Speaking Presentation – Cultural Transformation and Engagement

Mohotti Premaratne, National Safety Manager, DHL Express, NZ

This session will showcase how DHL Express New Zealand transformed its safety culture through a company-wide safety rules campaign that united directors, health and safety representatives, and frontline team members.

The initiative not only achieved zero lost time injuries, serious incidents, and near misses but was also recognised as DHL’s best safety program globally, earning a nomination for the prestigious Group CEO Award.

Key discussion points:

  • Driving cultural transformation through inclusive leadership and shared accountability
  • Building engagement by involving all levels of the organisation in safety initiatives
  • Sustaining momentum and embedding proactive safety behaviours over time
  • Recognising and celebrating success to reinforce long-term cultural change