Site Safe announces finalist for the 2026 Health, Safety, and Wellbeing Awards

Site Safe is delighted to announce the finalists for the 2026 Site Safe Evening of Celebration, Health, Safety and Wellbeing Awards!

Our dedicated judging panel convened on 1 December and was genuinely impressed with the exceptional calibre and outstanding quality of every entrant this year. The judges noted that the judging process followed a record-breaking year for entries, with a fantastic 86 submissions received across all categories. It was particularly encouraging to see entries from a great mix of both established and new businesses and industries, which is a brilliant indicator of the growing commitment to health, safety, and wellbeing across Aotearoa New Zealand.

The 2026 Finalists

A massive congratulations to all the finalists! Your mahi (work) and dedication to innovation and leadership in creating safer, healthier workplaces is truly inspiring.

Vertical Horizonz Safety Innovation Award for large businesses

• Hawkins Limited
• Euro Corporation Ltd
• Napier City Council

Touchprint Safety Innovation Award for small to medium businesses

• Workdek NZ Ltd
• DroneDraft
• Workforce Central Dunedin

Coversure Health and Safety Champion Award

• David Oakley, Icon
• Marc Jary, Kūmānu
• Sam Youngman, Flowerday Homes
• Mike Josephson, FHE Electrical Ltd

Hammertech Safety Leadership Award

• Daren Green, Flowerday Homes
• Jayden Barrow, Turfrey
• Mike Moore, Downer NZ

Dominion Constructors Future Safety Leader Award

• Morgan Devere Beets, Icon
• Maddie Schmidt, Hawkins Limited
• Sophie Galletly, Wiretec Electrical

Mates in Construction Mental Health and Wellbeing Award

• Kia Puāwai
• Rafael Caso, Live Well Build Well
• Flowerday Homes

NZ Chinese Building Industry Association Safety Contribution Award for a team

• Maycroft Construction
• Isaac Construction Ltd
• The Downer Fleet Team, Downer NZ

The judging panel also wanted to give a special nod to Stronghold. They noted Stronghold strong commitment to health and safety, shown through their various entries and initiatives that are consistently making their workplace safer.

The highly anticipated winners will be announced at the prestigious 2026 Evening of Celebration event on Thursday, 5 March 2026.

We look forward to celebrating the outstanding achievements of these individuals and organisations at the Due Drop Event Centre, Manukau. It promises to be a fantastic night of recognition for those leading the way in health, safety, and wellbeing.

You're invited to our 2026 Evening of Celebration. Purchase your tickets here.