- Are you an experienced people person keen to advance your career?
- Flexible working arrangements considered
- Salary range $114,663-$127,404, dependent on skills and experience
Foster a thriving people-centric culture by providing employment relations & HR support to People and Brigade Leaders throughout the Canterbury and Mid-South Canterbury Districts.
Mo tenei turanga - about the role
As a Senior People Advisor, you will be reporting to the People Business Partner, immersing yourself in employment relations and HR support for leaders and teams across the diverse Te Ihu Region (encompassing Nelson/Marlborough, West Coast, Canterbury and Mid-South Canterbury districts). Your role involves offering timely, grounded advice, evaluating the current state, and recommending solutions. Collaborating with leaders, you'll promote a culture of people development and provide solutions to complex HR challenges.
Ko tau na ki tenei turanga - What you'll bring to the role:
A flexible approach and responsiveness to new ideas and activities, demonstrated by a willingness to take on new challenges, roles, and responsibilities.
- A positive attitude and a commitment to delivering exceptional service.
- Strong dedication to providing outstanding customer service and a willingness to go above and beyond will make you stand out from the rest.
- Exceptional relationship-building abilities, fostering trust and confidence throughout the organisation.
- Exceptional organisational skills and comfort in collaborating with managers at all levels to find solutions.
- Outstanding time management skills and the ability to provide realistic assessments of what can be accomplished within time constraints.
- Demonstrated expertise in planning and organisation.
- A willingness to roll up your sleeves and tackle any task that needs attention.
To be successful in this role, we'd expect you will:
- Haverelevant qualifications or experience working in HR.
- Experience in employment relations, with a demonstrated ability to quickly progress to a level of delivery appropriate to the seniority of the role.
- Good knowledge of current New Zealand employment law and HR practices and how this relates to the organisational context.
- The ability to coach and mentor managers to enhance overall capability in people management.
As this role supports the Te Ihu region, applicants will need to have flexibility and availability for afterhours work and be flexible to travel.
He aha nga painga o tenei mahi mou? - Why you will enjoy working here
As an employer, Fire and Emergency New Zealand is committed to providing an enjoyable and challenging work environment with a focus on ongoing personal development.
Benefits
- Matched Kiwi Saver employer contributions of up to 6%
- Life and income protection insurance for eligible employees
- A health and wellness policy that supports our people
The salary range for this role is $114,663 - $127,404 dependent on skills and experience relevant to the role.
Ko wai matou - who are we?
Fire and Emergency New Zealand is a Crown Entity responsible for reducing unwanted fires, responding to structural and vegetation fires and other emergencies including motor vehicle crashes, medical emergencies, hazardous substance-related incidents, and natural disasters, and supporting increased community resilience.
Our vision is to build stronger communities and protect what matters most to the people within them. We are proud to be recognised as New Zealand's most trusted public sector agency. Our values reflect what our people believe is core to who we are and the organisation we aspire to be.
- We Do the Right Thing - Kia Tika
- We Serve and Support - Manaakitanga
- We Are Better Together - Whanaungatanga
- We Strive to Improve - Auahatanga
Ko te tono mai - How to apply:
Come join us - we are excited about the future of Fire and Emergency New Zealand, and we'd love you to be part of it! We value diversity as a strength and welcome applicants that can help bring a difference to our organisation.
If this sounds like you, apply now. To download a copy of our position description please visit our vacancy page on the portal.
If you have any specific questions about this role please email nhqjobs@fireandemergency.nz
However please note, that applications sent via email will not be accepted.
Applications close 10th September 2025
Please note: Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory for this role.