Head of Capability and Development

2 weeks ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Brannigans Full time
7/6/202- Opportunity to Leave Your Legacy

  • Strategic, Organisational Development Opportunity
  • Christchurch Based

Our Client

The Role

Based in Christchurch as the Head of Capability and Development, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future Lyttleton Port Company by designing and implementing comprehensive strategies for diversity and inclusion, talent management, organisational effectiveness, and cultural development.

You will work closely with senior executives, leaders, and team leaders to transform culture, optimise employee engagement, and drive the organisation's long-term success.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead transformative change initiatives and foster a culture of continuous improvement. This role will report directly into the Chief People and Culture Officer and is supported by a small team.

About You

We are looking for a high energy OD and/or HR Specialist with Mana You will be someone who has an ability to build relationships and relate to all levels of the organisation, including engaging, influencing, and building credibility at the executive level.


You will be an expert and collaborative in your approach, be an exceptional facilitator and someone who takes a coaching approach to business partnering.

You will have a continuous improvement mindset with an aptitude for leading and motivating others. Demonstrated experience in a senior leadership role, driving organisational development initiatives within a complex and dynamic environment is essential.

Sound like your type of role?
**Applications for this role close 5pm Wednesday the 21 June 2023

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