This role sits within the People, Performance and Culture Group the purpose of which is to enable success through our people and culture. We’re all about delivering our mission of becoming the leading, community-focused council – enabling everyone who works here to deliver their very best, every day.
We do this by:
- Helping teams prioritise the work that matters most.
- Ensuring people have the right systems, processes and tools to do their jobs.
- Helping teams to improve the way they work.
- Helping people feel connected to the organisation and to each other.
- Supporting our people to be the ‘best versions of themselves’.
- Ensuring we maintain a safe, healthy work environment.
Job Description
He angituutanga: The opportunity
As a HR Business Partner at HCC, you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting designated business units by partnering closely with leaders and employees.
You’ll deliver both strategic and hands-on guidance across a wide spectrum of people-related matters, including talent management, employee relations, leadership coaching, performance development, conflict resolution, learning and development, wellbeing, and recruitment.
Key responsibilities include:
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Strategic Leadership Support
Offer timely, practical coaching and advice to leaders, driving commercially sound decisions that align with HCC’s vision, values, and strategic goals. -
Expert HR Guidance
Serve as the primary HR contact for your assigned groups, delivering advanced expertise and support to both leaders and team members. -
Programme Development & Execution
Design, implement, and champion people-focused programmes and initiatives that support broader organisational and People, Safety & Wellbeing strategies. -
Core HR Activities
Contribute to essential HR functions including employee engagement, compliance, recruitment, onboarding, organisational design, talent management, remuneration, and succession planning. -
Cultural Transformation
Lead and support cultural change efforts, acting as a role model and inspiring high performance and alignment with HCC’s values. -
Manager Support & Systems Guidance
Provide specialist coaching and practical support to managers, ensuring consistent application of HR practices and effective use of people systems. -
Complex HR Projects
Take ownership of challenging HR tasks and projects, delivering thoughtful and impactful solutions. -
Policy & Compliance Oversight
Regularly review and refine HR policies and procedures to ensure alignment with strategic priorities and current employment legislation.
Qualifications
Oo puumanawa me oo wheako | Your skills and experience
- Tertiary Qualification in HR or related degree or equivalent workplace experience.
- Minimum of 6-8 years plus experience in a relevant role(s).
- A proven track record of thinking differently, acting with integrity, working together, and making it happen.
- Self-awareness that mindset is the foundation of performance and an ability to develop self and others in this regard.
- Knowledge of relevant employment legislation.
- Thorough understanding of a wide range of Human Resource principles and practices.
Additional Information
He aha te wariu o te utu kaimahi? | What’s the salary?
Circa $118K dependent on skills and experience.
Ngaa waahi whakarato painga kei a maatou: What we offer
- Flexible by choice; an award-winning flexible working policy.
- Opportunities for professional development.
- Two Wellbeing days per year.
- Free health insurance through Unimed including hospital/surgery grade cover and discounted. membership rates for family members.
- Free annual health checks and flu vaccination.
- Ability to purchase additional annual leave.
- Eye testing/glasses cost reimbursement.
- Discounted purchases from local businesses; gym memberships, cafes, dentists, hairdressers and many more.
Me Tono Inaaianei!: Apply Now!
- View the position description.
- Click apply
- Complete your application.
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Applications close on the: 26/08/2025
Note: We will be shortlisting as we receive applications.
Council is committed to honouring the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi/Treaty of Waitangi through its relationship with Kiingitanga, Waikato Tainui, mana whenua and maataa waka within Hamilton Kirikiriroa.
All candidates will be notified of the outcome on their application via email. Short-listed candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks and a criminal check. Further background checking will be required when relevant to the role. View more information about these checks, our commitment to the Privacy act and details for international applicants by clicking here
It is important to us that we support you throughout our selection process (interview and assessments). If you have any access needs during this process, let us know in advance so we can make sure these are met.
As a council, we believe in creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and belongs. We value inclusiveness (Kotahitanga) – we respect and value the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents that everyone brings.
This role is being sourced directly. If/where Hamilton City Council requires the support of a recruitment agency, we will seek this support from our panel of selected agencies. Hamilton City Council will not be responsible for, and will not pay, any commissions, fees or other payments related to unsolicited contact.