People & Culture Manager

About The Opportunity

We are collaborating with a thriving commercial organisation searching for a seasoned People & Culture Manager to lead their compact P&C team and foster an environment conducive to continued expansion.

This leadership position combines strategic oversight with hands-on involvement, requiring close collaboration with the leadership team, manager coaching, implementation of best-practice frameworks, and enhancement of organisational capability.

Role Overview

The role entails delivering both strategic and operational support across the business, emphasizing the development of uniform and scalable people management processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior leadership on all aspects of people-focused strategy and decision-making.
• Guide managers and team leaders through performance reviews, employee relations, and disciplinary actions.
• Assess and enhance recruitment, onboarding, induction, and training processes.
• Update and ensure policies and procedures are current, effective, and compliant with legal standards.
• Assist with payroll oversight, guaranteeing continuous coverage and accuracy.
• Promote organisational values, culture, and employee engagement through effective communication and actionable programs.
• Manage health and safety documentation and administration to maintain compliance standards.

Candidate Profile

Success in this role requires a confident and accessible People & Culture professional able to operate strategically and practically. Building trust rapidly, introducing structure, and continuously improving operational methods are essential traits.

Additional Information

Applicants must be New Zealand citizens, residents, or possess valid work visas for New Zealand. References will be requested at a later stage; please do not include them with your initial application.