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Senior Human Resources Advisor (fixed-term)

Waimakariri District Council
Waimakariri District
3 weeks ago

Do you have proven experience in providing high-level HR advice and are looking for your next challenge? The Waimakariri District Council is seeking an experienced Senior Human Resources Advisor on a fixed-term basis to help us deliver strategic people solutions across our diverse organisation. If you are passionate about employee engagement, driving best practice, and supporting a positive and high-performing workplace, we would love to hear from you!

About the Role

As our Senior Human Resources Advisor, you will play a key role in providing expert HR advisory support and partnering with People Leaders across the Waimakariri District Council. Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, you will deliver proactive solutions across the full employee lifecycle, including change management, employee relations, talent management, wellbeing, and workplace culture. Your expertise will help shape our evolving people strategy, ensuring the Council remains a great place to work.

This is a full-time, fixed-term role through to November 2026, to support parental leave cover.  

Main Responsibilities 

Skills and Experience 

Become part of our Team – Make a Real Impact

Waimakariri District Council is committed to being professional, approachable, and solutions-focused when delivering services for our community. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a high-trust, supportive, and collaborative working environment. 

Ready to join us?

If you are ready to make a difference as our Senior HR Advisor and help shape an exceptional workplace, we would love to hear from you. 

The Council offers a competitive Total Rewards package, recognising the level of skills and experience you bring. Waimakariri District Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Applications close on 16 July 2025.

Applicants must have the current legal right to work in New Zealand to be considered for this role.

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