Safety, Health & Environment Business Partner

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

As the SHE&W Business Partner, you’ll work closely with operational and business leaders to shape and strengthen our SHE&W culture across New Zealand.

You’ll act as a trusted advisor to the business — someone who can challenge constructively, influence confidently and help leaders navigate complex operational environments with practical, commercially-minded solutions.

You’ll be joining a collaborative ANZ SHE&W network while having the autonomy to make a genuine impact locally.

• Partner with leaders to drive a proactive, high-performing SHE&W culture
• Provide strategic and operational SHE&W advice across the business
• Coach and influence leaders to strengthen accountability and capability
• Lead risk management initiatives, audits and assurance activities
• Support incident investigations and identify meaningful improvement opportunities
• Design and deliver engaging SHE&W initiatives, programs and training
• Monitor performance trends and translate data into actionable insights
• Drive wellbeing and mental health initiatives that support our people to thrive
• Embed SHE&W considerations into project planning and delivery
• Buildi trusted relationships across teams, stakeholders and the wider ANZ network
• Help shape practical, scalable systems and processes that support continuous improvement

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in professional services, understands organisational maturity, and knows how to bring people on the journey rather than simply enforce compliance.

Qualifications

We’re looking for someone with strong technical capability — but equally important is your ability to influence, communicate and partner effectively with people across all levels of the business.

• Significant experience in a senior SHE&W advisory or business partnering role
• Experience within professional services, engineering, infrastructure, construction or similarly complex environments
• Strong working knowledge of New Zealand health, safety and environmental legislation
• A collaborative, solutions-focused mindset with excellent stakeholder management skills
• The confidence and credibility to engage with senior leaders and operational teams alike
• A practical, commercially aware approach to risk and compliance
• Strong communication, facilitation and coaching capability
• Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science or a related discipline
• NEBOSH or equivalent professional qualification (preferred)

Most importantly, you’ll bring sound judgement, emotional intelligence and the ability to build trust quickly.

Additional Information

Additional Information

Why you’ll love working with us

• Flexible work arrangements available, aligned with the market and client facing role requirements
• Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year         
• Volunteer and representation leave
• Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.

Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

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About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

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