Vehicle Inspection New Zealand (VINZ) has appointed Warren Callaghan in the new role of health and safety specialist.
Chief executive Sean Stevens says VINZ is committed to ensure it has robust procedures and is constantly striving to exceed the latest guidelines as outlined by the Ministry of Health and WorkSafe New Zealand.
“We are excited to have Warren on the VINZ team and as part of VINZ family”, Stevens says.
The new role will ensure existing staff and new recruits are trained and focused on keeping themselves, their co-workers, and customers always safe.
Callaghan has over 20 years’ experience in human resources, business management, and health and safety across numerous industries, such as hospitality, retail and manufacturing. He recently became a member of the New Zealand Institute of Safety Management.
He has worked extensively throughout Australia, the United Kingdom and for several large New Zealand companies including the Warehouse Group, Mitre10 and General Cable Asia Pacific.
Callaghan says “good health at work is not just about keeping you physically safe but also mentally healthy, and the company is increasing its investment in your health and safety”.
“My key objective in this new role is to ensure programmes and practices are legislatively compliant and embedded in the VINZ culture.
“I would also like to be part of the constant evolution of measurable improvement in the culture at VINZ, while supporting my passion for ensuring the workplace is a safe and fun environment for all – the way we work,” he says.
