Deputy Chief Executive – Corporate

• High-profile Crown entity
• Integrated corporate services
• Wellington or Auckland-based, or other locations will be considered                   

He aha te mea nui o tēnei ao? He tangata, he tangata, he tangata.
What is the most important thing in the world, it is people, it is people, it is people 
 
He aha te mea nui o tēnei ao? He tangata, he tangata, he tangata.
What is the most important thing in the world, it is people, it is people, it is people 
 
Ka noho mātāmua te orangatonutanga o te tangata ki a mātou o Mahi Haumaru Aotearoa. Ko te aronga matua kia haere haumaru ngā tāngata katoa ki te mahi, kia hoki haumaru ki te te kāinga. Inā ka ngākaunui koe ki ēnei āhuatanga, tomo mai ki tēnei whare whakaruruhau. 
 
WorkSafe New Zealand/ Mahi Haumaru Aotearoa, is the primary workplace health and safety regulator – our vision is that everyone who goes to mahi comes home healthy and safe.  Our kaimahi are passionate about our vision and embrace and demonstrate our Mātāpono WorkSafe Values through the mahi they do:

• Whakakotahi – we’re united in a strong purpose 
• Kōrero mai – we engage meaningfully 
• Tiakina mai – we’re entrusted with a duty of care. 

 
We offer a range of benefits including:

• Discounts on health insurance and eye care
• Five weeks annual leave
• 15 days sick leave
• Learning and professional development opportunities

 
We operate on a flexible by default basis, allowing you and your manager to create a flexible work experience that supports you and the business to succeed. Flexible by default covers a range of different situations including, but not limited to, condensed working hours and flexibility with location.
 
There are a growing number of employee led networks to promote the goals and needs of our diverse communities, such as our Te Rōpū Atuapiko Rainbow Network, Pacific Network, Wāhine Network, Tū Rangatira Māori Network
 
Nāu te rourou, nāku te rourou, ka ora ai te iwi. 
With your food basket and my food basket the people will thrive
 
The Deputy Chief Executive (DCE) – Corporate will provide executive leadership and direction to WorkSafe’s corporate functions, including People and Culture, Finance and Business Planning, Legal, Safety and Property, Risk and Compliance, and Ministerial Servicing. The DCE will also act as the Chief Security Officer. The position is part of the ELT and will support the CE and contribute to the overall strategic direction.

To be successful in this key position, you will be an experienced senior leader, having led an integrated corporate services function for a substantial organisation. You will be an exceptional leader of people and highly skilled in leading change. Your background will include a relevant discipline – people and culture, finance (CFO), legal or risk management. You will operate with a continuous improvement focus and have exceptional judgement and communication ability. You will understand the regulatory environment and principles relating to Te Tiriti o Waitangi. 

Additonally, this role is responsible for overseeing and leading the delivery of core IT services, including managing ICT and information management functions, projects, and ensuring success measures are met as expected. The focus is on providing agreed service levels, supporting business needs, and driving efficiencies through digital solutions. Key responsibilities include:

• Ensuring stable and secure information systems in line with performance metrics.
• Managing vendor service provision and ensuring compliance with service agreements.
• Ensuring compliance with regulations and standards related to information management, assurance, and data protection.
• Leading information security direction and participating in a broader security committee within WorkSafe Mahi Haumaru.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an important organisation that is making a positive difference for all our workers.   
 
Mahi Haumaru Aotearoa is an equal opportunity employer.  We value diversity and welcome and encourage applicants from all walks of life.  We value the experience your point of difference could bring to us.
 
APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Wednesday 16 October 2024
APPLY OR VIEW THE POSITION DESCRIPTION:  www.jacksonstone.co.nz
REFERENCE:  BH-11095
 
FURTHER ENQUIRIES: Simon Boyes on 04 550 8026