Accredited Employer: PROTECTUS LIMITED
Location: New Zealand - Whangarei, Northland
Employment Type: Full‑time, Permanent
Hours: 40 hours/week
Pay: $35.00 - $50.00 per hour
Join our construction team to identify, contain, remove, and safely dispose of hazardous materials (especially asbestos) on active construction, demolition, and refurbishment sites.
Key Responsibilities
· Identify, isolate, remove and transport hazardous materials in compliance with NZ regulations.
· Carry out asbestos removal, encapsulation and decontamination processes.
· Operate negative‑pressure units, air monitoring devices, PPE and decontamination units.
· Establish containment zones and implement control measures on construction sites.
· Complete site documentation (risk assessments, logs, waste tracking, incident reports).
· Coordinate with construction teams to ensure safe sequencing.
Skills & Experience
· Experience in hazardous‑material/asbestos removal and construction environments.
· Knowledge of SDS and contaminant‑control methods.
· Physically fit; able to work in PPE, confined spaces and at heights.
· Strong attention to detail and safety culture; effective communication.
Qualifications (Preferred)
· Asbestos or hazardous‑substance training/certification (local or international).
· Construction trade or relevant industry experience.
· Driver’s licence.
Legal Requirements (New Zealand)
· Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 — duty to manage risks.
· Health and Safety at Work (Asbestos) Regulations 2016 — identification, management plans, training and health monitoring.
· WorkSafe licensing: Class A (friable) and/or Class B (non‑friable) licence/s apply
· WorkSafe ACOP: Management and Removal of Asbestos — mandatory safe‑work expectations.
Other Requirements:
A team player with a commitment to health & safety
Be able to pass a Pre Employment drug test
Apply: Send CV and cover letter to [email protected].