4 Hr Manager jobs in New Zealand

Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP)
Employer: Gambol Pet Food (New Zealand) Co., Limited
Location: 13 Peacock Place, Pokeno, New Zealand
Hours: Full-time, minimum 40 hours per week
Pay: $45.70 – $65.00 per hour (depending on experience)

About Us
Gambol Pet Food (New Zealand) Co., Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of Gambol Pet Food Group Co., Ltd., a publicly listed company in China and a leading manufacturer in the Chinese pet food market. The Group is committed to producing high-quality, nutritious pet food and driving innovation in product development.

Established in December 2024, Gambol Pet Food (New Zealand) Co., Limited has secured a manufacturing site in Pokeno and is currently building the facility, with production expected to commence in the middle of 2027. Over time, we anticipate creating around 150 new employment opportunities across a range of roles.

We are now seeking a talented Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to join our team and help establish and lead our HR function.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, monitor, and review HR strategies, policies, and plans to meet business needs ensure alignment with the objectives of the company and its parent company.
• Be responsible for recruitment and selection practices, ensuring fair and effective hiring processes, as well as overseeing induction, training, and development programs.
• Design and implement performance management systems to set expectations, appraise performance, and encourage continuous improvement.
• Represent the organisation in employee and union negotiations relating to remuneration and employment conditions, ensuring fair and transparent processes.
• Develop and implement occupational health and safety programs and equal employment opportunity initiatives, ensuring compliance with New Zealand legislation.
• Oversee redundancy and retrenchment processes in line with legal requirements and best practice.
• Monitor workforce costs, productivity, and efficiency to support organisational growth.
• Provide advice, guidance, and training to the project director on HR and workplace relations matters.
• Act as a communication bridge between the Chinese headquarters and the New Zealand subsidiary by developing cultural integration initiatives, fostering collaboration across teams, and supporting the smooth integration of employees across both entities.
• Uphold the parent company’s core values while adapting operational strategies and policies to meet the regulatory requirements, cultural context, and team dynamics of the New Zealand subsidiary.

Minimum Qualifications and Skills

• A bachelor’s degree in human resource management, business, or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of proven professional experience in human resources management.
• Strong knowledge of New Zealand employment law, workplace health and safety requirements, and industrial relations.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to align HR strategies with business objectives.
• Proficiency in Mandarin is preferred and considered an advantage.

Why Join Us
This is an exciting opportunity to join Gambol Pet Food (New Zealand) Co., Limited at an early stage of our growth journey. You will play a key role in shaping HR systems and practices while contributing to the development of a supportive and high-performing team.

How to Apply
If you are interested in this role, please apply with your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the position.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

The company and opportunity:

We have an exciting opportunity for a People and Culture Business Partner to join a fast-growing health and social services organisation, based in Mangere, South Auckland.

This organisation is in growth mode, and you will have the opportunity to join them on this journey. 

In this role, you would act as a trusted advisor to the senior leadership team. You would manage complex people related issues and act as a strategic liasion between the P&C executive team and business units within the organisation.

This role will drive the alignment of HR initiatives with business objectives, facilitate talent management, drive employee engagement and performance, and ensure compliance with employment legislation.

The day-to-day duties will include: 

• Act as a trusted advisor to leaders by providing HR guidance and coaching in line with organisational strategy and goals.
• Manage complex employee relations issues, including disciplinary actions, grievances, and conflict resolution.
• Design and oversee the implementation of P&C initiatives such as performance management, remuneration and reward, employee satisfaction and engagement, and performance review programs to drive a high-performance culture.
• Lead the development of workforce development strategy, working closely with key P&C team members to implement the strategy including learning and development, retention and succession planning.
• Advise and support managers in implementing consistent performance management processes that drive high performance and development.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations, providing recommendations and updates on trends, regulatory changes and new technology in HR practice.
• Promote HR best practice, identifying opportunities for process improvement and innovation in P&C service delivery.

To be considered for this role, you’ll likely have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources.
• Solid ER experience. 
• Previous experience working at a business partnering level.
• Ideally previous experience working for a health or social services organisation.
• Knowledge of Maori customs and ideologies.
• Either permanent residency or NZ citizenship.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills including decision-making, influencing, negotiation, facilitating and coaching.  
• An aptitude for building and maintaining strong, trusting working relationships with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels. 

 If the above is ticking all of your boxes, apply now to find out more!