Below is a brief description of this vacancy This page outlines the vacancy and the key skills and responsibilities for the role.Rangiora, New ZealandReference: 6584135About usWaimakariri District is one of the fastest-growing Districts in New Zealand and the fourth largest, by population in the South Island. It's a really interesting time to be involved with Local Government with abundant challenges across a diverse range of areas. The Council is seeking a Senior Human Resources Advisor within the HR Team, based in Rangiora, North Canterbury.About the roleBased in Rangiora and reporting to the HR Manager, the Senior HR Advisor is a critical role for the delivery of the HR function across the Council. You will partner with leaders across the organisation where you will be their trusted advisor on all things HR. You will have strong generalist technical HR skills and be able to get alongside leaders to coach and mentor them with their people challenges.In this role you will be expected to lead and get things done, to demonstrate your senior level skill in all HR related areas.Key responsibilities include the following:Coaching and mentoring leaders on their operational and strategic people challenges.Provide timely and professional ER Advisory support to Managers and our key stakeholders in line with our policies, systems and legislation.Take a lead role in Organisational Development initiatives including employee and leadership development.Drive and lead culture change initiatives.Take a leadership role in embedding the SP10 methodology.Attract and source talent for our specialist recruitment campaigns using internal and external platforms including social media, through proactive sourcing.Partner with leaders regarding employee engagement results and action planning.About youIt's important that you enjoy the variety that comes with working as an HR Generalist, but your particular area of strengths will be put to good use. You will be someone who likes to be operational, hands on and detail oriented, but can also consider the big picture.You'll have sound judgement, resilience and be able to work well with ambiguity and complexity. You'll thrive on pace and change, be flexible and pragmatic in your approach and able to deliver to deadlines. Your ability to communicate and build relationships to become a senior trusted partner will be critical.We like creativity and courageousness, and you will be motivated to make an impact and help to improve our HR service offering to the organisation.Strong and demonstrable experience in a generalist HR role, ideally in a fast paced, dynamic business.Degree/qualification in Human Resources is desirable.Proven working experience in providing Senior HR advice to stakeholders and building trusted relationships.Confident in supporting and investigating employment relations mattersPassion for innovation and growth mindset.Outstanding communicator with strong stakeholder management skills.Resilient & comfortable juggling multiple priorities.Self-motivated and driven to succeed.What we offer:Working as part of a great team that works hard but shares lots of laughs along the way.Ongoing support and training opportunities for personal and professional development.Apply now!This is a great opportunity for you to join a great team and increase your experience and grow your HR skills. To apply please submit your current CV and Cover Letter with your application by clicking on the 'apply now' button. Feel free to contact Lara McConville - HR Manager on 0800965468 for a confidential discussion.Applicants for this position will need to be a NZ citizen or resident. We complete MoJ criminal background checking as part of our selection process.Applications will be reviewed as they come in and will close on 15 th May 2024.The Council is an equal opportunity employer.#J-18808-Ljbffr
