Senior Advisor - People and Capability

The Electricity Authority Te Mana Hiko is an independent Crown entity that regulates the electricity market. We are a kaitiaki of electricity, and our purpose is to enhance New Zealanders’ lives, prosperity, and environment through electricity.

We are focused on achieving an electricity system that is secure, resilient, and affordable, and provides more choices for consumers. Competition is critical to making this happen.

Senior Advisor - People and Capability

About the role

Join our passionate People and Capability team in a broad generalist role that combines operational delivery with strategic project work. As a trusted Senior Advisor, you’ll provide practical advice across the full range of HR matters including performance, development, employment relations, and change.

You’ll also lead or contribute to P&C initiatives, support internal capability building, and mentor others in the team.

Why work with us?

Electricity plays a critical role in the quality of our lives and businesses. As an electricity kaitiaki our work is diverse, intellectually challenging and contributes directly to our communities, economy, environment, and the nation as a whole.

We foster an open, collaborative environment that encourages quality, innovation, ongoing learning, and knowledge sharing. We support a healthy work-life balance and offer a range of benefits to support our teams :

• Competitive remuneration range, from $115,000 (plus 3% net KiwiSaver contribution)
• Flexible working options
• Individual and organisational support for training and development
• A strong focus on health and wellbeing, including allowances, Habit Health+EAP for you and your whānau, and regular team events

Are you someone with the following?

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. To apply for this role, you must have a legal right to work in New Zealand at the time of submitting your application.

Applications close Thursday 9 October 2025 – but we may start considering applications as they are received, so don’t wait!

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