* Be part of an organisation dedicated to helping our communities * Wellington Central, with flexible working available, Fixed term to June 2026 * Salary range $136,874-$152,082, actual salary dependent on skills and experience Use your prior expert knowledge of the ACC Accredited Employer Programme and Accident Compensation Act to complete specialised analysis and advice. M tnei tranga - about the role Fire and Emergency are a self-managing employer in the ACC Accredited Employer programme. As part of the Safety Health and Wellbeing Directorate, the Principal Advisor ACC Accredited Employer Programme will undertake specialised analysis and prepare recommendations on continuous improvement of the programme.

You will analyse the financial and non-financial impacts and benefits, including reviewing both the strategic and practical aspects of how we implement a rehabilitation management programme to a standard which meets our obligations, and to the Employment Reimbursement Agreement, and the Illness Programme. This is a fixed term or secondment position until 26 June 2026. Ko tu n i tnei tranga - What you'll bring to the role: You will demonstrate a strong understanding of the Accident Compensation Act, the ACC Accredited Employer Programme, claims management and entitlements, and rehabilitation practices.

Bringing a passion for analysis, you will be adept at interpreting data and preparing reports and papers which explain complex information in plain English to senior decision makers. This is your opportunity to make a significant contribution to our organisation. You will have experience in a relevant injury management system, the ability to pick up new systems quickly, and build trusting relationships with key stakeholders.

To be successful in this role, we'd expect you will have: * Expert knowledge of the Accident Compensation Act and ACC's Accredited Employer Programme. * Demonstrated ability to analyse and interpret complex information. * A collaborative approach to stakeholder engagement.

* Demonstrated ability to work under tight timeframes and manage competing priorities. * Excellent written and oral communication skills. The salary range for this role is $136,874-$152,082 (pro rata), dependent on skills and experience relevant to the role.

Ko wai mtou - who are we? Fire and Emergency New Zealand is a Crown Entity responsible for reducing unwanted fires, responding to structural and vegetation fires and other emergencies including motor vehicle crashes, medical emergencies, hazardous substance related incidents, natural disasters, and supporting increased community resilience. Our vision is to build stronger communities and protect what matters most to the people within them. We are proud to be recognised as New Zealand's most trusted public sector agency.

Our values reflect what our people believe is core to who we are and the organisation we aspire to be. * We Do the Right Thing Kia Tika * We Serve and Support Manaakitanga * We Are Bet.