Senior HR Business Partner

As part of the Pratt & Whitney Network, having a global mindset is key. We require an HR function that provides a ‘One HR’ experience for our employees and leaders around the world.

We are looking for a Senior HR Business Partner to deliver exceptional HR advice, support, and client service to grow the Christchurch Engine Centre as a leading employer of choice, focused on our employee experience. We are committed to our HR Strategy and people priorities critical to enabling business growth and to CHCEC’s employee experience and culture.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an HR team transforming the HR operating model to align with our global HR model, empowering leaders and enhancing our employee experience.

• HR Business Partnering model with IR / ER focus
• Member of APAC and Global HR Teams
• Join our transformation journey in the aviation industry

What You Will Do

You will report to the Senior Manager, HR, as part of the local HR Team. You will develop excellent business partnering relationships with the CHCEC management team, all leaders and employees, along with maintaining positive working relationships with union organisers, delegates, and international colleagues.

You will partner with leaders and employees in your portfolio to understand their business needs and to deliver HR advice, solutions and coaching across the entire employee lifecycle. While this is an HR partnering role that will work across all disciplines including compensation and benefits, Organisational development and talent acquisition within the HR function you will provide specialist IR / ER expertise to the business.

As an IR / ER Expert, you will be responsible for providing advice and for building capability across the business. You will bring your experience and insights, expertise, and strategic problem‑solving skills to the role. You will provide training and coaching to build confidence, self‑insight, and capability for leaders to build inclusive teams and address and manage ER issues directly.

You will maintain strong working relationships with our unions and case manage any escalated complex ER cases. Ideally you will be experienced in collective bargaining and take a lead role, managing any variations to the Collective Agreements.

You will lead projects, working groups, and policy and programme development locally and across APAC in line with our focus on building positive engagement and working relationships and delivering on our people priorities. As well as monitoring legislative updates and keeping all policies current and fit for purpose.

Qualifications You Must Have

Bachelor’s degree with a specialisation in a human resource related field.

Strong working knowledge and interpretation of New Zealand employment legislation and HR best practice.

Experienced practitioner in Employment Relations including case management, dispute resolution, policy development, workplace investigations, disciplinary processes, negotiations, mediations, and performance management.

Experience in working with HRIS / ERP systems.

Experience in Job Analysis, Evaluation and Remuneration.

Qualifications We Prefer

Demonstrated HR functional expertise at a senior HR level with progressively increased responsibility.

Industrial Relations experience is preferred, including collective bargaining and interpretation of Collective Agreements.

Strength in business process improvement and continuous improvement.

Responsive and engaged HR Partner who establishes professional creditability and trusted relationships to get the best people outcomes.

Strong project and programme management skills and experience. Self‑driven, agile, customer and results centric approach towards project delivery.

Data literacy and digital agility along with strong administration skills is essential.

What We Offer

Training and Development : Career development opportunities through training programs, secondments, and mentoring to advance your skill professionally.

Employee Scholarship Program : Financial support for further education.

Superannuation and Bonus Plans : Enjoy attractive superannuation scheme and bonus plan.

Discounted Services and Products : Exclusive discount rates on various services and products, including medical insurance schemes and complimentary financial advice.

Rewards Program : Recognize exceptional contributions and long service to ensure your dedication and achievements are celebrated.

Modern Facility : Easily accessible facility with secure car parking, providing you with a comfortable and safe environment to succeed.

Apply Now!

We ask you to include your CV, relevant certificates, and a cover letter. For certificates obtained outside New Zealand, submit a NZQA equivalency assessment. If shortlisted, we will contact you to discuss your application and may invite you for an online test. Successful candidates will be invited to an in-person interview at our Christchurch Harewood facility. To learn more about us, visit

Notice : The application closing date is on 14 Dec 2025. Depending on the application response, the application closing date may be earlier.

We appreciate your keen interest in this opportunity and thank you for taking the time to submit your applications. Please ensure all required materials are submitted by the deadline.

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