Senior HR Advisor

Overview

Senior HR Advisor at NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi

We’re looking for a skilled Senior HR Advisor to join our Pūmanawa Tāngata – People and Safety Group. This role is primarily working with our Digital business group but will also provide support to our Regulatory and Customer & Services groups when needed. You’ll work closely with leaders across your business groups to deliver workforce strategies, build leadership capability, and drive HR excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Partnering with leaders to deliver workforce plans aligned with NZTA’s strategy.
• Supporting strategic and operational hiring, succession planning, and diversity initiatives.
• Guiding our leaders through performance and remuneration processes.
• Managing employment relations cases and supporting union consultation processes.
• Leading organisational design and change initiatives, ensuring legal compliance.
• Coaching leaders to confidently manage people-related activities.

Ko koe tēnei | About you

What You’ll Bring To The Role

We are offering a very competitive salary and benefits including 5 weeks annual leave. If you’re ready to bring your expertise, courage, and collaborative spirit to a role that truly matters—apply now and help us move New Zealand forward.

Mō mātou | About Us

Pūmanawa Tāngata, the People and Safety Group, is responsible for developing and managing people related systems, processes and practices so we have the workplace and capabilities we need to succeed now and in the future. Pūmanawa Tāngata develops the people strategy with emphasis on talent, diversity, culture and leadership capabilities, and develops, lifts and manages people related systems, processes and practices.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Please click apply to upload your CV and cover letter detailing your suitability for the role.

NZTA Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered. We celebrate the unique strengths and perspectives of all our employees and are committed to ensuring that no one is discriminated against based on their differences. Our goal is to create an environment where every individual feels a true sense of belonging. Join us in building a genuinely inclusive environment that honours all cultures and identities.

Rā Katinga | Applications close : 5 October 2025

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To be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.

Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We recognise the importance of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a working environment that embraces these values. Please let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.

Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications. We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.

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