Director of Health, Safety, Quality and Environment (HSQE) Full-time Job

Pattle Delamore Partners is an established and highly respected environmental and engineering consultancy with a nationwide presence. Our offices and projects are spread far and wide across Aotearoa and are driven by solving the important infrastructure and environmental challenges facing NZ. As we continue to grow, we invite you to join us.

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, this is a critical and visible role providing strategic leadership and team management and contributing as a key member of the senior leadership team on all matters relating to Health and Safety, Quality Management and Environmental Management. You will lead HSQE operations in a manner that supports the strategic intent of the business and key stakeholders, ensuring compliance with legislation, business policies and procedures, and ensuring emergency / crisis preparedness.

About the role

• Develop and continuously improve integrated management systems across all aspects of HSQE.
• Determine, advise on, manage and maintain appropriate HSQE certifications, accreditations and prequalifications.
• Ensure compliance across all applicable legislation; assess and manage risk across all areas of HSQE.
• Provide thought leadership in the safety and quality culture at PDP.
• Develop and implement crisis management framework from a HSQE perspective.
• Lead, guide and motivate the HSQE team for high performance.
• Work collaboratively with other senior leaders as part of our “one team” culture.
• Have influence over the direction of the business and have the potential for shareholding.

What you’ll bring

• Degree qualified with a relevant qualification in occupational health and safety from a well-recognised tertiary education provider.
• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in a QHSE leadership role.
• Strong working knowledge in HSQE management systems such as ISO certification in Occupational Health and Safety (ISO 45001), Environmental (ISO 14001) and Quality (ISO 9001).
• Prior experience in a professional consultancy will be an advantage.
• Proven leadership skills; a collegiate, team-player attitude.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. 

What we offer

• A comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, income protection, salary top up for parental leave and the ability to purchase extra annual leave.
• Flexible/hybrid working culture, facilitating a healthy work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities, including support for ongoing training and education, and fully subsidised membership fees. 
• The chance to work in an organisation that is making a difference to our environment. 
• A vibrant environment, committed to fostering a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. 

About Us 

PDP is a leading New Zealand consultancy specialising in air, land, and water. We cater to diverse projects from major infrastructure works to smaller scale investigations and upgrades in both the municipal and private sectors.  With over 38 years of experience and a team of over 270 experts across multiple locations in NZ, we're proudly employee-owned and committed to an environment where your expertise is valued, and your career can flourish.  At PDP, we believe a great company is built and nurtured by great people, and so we’re dedicated to providing a fun and supportive environment to our people. 

How to apply

Excited candidates should submit their resume and cover letter outlining both their experience and qualifications to careers@pdp.co.nz. Please include the job title as the subject line. We look forward to reviewing your application and welcoming talent to our ever-growing team! 

If you have any further questions about the role please send them through to careers@pdp.co.nz or feel free to look through our website to better understand the diverse range of projects and services here at PDP.