How to notify us over the holiday period.
Notifications
If someone has been seriously injured, become seriously ill, or died as a result of work – phone us on 0800 030 040 straight away. We have staff available to respond to these 24/7.
If you’re not sure what a notifiable event is, including your obligation to hold a scene, visit What events need to be notified?
Notifications made through our online form won't be monitored between 12pm on Tuesday 24 December 2024 and 8.30am on Monday 6 January 2025.
If you’re not sure if you need to notify us, use our online notification system and we’ll respond to you after 6 January 2025.
Health and safety concerns
If you have a health and safety concern that isn’t urgent, use our online form and we’ll respond to you after 6 January 2025.
Raise a health or safety concern
General enquiries
General enquiries made by phone or email after 12pm on Tuesday 24 December will be responded to from Monday 6 January 2025. This does not apply to notifications made by phone on 0800 030 040.
We wish you a safe and relaxing holiday.
We welcome the addition of three members to our senior leadership team.
Jude Urlich, General Manager, Strategy and Performance
Jude joins us after eight years in PHARMAC’s senior leadership team where she led corporate and policy functions, and most recently was Director of Engagement and Implementation.
Jude holds a Master of Public Policy and has extensive experience across multiple sectors in the management of community engagement, Government and sector relations, policy and communications.
Phil Parkes, Chief Operating Officer
After three years as General Manager, Better Regulation at WorkSafe, Phil was appointed into the inaugural position of Chief Operating Officer.
Phil’s background includes work with the New Zealand Environmental Protection Authority and he brings strong regulatory and leadership experience from his work in local and central Government both in New Zealand and the United Kingdom.
Mike Foley, Chief Digital and Information Officer
Mike joins us after Chief Information Officer roles with Instant Finance, Auckland Council and Watercare Services (Auckland Transition Agency).
Mike has a track record for digital innovation, strategic planning and leadership. He has developed and led high performing teams and will complement our maturing digital presence.
Our Chief Executive Nicole Rosie congratulated each on their appointments and welcomed them to WorkSafe.
"I am excited to be welcoming these three individuals into their respective positions at WorkSafe. They are all instigators of change, innovative problem solvers and experienced in leading teams to success."
"WorkSafe is only as effective as the people we have on board. These appointments mark an exciting step towards achieving our goal of a healthier and safer New Zealand."
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