People & Performance Business Partner – Full Time

Ngati Whatua Orakei is a hapu of Ngati Whatua.

We live in and around the Tamaki isthmus.

We hold to our mana motuhake, our history, our culture, our identity, and our reo.

Our whakapapa traces to Tuperiri and the hapu Nga Oho, Te Taou, and Te Uringutu.

We are tangata whenua in Tamaki.

Our authority over land and sea rests on take tupuna, take raupatu, ahi ka, and tuku whenua.

Ngati Whatua Orakei Trust looks after the collective affairs of our hapu.

We have more than 8,000 registered members across Aotearoa and overseas.

Orakei Marae is our cultural hub.

Te Kahu Topuni o Tuperiri describes the protective reach of our ancestor across our rohe.

Purpose of the role

We are looking for a Business Partner to join our Toi Tangata People & Performance team providing support and guidance across all our sites.

This is a pivotal role partnering with managers to deliver high-quality HR and people services that reflect both best practice and our Ngati Whatua Orakei values.

You will play a key role in supporting line managers, leading ER case management, and embedding core P&P processes such as goal setting, salary reviews, performance matters, and workforce planning.

The role is varied and fast-paced, balancing advisory expertise with cultural competency, ensuring kaimahi are supported to thrive.

Nga tino pukenga / wheako | Qualifications & Experience

Essential

Must hold a tertiary NZ HR or legal qualification and have recent understanding in current NZ

At least 2-3 years working as a Human Resource Business Partner with a strong focus on ER issues, policies and enhancing performance

Must be used to partnering within a business with proven shifts in performance metrics

Strong cultural competency ideally gained from working in an iwi or similar context

Proven capability around accuracy, management of privacy and disciplined management of files

Desirable

Familiarity with HR systems (HRIS, ATS, LMS) and confident with technology.

To be successful in this role, we recognise that the following values & competencies are critical for kaimahi / employees to flourish at Ngati Whatua Orakei :

Manaakitanga

Respect

Resilience

Whanau outcome focused

Collaboration

Cultural Understanding

Key Responsibilities

Partner with line managers to deliver timely and effective P&P advice.

Lead and support ER case management, ensuring professional and culturally appropriate outcomes.

Support and strengthen line manager capability, confidence, and cultural awareness.

Ensure compliance with employment legislation, policies, and privacy standards.

Contribute to continuous improvement of P&P processes and systems.

Requirements & Checks

Applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand.

Please be aware in applying for this role, you may be required to undergo the following pre-employment checks :

Police Vetting Report

Qualification Check

Apply Now

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If you have any questions about the role please email :

We will be reviewing applications and undertaking interviews ahead of the closing date, therefore please do not hesitate to submit your application!

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