Job Description

• Wellington Based | Permanent | Full-time
• 4.4 weeks annual leave | Wellness allowance
• Salary midpoint of $91,501 actual salary dependent on your experience

Ko ake mahi - What you'll do 

Be at the forefront of safeguarding the quality and safety of medicines in New Zealand. As an Advisor, Product Safety, you'll play a pivotal role in monitoring potential quality issues, ensuring compliance with legislation, and managing corrective actions including recalls. Join our team to make a meaningful impact on the lives of New Zealanders. 

• Investigate Medicine Quality Issues: Review, risk assess, and act on reports of quality concerns and breaches of medicines legislation.
• Oversee Complaints & Recalls: Manage the complaints and recall process, ensuring adherence to internal SOPs and the New Zealand Recalls Code.
• Provide Technical Advice: Collaborate with teams to deliver accurate, risk-based decisions and advice on medicines.
• Regulatory Action & Compliance: Assist in regulatory action, including preparing materials for prosecutions and reviewing therapeutic advertisements for compliance.
• Drive Improvements: Contribute to projects, process development, and continuous improvement across the Product Safety framework. 

Ko pūkenga - What you'll bring 

• A relevant tertiary qualification, preferably pharmacy or other sciences with an emphasis on medicines
• Working knowledge of the regulation of medicines and management of post market quality systems ideal, but is not essential
• Experience, or interest in, working in a regulatory environment
• Ability to develop working relationships within the health sector and industry
• Strong written and oral communication and influencing skills, with the ability to communicate to different target groups including consumers 

Ko wai mātou - About us 

At Manatū Hauora – Ministry of Health we are the kaitiaki of the health system, providing leadership and driving strategy and performance. We regulate the health sector and are the primary source of advice on health matters.  

Our Product Safety team within the Compliance Management Branch is focussed on the safety of medicines and medical devices and their compliance with the legislation. The Team includes staff who manage complaints and recalls for medicines and medical devices, the inspection of medicines manufacturers and regulatory compliance issues.   

Ko mātou me tō matou whare - What we bring 

Unlock your career potential at Manatū Hauora, where you'll discover a world of opportunities for personal and professional growth. We're not just a workplace; we're a whanau that values your well-being and the importance of work-life balance. At Manatū Hauora, diversity and inclusion are woven into the fabric of our culture, ensuring that every voice is heard and every perspective matters. Your wellness is our priority, with comprehensive support and resources to keep you thriving. Join us today and be part of a team dedicated to improving healthcare. 

Ngā Uaratanga – Our values 

Our Values underpin how we work together and with the health and disability sector, public service colleagues and communities. 

• Manaakitanga (Listen on Māori Dictonary.co.nz) - we show care, inclusion respect, support, trust, and kindness to each other 

• Kaitiakitanga (Listen on Māori Dictionary.co.nz) - we preserve and maintain an environment that enables the Ministry and our people to thrive 

• Whakapono (Listen on Māori Dictionary.co.nz) - we have trust and faith in each other to do the right thing 

• Kōkiri ngātahi (Listen on Māori Dictonary.com Kōkiri + ngātahi) - we connect and work together collectively towards a common purpose. 

 Me pēhea te tono mai - How to apply   

To view the position description and apply, please follow the online process at our Careers Website. Please ensure you upload a CV and covering letter with all applications. If you have any questions, email the recruitment team at recruitment@health.govt.nz. To apply, you must hold the right to work in New Zealand.  For information on work visa eligibility, check out the Immigration New Zealand website.  

Applications close on 1st April 2025. We are reviewing applications as they come in and interviews may take place during the advertising period. Please note if we receive a high number of applications this job may close prior to the closing date. 

We are not utilising recruitment agencies at this time. If you are interested in applying for this position, please do so directly through our careers page. 

All candidates will be notified of the outcome of their application via email. Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks, and a criminal check.  

 We value diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and appreciate the richness of experience that your point of difference could bring to us. Please contact us if there is any support that we can provide to ensure the recruitment process is accessible to you.