Senior Human Resource Advisor (Fixed Term)

The opportunity

We are a dynamic and growing healthcare group delivering high-quality services to our local communities across Auckland. As we continue to expand, we are seeking an experienced Senior Human Resources Advisor to partner with our operational leaders and strengthen people capability across the organisation.

This is a key, hands-on generalist role where you will provide trusted HR and employment relations (ER) advice, support organisational change, and help build leadership capability. You will play an important role in shaping a positive, high-performing workplace culture.

This is a fixed-term 12-month maternity leave cover position, commencing 18 January 2027 and concluding 11 February 2028. The role is 30 hours per week, worked across five days. Following three months of employment, there is the opportunity to work from home one day per week.

What we offer

As a group with over 300 employees, we are committed to supporting and developing our people. We pride ourselves on strong team culture, continuous quality improvement, and modern, effective management practices.

• Direct reporting line to the CEO, with exposure to senior leadership
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• A values-driven organisation focused on community wellbeing

About you

You are an experienced HR professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced, evolving environment. You are confident providing pragmatic advice, managing complex ER matters, and building strong relationships across all levels of the business.

You will be a trusted advisor to leaders, helping them navigate people challenges while developing their capability in effective people management.

Key experience and capabilities

• 5+ years’ experience in a generalist HR role
• Sound knowledge of New Zealand employment legislation and experience managing complex ER cases, including investigations, disciplinary processes, and restructures
• Demonstrated experience supporting organisational change, including consultation and communication processes
• Experience in recruitment and retention strategies, including attracting, onboarding, and retaining high-quality staff
• Proven ability to manage union relationships and support collective bargaining processes
• Experience in policy development, implementation, and continuous improvement
• Ability to interpret HR data and provide insights to support decision-making
• Experience working with HR systems (Employment Hero) and maintaining accurate reporting

Skills you will bring

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong stakeholder management and ability to influence and constructively challenge
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a complex environment
• A collaborative, solutions-focused approach with strong problem-solving capability
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to take initiative

If you are looking to join a progressive organisation that is committed to making a meaningful difference in the health and wellbeing of our community, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion, please contact Monette on monetteg@easthealth.co.nz. To apply, submit your CV and cover letter via Seek.

Applications close on 15 November 2026. We will begin reviewing applications from the 2 November 2026, so we encourage interested candidates to apply as early as possible.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Please note: Only applicants with the right to live and work permanently in New Zealand, and who are currently residing here, will be considered.