Training Officer - Health, Safety & Wellbeing
At Rotorua Lakes Council we’re committed to delivering high-quality services and fostering a culture of innovation, respect, and collaboration.
At the heart of our Health, Safety & Wellbeing approach is a simple vision: together, we create a workplace where everyone is safe, supported, and empowered. Our purpose is clear — because protecting people is the first step in delivering great public service.
The Role
As Training Officer, you will play a vital role in bringing this vision to life. By designing and delivering effective training programmes, you’ll ensure our people have the skills, confidence, and support they need to work safely and thrive.Your work will directly contribute to protecting our people, which in turn enables us to deliver outstanding services to the community.
Key responsibilities include:
Developing and implementing training plans across teams and projects.Delivering and coordinating training courses.
Supporting apprenticeships and short course programmes.
Coaching and mentoring leaders and team members.
Managing the Health & Safety training budget effectively.
About You
You’ll bring:
NZQA Assessor unit standards and 5+ years’ experience (required).Strong experience in training programme development.
Proven coaching and mentoring skills.
Excellent communication and relationship management.
Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
A Certificate in Adult and Tertiary Teaching is desirable.
Why Join Us?
This is more than a training role — it’s about shaping a culture where people feel safe, supported, and empowered. Working within the Health, Safety and Wellbeing Team and the wider People & Culture Team, you’ll enjoy a collaborative workplace, opportunities to grow capability, and the chance to make a real impact in our community.
Apply Now!
If you’re ready to inspire, protect, and grow capability across Rotorua Lakes Council, we’d love to hear from you.