Human Resources Business Partner

• Challenging yet rewarding role, making a difference for Healthcare in NZ
• Working for New Zealand's largest employer
• Fixed term, Full time until March 2027

Te Kaupapa – Mission

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the weaving of wellness. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand.

At Health New Zealand, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of innovation, inclusivity, and excellence. We value diversity and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all.

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

We're looking for a skilled and motivated HR Business Partner to join our team, where you will play a key role in delivering high-quality People & Culture support across the business.

Reporting to the Director of HR Operations, you will provide end-to-end HR advice and services, supporting everything from day-to-day operational matters to the delivery of strategic initiatives. This is a great opportunity to take ownership and work closely with senior leaders, helping shape people practices that align with business goals and support our districts.

If you're someone who enjoys building strong relationships, working autonomously, and bringing practical, people-focused HR solutions to life - this could be the perfect next step in your career.

This role works with leaders and people across the district to understand their needs and directions and provide professional HR expertise, guidance, support and solutions, operating within legislation, policies and procedures. You will be required to have strong employment relations skills, the ability to negotiate and agree outcomes, and influence behavioural change.

You will be pro-active with demonstrated evidence of strong time management skills, planning, independent judgement and initiative to be successful. You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and working knowledge of relevant employment legislation. 

The current environment and changes Nationally with Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Taranaki present a unique opportunity of being a part of something special and gaining knowledge and experience in our National Health care setting.

Please click here to view the job description

Moū - About you

Are you someone who thrives in a fast paced working environment.

You are a keen juggler of tasks and enjoy developing strong working relationships with a diverse group of people and can demonstrate:

• Holds an HR/Business/Psychology degree or significant relevant HR or OD experience.
• Minimum 5-8 years' experience as an HR Business Partner/Generalist in a complex organisation.
• Proven experience in performance management, engagement, dispute resolution, negotiation and employee development
• A high level of motivation, enthusiasm and initiative
• A proactive and positive approach to problem solving with the ability to maintain composure when dealing with complex and completing priorities.
• Proven experience in implementing Te Tiriti o Waitangi in action.
• Well-developed time management and prioritisation skills
• Knowledge and application of New Zealand employment law principles and industrial relations

And are seeking:

• To work in a dynamic environment where every day brings something different to work through;

   

• An environment that will enable you to work with multiple different teams and occupational groups;
• A challenging position with the support of a national network dedicated to your professional development.

Is this you? If so then we want to hear from you!

To make an application please click on “Apply Online” from within this advertisement.

If you would like to have an initial discussion about this vacancy please contact Jenna Kensington, HR Business Partner – Email: jenna.kensington@tewhatuora.govt.nz

Closing date for applications is 28 May 2026.

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.