Human Resources Business Partner - Hokitika

Human Resources Business Partner - Hokitika

Work Life Balance on the West Coast

Supportive and inclusive environment

Grow your career in a large organisation

About the role

Due to ongoing business growth, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Human Resources Business Partner (permanent full-time) to join our dedicated and supportive P&C team.

Reporting to the Group HR Manager, and based in our Hokitika site, on the stunning West Coast.

You'll provide trusted advice and guidance on a wide range of HR and people-related matters, helping to ensure HR is seen as a valued strategic partner across the business.

We\'re a people-focused team that values strong relationships, collaboration, and a supportive workplace culture.

You'll work closely with business leaders, supporting them on all matters related to employee and industrial relations, so a solid understanding of New Zealand employment law is essential.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, adapt well to change, and bring a positive and can-do attitude, we\'d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

Partner with business leaders to understand strategic objectives and develop aligned HR strategies

Provide coaching and guidance to GMs, managers, and supervisors on employee relations, performance management, and leadership development

Lead and support key initiatives across the People & Culture roadmap, including system implementations, policy development, and strategic projects

Align HR practices with business goals to drive performance, employee engagement, and organisational effectiveness

Offer expert advice and support on HR systems, policies, processes, and best management practices

Champion and continuously enhance a positive, engaged workplace culture

Play an active role in fostering a high-performing, collaborative P&C team

Skills and Experience

Proven track record of providing HR advice at all organisational levels, preferably within manufacturing, FMCG, or other large, complex, multi-site environments

Knowledge of New Zealand employment legislation, current HR trends, and best practices

Skilled in utilizing various HR systems and frameworks, including candidate management, remuneration reviews, and performance appraisal tools

Experience contributing to organisational development, remuneration strategies, and change management initiatives.

Exceptional coaching, relationship management, and influencing capabilities, complemented by excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proactive, results-oriented approach with a positive, can-do attitude.

Adept at interpreting HR and business data to provide actionable insights that support managers in making informed, strategic decision.

What We Offer

Health insurance

Employee assistance & wellbeing programs

Enhanced parental leave provisions

• Delicious discounted grass-fed butter!!!

About the Company

Westland Milk Products is a well-known New Zealand end-to-end dairy manufacturer based in the beautiful South Island.

We process over 700 million litres of milk a year and produce a wide range of dairy ingredients and consumer and foodservice products.

With a committed and passionate team of approx.

700, we recognise that our people are a huge part of our on-going success, and they are immensely proud of the world-class products we produce.

Owned by the Global Top 5 dairy company Yili Group, Westland Milk Products and its related companies in New Zealand, Oceania Dairy (Glenavy), Pure Nutrition Ltd (Rolleston), Canary Foods (Hamilton) and EasiYo Ltd (Auckland) form a group that we refer to as the Yili Oceania Business Division (YOBD).

The combined business produces over 170,000mt of finished goods which are then exported to over 40 countries, driving annual revenue in excess of $1.3B - and growing.

How to Apply

Please submit your application through our careers page atwestlandcareers.co.nz .

For further details, please refer to the accompanying position description available on the site.

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