About us:

At WM New Zealand, we are the largest composter, the largest waste-to-energy provider and have the largest commercial electric fleet in New Zealand, all powered by electricity from waste. As a team, we are constantly looking for new and innovative ways to redirect, neutralise and use waste.

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a hands-on Compliance Coordinator to join WM New Zealand.  

About the role

You will play a key role in driving compliance with HSEQ systems, improving risk management practices, and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and sustainability.

This role combines field-level advisory support with coordination of key compliance activities to ensure we meet internal standards, legislative obligations, and customer expectations.

• Provide guidance to managers and staff to ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality legislation and the company’s HSEQ Management System.
• Conduct audits, inspections, risk assessments, and incident investigations, ensuring corrective actions are followed through to completion.
• Develop, review, and maintain safety documentation such as SOPs, JSEAs, hazardous substances registers, and compliance records.
• Coordinate and deliver site-based HSEQ training, toolbox talks, and committee meetings.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and third-party auditors and act as the primary contact for workplace incidents and injury case management.
• Support the implementation of site emergency plans, business continuity plans, risk registers, and environmental management plans.
• Promote and support sustainability initiatives aligned with the company’s circular economy goals and environmental targets.

Some travel around the regions would be required as the role will cover compliance responsibilities across multiple sites. We are flexible around where the role is based which could be in Napier, Tauranga, Hamilton or Tirohia regions. 

About you

You’re a safety-focused professional with practical experience in HSEQ or compliance roles. You enjoy working both independently and as part of a team to support safe work environments and ensure robust systems are in place. You are confident communicating across all levels of the business and thrive in dynamic, operational environments.

As an ideal candidate you will have:

• Strong working knowledge of HSEQ legislation, systems, and risk management processes.
• Experience in safety audits, investigations, and development of corrective actions.
• Excellent time management, organisational, and communication skills.
• Ability to coach, train, and influence others in best practice safety behaviours.
• Experience coordinating compliance and reporting tasks in operational or industrial settings.
• Experience within manufacturing or processing industries is highly desirable.

To succeed, at your disposal you will have your direct report support team and wider operational team that includes office administration, supervisors and a mix of company and contracted operators. In this role, you will also be part of the regional leadership team and a strong corporate business that is recognised as one of the industry leaders.

What is in it for me?

We offer a very competitive package, and opportunities to further expand your career with New Zealand’s largest waste collection company.

You will also be part of a great team committed to providing a comprehensive one-stop service to meet a broad range of facility, waste, recycling and industrial needs of our clients.

How to Apply

If you believe you have the skills and experience to be a part of this exciting and growing business, please click ‘apply now'.

Please note - we do not always work to fixed closing dates and may start considering applications as they are received so we encourage you to apply early. 

WM is an EOE employer and promotes drug and alcohol-free workplaces.

Only applications from those with the legal right and ability to work in New Zealand will be considered for this position.