People Business Partner (12-month fixed term)

Tau ake rā te moana nei, e papaki kau ana ki te ākau tangata, kakenga waka ka mauru te tohu ki te arearenga o Mauao, he pou herenga mōu, he pou hononga mōu, kia herea ki te tika, kia herea ki te pono. Kia mau, kia ita, kia ū – haumi e, hui e, tāiki e! 

We are seeking a proactive and flexible People Business Partner to support the organisation through current business demands and local government reform programmes. 

Te Tūranga | About the role 

As a People Business Partner, in this 12-month fixed-term position you will provide strategic and operational Human Resources support to the organisation. 

This role has been established to help manage current business-as-usual demands, which may include support for Local Government Reform Programmes, either directly or indirectly. The successful candidate will be comfortable working flexibly across priorities as needs arise, stepping in where support is required most. 

We are looking for someone who is happy to adapt and contribute wherever needed in a dynamic environment. 

Some of the key outcomes and focus areas for this role will be: 

• Acting as a trusted and approachable advisor to People Leaders and the wider organisation. 

• Ensuring HR advice and guidance is sought out and valued by leaders. 

• Coaching and developing People Leaders to strengthen their leadership capability. 

• Building and maintaining trusted, sustainable, and effective working relationships. 

Ngā Pukenga | What you’ll need to succeed 

To succeed in this role, you’ll bring: 

• A tertiary qualification in HR or related discipline 

• Demonstrated ability to work with the business to effectively execute business strategy 

• Exceptional strategic thinking with the ability to influence across all levels of the Organisation 

• Clear and effective communication both written and verbal, with the ability to simplify complex information and get the message to land 

• Calm and patient demeanour, yet dynamic and agile in your approach to work.  

This role sits in a highly sensitive part of the organisation and its imperative that this person can apply discretion and uphold confidentiality. 

Tō Tātou Kaunihera | About Tauranga City Council 

Tauranga City Council is one of Tauranga’s largest employers, and we are always looking to attract great talent to join our driven, passionate, and community-focused team.  

We always strive to ensure that you feel valued and supported in the workplace. 

To highlight that our people are our greatest asset, we offer a wide range of benefits that include 5 weeks annual leave, flexible hours and work from home options, as well as career development opportunities. You can find out more about working at Tauranga City Council here.  

Te Tukanga | How to apply 

If you want to be part of an energetic, fun, and supportive team, then we'd love to hear from you. For more information, please contact Ayla Low, ayla.low@tauranga.govt.nz 

Please note we will not be accepting applications via email. If you wish to apply, please click ‘Apply’ at the bottom of this page and follow the link. 

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, applications will close upon the appointment of a successful candidate. 

We aim to attract a diverse pool of candidates that reflect our communities. It is a priority to ensure that individuals from all backgrounds and walks of life are encouraged to apply for our positions. Should you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruitment@tauranga.govt.nz. 

• Our selection process may include behavioural interview(s), psychometric and ability assessments, reference checks, and pre-employment screening. 

• Tauranga City Council will not accept applications or contact from any placement service, temporary staffing agency, or professional recruiter for this vacancy. If/where Tauranga City Council requires the support of a recruitment agency, we will seek this support from our network of agencies. We ask that you please do not contact Tauranga City Council or any of its employees regarding vacancies. Tauranga City Council will not be responsible for, and will not pay, any commissions, fees or other payments related to such unsolicited contact.