Rostering System Delivery Manager, Te Waipounamu

• Permanent, full time
• Ideally based anywhere in Te Waipounamu (Strong candidates outside of this region may be considered.)

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders.

We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services across 80+ locations - from large urban centres to rural towns and remote communities.

Our goal is to improve health outcomes for all New Zealanders by delivering equitable, accessible and innovative care.

About the Role

The primary purpose of the role is to manage all of the rostering systems within the Te Waipounamu Region ensuring that the organisational and structures are correct the system is configured in line with legislative and Collective Agreement requirements and aligned to the National standards. Ensure the rostering system functionality is optimised for all Districts within the region.

About you

You're an experienced rostering leader with 8–10 years' hands‑on experience managing and implementing rostering systems within large, complex organisations. You bring deep technical expertise combined with strong people leadership, having successfully led teams of eight or more rostering specialists to deliver reliable, compliant, and efficient rostering outcomes at scale.

You have a sound working knowledge of the Holidays Act 2003 and other relevant payroll and employment legislation, and you're confident navigating complex compliance environments. You've also played a key role in the implementation of complex collective agreements, ensuring systems, processes, award interpretation and people are aligned and fit for purpose.

You're known for your ability to balance operational delivery with strategic thinking, build capable teams, and provide trusted advice to stakeholders in high‑pressure, highly regulated environments.

Working for Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by Wednesday, 4 March. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Matt Kelly at

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

Job details

Job Reference:

Job Reference: HNZ/

Location:

South Island - All values

Job type:

Job type: Permanent Full time

Expertise:

Non-clinical - Human Resources - Human Resources

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