Gore District Council is one of three local authorities in Southland and we look after the Gore District, which covers an area of 1250km² and is home to about 12,400 residents. Every day, our staff deliver a wide range of services to our customers to ensure our District is a safe, comfortable, and easy place to live. We are seeking an experienced People and Culture professional to join our team in the position of People and Culture Manager. In this role you will lead the delivery of all people and culture and health and safety services to the Council. This includes: Developing and implementing a people and culture strategy that aligns with the Council's vision and plansProviding advice and coaching to managers across Council on employment mattersEnsuring the Council has high quality, customer centric and legally compliant policies and services across the range of people and culture functions (e.g. recruitment, remuneration, training, employment relations).Developing and implementing a range of strategies and initiatives that contribute to the Council's outstanding workplace culture You'll have relevant qualifications and demonstrated experience across the range of P&C functions. You'll also have high levels of integrity and empathy, combined with excellent skills customer service and communication. This is a full-time position, based in Gore. Flexibility in working hours will be required as many Council meetings are held in the evening. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds who are passionate about ensuring good governance and a thriving community. Applicants will only be accepted from people who have the right to live and work in Aotearoa New Zealand. For more information about living in Gore, visit close: 24 November 2024 For more information, please contact our recruitment partner, Laura Constantine Warren of HelmHR at (email protected).