H&S Systems & Assurance Lead

Working with the AA | Me mahi tahi tatou ki AAFor over 120 years the AA have been helping Kiwis on their adventures! Today, we're one of New Zealand's most respected and trusted brands. From our humble beginnings as a motoring enthusiast's club, the New Zealand AA (Automobile Association) has grown into a large, dynamic organisation offering many services and products to more than a million Members.And now, we’re building the organisation of the future – more connected, modern, and purpose-driven. We are a business in transformation, with opportunities to work cross-functionally, grow new skills, and make a meaningful impact. We’re investing in our people, platforms, and ways of working to stay ahead of what our Members and customers need.As we continue this growth journey, we have an exciting opportunity for a strategic thinker with a passion for driving safety, health, and wellbeing excellence to join us as a H&S Systems and Assurance Lead.What You'll Be Doing | Mō te TūrangaThis role will see you champion the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of our enterprise-wide health and safety management system. You’ll lead the development of ISO-compliant frameworks, coach divisional teams, and ensure our systems evolve with legislative and industry shifts. You’ll spearhead a robust assurance program built on a three-line-of-defence model, while driving innovative risk mitigation strategies and technical improvement initiatives aligned with our Group H&S plan. Your influence will extend across workshops, learning activities, and trend analysis to foster a culture of continuous improvement. As a trusted and highly organised professional, you’ll challenge the status quo, collaborate across teams, and contribute to a thriving, inclusive workplace.About You | MōuYou are a confident and capable professional with a strong mix of strategic thinking, practical delivery, and a passion for continuous improvement in health and safety. You’ll be someone who thrives on leading complex projects, driving cultural change, and influencing across diverse teams with clarity and purpose. Your communication skills—whether written, verbal, or visual—are exceptional, and you’re just as comfortable presenting to senior leaders as you are collaborating with frontline teams. You’re highly organised, analytical, and adept at interpreting data and trends to inform smart, forward-thinking decisions. With a solid foundation in H&S systems, auditing, and ISO 45001 standards, you’ll bring a deep understanding of New Zealand’s legislative landscape and contemporary safety practices. You’re tech-savvy, naturally curious, and known for your ability to juggle competing priorities while staying calm under pressure. Most importantly, you’re a hands-on team player who’s always ready to roll up your sleeves, support your colleagues, and follow through to deliver meaningful outcomes.What We Offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātouFree AA Membership for you and your whānauNZAA Super Scheme with 2% employer contributions on top of 3% KiwisaverA day off for your birthdayHybrid working arrangement Training available / career development Discounted insuranceHere, we offer a lot more than roadside assistance. We're constantly evolving and advancing into new businesses, offering new challenges and a range of opportunities.Ready to lead meaningful change and shape the future of health, safety, and wellbeing? If you're driven by purpose, thrive in complexity, and want to make a real impact—apply now and bring your expertise to a team that values bold thinking, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Let’s build something safer and stronger together.Our teams celebrate diversity and believe that everyone should be able to bring their true selves to work every day. We want you to feel comfortable to be your authentic self throughout the recruitment process, please feel free to let us know if there is anything you need to allow you to participate equitably.We are aware that there will be candidates who are interested in the role but may only feel comfortable to apply if they have ticked all the boxes. We want you to know that if you feel like you don't meet all the requirements, please still get in touch. We'd love to korero to see if you might be a great fit for the role.