Aidan Gilhooly
About Aidan Gilhooly
Aidan Gilhooly serves as the Health and Safety Manager at Transdev in Wellington, New Zealand, and has extensive experience in the Health and Safety industry, including roles at the Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand and WorkSafe.
Work at Transdev
Aidan Gilhooly has served as the Health and Safety Manager at Transdev since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing health and safety protocols within the organization, ensuring compliance with regulations, and promoting a culture of safety among employees. His tenure at Transdev spans three years, during which he has focused on enhancing workplace safety measures in the Wellington Region of New Zealand.
Current Role at Civil Aviation Authority
In addition to his position at Transdev, Aidan Gilhooly has been working as a Health and Safety Specialist Investigator at the Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand since 2019. This role involves investigating health and safety incidents within the aviation sector, contributing to the development of safety standards and practices. His work in this capacity has been ongoing for five years, covering the Wellington and Wairarapa regions.
Previous Experience at WorkSafe
Before his current roles, Aidan Gilhooly worked as a Health and Safety Inspector at WorkSafe from 2015 to 2019. During his four years at WorkSafe, he was involved in enforcing health and safety regulations and conducting inspections to ensure compliance across various industries. His experience at WorkSafe provided him with valuable insights into health and safety practices in both the public and private sectors.
Education and Training
Aidan Gilhooly completed his education at St Johns College Hastings, where he studied from 1987 to 1991. This foundational education has contributed to his professional development in the health and safety field, equipping him with essential skills and knowledge that he has applied throughout his career.
Advocacy for Health and Safety Culture
Aidan Gilhooly advocates for transformational leadership within the health and safety sector. He emphasizes the importance of worker engagement, strategic planning, and innovative approaches as critical elements in fostering a successful health and safety culture. His advocacy reflects his commitment to improving safety standards and practices in the workplace.