permanently in New Zealand. For more information contact talent@allevia.co.nz

Job Details
Reference # 44151
Organisation Allevia Hospitals
Posted on 06 Jul 2026
Closes on 20 Jul 2026 12:00
Job level(s) Intermediate (1-3 years), Experienced (3 years plus)
Work type(s) Permanent, Full Time