About us

Kiwi owned and operating since 1910, we are one of the largest commercial construction companies in New Zealand. Operating across 100+ projects nationwide with over 900+ employees, we are known in the industry for delivering high quality projects with the people to match.

Pivotal to our success, our culture is at the heart of everything we do. We offer an enjoyable place to work, career development and exposure to some of the country's largest developments. Naylor Love is shaping the future of construction in New Zealand; join our team today and love your job tomorrow.

The opportunity

We are currently seeking an ambitious individual for an opportunity to join our Canterbury team as a Health and Safety Cadet. Based in our Canterbury office, the successful candidate will work with our project teams and be involved in construction projects that cover a broad range of build sectors including commercial, healthcare, education and retail.

To be considered for this opportunity any candidate must have a genuine interest in construction and committed to forging a successful career within the Health and Safety field. Ideally you will have or be working towards a Cert IV In Health and Safety or above although a construction trade or relevant tertiary background would also be desirable. This is your chance to gain the appropriate training to further your career in commercial construction.

Our Cadet Programme is an exceptional opportunity for graduates to gain practical hands-on exposure with an industry leader. Naylor Love is committed to the development of its people and this structured learning programme will give the successful candidate the opportunity to work across all facets of construction to gain valuable exposure and knowledge across the full life-cycle of projects from tender stage through to completion, while completing our much sought-after Cadetship programme.

Health and Safety Cadet

As a Health and Safety Cadet, you will be trained through exposure around how to best promote best practice behaviours and the planning of safe practical work methods at all levels. This will ensure every team member embraces a culture of providing and maintaining a safe and healthy work environment for everyone involved in or affected by our business.

Working closely with the Regional Health and Safety Manager, you will learn to work proactively within the teams of the regional business and its supply chain to assist with the establishment, implementation, monitoring and improvement of safety processes and procedures.

Why Naylor Love?

Naylor Love is one of the largest construction companies in New Zealand and regarded in the marketplace as 'simply one of the best'.

Why work for us

When you join Naylor Love you will learn that we live our values and that our philosophy of 'our people are our brand' is shaped by employees having ownership of what they do. At Naylor Love, we will help you take charge of your career by giving you opportunities to grow and develop. We can promise you a challenging career in a collaborative environment.

In addition to a competitive salary, you will have access to a wide range of other benefits including the following:

• Southern Cross Medical insurance for you and your whānau (covers pre-existing conditions)
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible working options
• Access to purchase additional leave
• Annual skin checks, flu vaccinations and health checks
• Access to children's scholarships to support your tamariki undertaking construction related study
• Staff purchasing benefits
• Volunteer days to give back to your local community
• Professional development and career progression opportunities
• Access to free independent counselling and support services for you and your family

Applications close on Friday, 19 September 2025.

To view a copy of the position description, please copy and paste the following link into your internet browser: 
https://expressonline.haineslink.co.nz/pdfs/798103_JobDesc.pdf

The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire including drug screening and be eligible to work in New Zealand either as a resident or by holding a current work visa.

Naylor Love is an equal opportunities employer and committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion across all areas of our business.

Building People, Creating a Sustainable Future - He Whaihanga Tangata, He Waihanga Anamata Toitū.