South Island Regional HSEQ Manager

Confidential

Christchurch, Canterbury Hybrid permanent

Posted: February 23, 2026

Quick Summary

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated HR professional to join our team at Southbase Group. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of HR best practices and excellent relationship-building skills. The role involves managing HR policies, procedures, and processes to support the delivery of HR-related services to the company.

Job Description

We are on the lookout for the best talent across NZ to join Southbase Group. We are a 100% New Zealand owned company and proud of it!

Sound like the right place for you?

We admire passionate and dedicated professionals who excel at building strong relationships, as this is a core part of our business and has led us to where we are today!

What life is like at Southbase Group:

At Southbase Group, you will be surrounded by knowledgeable professionals who support each other and have a laugh along the way, with a determination to deliver and exceed expectations. We are proud of the culture we have created and look to continue to bring in the very best to be part of our story. We invest in our people with genuine leadership and development opportunities available and competitive salaries are available.

About the role:

We are seeking a highly experienced South Island Regional HSEQ Manager to join our team based in Christchurch. This Regional Leadership role requires a strong background in Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (HSEQ) management within Tier 1 construction companies.

The Regional HSEQ manager must lead by example and positively contribute to the team, championing the Company’s ‘Inside the Box’ culture.

Key responsibilities include:

Lead and oversee all HSEQ activities across the South Island region, with a strong focus on critical major projects.

Develop, implement and maintain robust HSEQ management systems aligned with ISO standards.

Manage and mentor HSEQ teams to ensure compliance and promote a strong HSEQ culture.

Collaborate with project and operational teams to integrate HSEQ best practices.

Qualifications and skills required:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, civil construction, construction management, or a related field.

Minimum 10 years’ experience in HSEQ management roles within Tier 1 construction companies.

Proven expertise in managing HSEQ systems certified to ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001.

Demonstrated success in leading and managing HSEQ teams.

Experience in developing and managing digital HSEQ systems.

Join us to play a pivotal role in delivering safe, high-quality construction projects across the South Island. Apply now to be part of a forward-thinking and safety-focused organisation.

All Applicants must have the rights to live and work in New Zealand.

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