Peer recognition


Several Canterbury contenders are in the finals of Site Safe’s 2025 Health and Safety Awards, celebrating excellence in workplace safety across Aotearoa New Zealand.

Brett Murray, Chief Executive of Site Safe, says the record number of entries this year underscores the importance the industry places on effectively managing health and safety risks in their workplaces. “It’s inspiring to see the dedication and innovation showcased by these individuals, teams, and organisations.” The winners will be announced in Auckland on 5 March.

The Site Safe Awards recognise and celebrate individuals, teams, and organisations that have made significant contributions to improving workplace safety in New Zealand.  Site Safe is a leading provider of health and safety training and consultancy services in New Zealand, committed to empowering people to work safely and return home safely every day.

Finalists include:
Traffic Safe NZ: For a robotic system to eliminate the dangerous manual road cone placement.
Canterbury Aluminium Ltd: For prioritising staff health and safety, fostering a collaborative environment where all employees are encouraged to prioritise safety in their work.
Tradestaff Group Ltd: For successfully fostering a safety-first culture within the construction sector.
Glen Sturgess, of Naylor Love: A dedicated health and safety champion, excelling in logistics, and effectively communicating safe movement of vehicles and personnel.
Fern Harper of Naylor Love: For outstanding contributions to health and safety and inspiring others with her dedication, leadership, and commitment to safety excellence.
Fiona Brabant, of Cook Brothers Construction: A passionate health and safety leader in Queenstown and Wānaka, who prioritises team wellbeing, viewing colleagues as people, not just workers.


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