Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
- An exciting time to join the People & Culture (P&C) function.
- Salary between $79,656 - $100,639 based on skills and experience.
- Permanent role. Wellington or Christchurch location
Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa
The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature across Aotearoa. When nature thrives, we all thrive.
He angitūtanga | About the role
Due to an internal movement, we are looking for someone with a passion for HR to step into the role as HR Advisor. You will join our newly created People & Culture Hub and provide expert HR advice and support to managers, team leaders, and supervisors within the Department of Conservation (DOC).
The position will be focussed on:
- Providing timely and efficient advice on HR policies, procedures, and best practices. Assist in resolving employment disputes and offer support for performance assessments.
- Contributing to the development and application of HR policies and procedures, while participating in change management and improvement initiatives.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including union representatives and public sector agencies.
- Proactively managing HR tasks, escalating issues when necessary and ensuring compliance with DOC's standards.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience
We are looking for someone with a solid understanding of DOC systems and processes, and/or generalist HR skills.
If you have some of following, we are keen to hear from you:
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building abilities. Ability to engage with diverse groups and support cross-functional teams.
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to deliver on objectives with high standards of accuracy and professionalism.
- Awareness of the Māori Crown relationship and the ability to incorporate te reo Māori and tikanga in daily interactions.
Desirable;
- A tertiary qualification in HR or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
- Knowledge of HR best practices, employment legislation, and the ability to offer solutions to complex HR challenges.
Tono ināianei | Apply now
Apply online with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills, experience and motivation for joining Te Papa Atawhai. Please note, due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to accept direct or emailed applications and provide feedback to those not shortlisted.
If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do let us know.
The salary range for this position is $79,656 - $100,639 with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience.
Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory – this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment.
Due to high volumes, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.
Rā katinga | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Tuesday, 08 April 2025.
Me he pātai anō | For further enquiries, contact Aleena Antony, Senior Recruitment Advisor at aantony@doc.govt.nz.
Taupānga | Job reference: DOC/1851153