Strategic People Partner

Join to apply for the Strategic People Partner role at Kiwi Rail Position: Strategic People Partner – Play a Key Role in Kiwi Rail's Success Location: Based in Auckland, Ellerslie – a prime location for easy access and great connectivity Employment type: Permanent full-time Overview Kiwi Rail is driving the transformation of New Zealand’s transport network, creating lasting connections across the country. This is a unique opportunity to join a high-impact organisation that plays a vital role in shaping the future of transport, as we deliver sustainable solutions that benefit communities, businesses, and industries nationwide. We are seeking a Strategic People Partner to work closely with senior leadership teams, including those in customer growth and finance, to drive people strategies that empower and align with business goals. In this generalist role, you'll be a trusted advisor, supporting leadership development, workforce planning, and organisational change initiatives across a range of business functions. You will partner with leaders to ensure people strategies are aligned with business objectives, while fostering a strong, adaptive culture that supports growth and innovation. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with senior leaders, particularly in customer growth and finance, to align workforce strategies with business objectives Support leadership development, change management, and organisational design efforts across the business Drive strategic workforce planning, succession planning, and talent management initiatives Foster a high-performance culture through people-focused strategies Contribute to enterprise-level people strategy initiatives, focusing on organisational effectiveness and resilience Proven experience in strategic HR partnering or senior advisory roles, with a broad generalist HR background Expertise in leadership development, organisational design, and change management Strong understanding of NZ employment legislation Exceptional communication and relationship management skills A proactive and adaptable approach to supporting business growth and transformation Nōu te rourou | What’s in it for You Competitive salary plus 4% employer Kiwi Saver contribution Staff discount southern cross medical insurance A wide range of discounts at retail partners5 weeks annual leave Discounted staff travel Access to join NZ Rail Staff Welfare Trust with benefits including holiday homes and support for optometry, physiotherapy, GP services, and prescription costs Professional development opportunities to help you grow and succeed Diverse and inclusive workplace dedicated to innovation, sustainability and community impact Kua rite, kia rite | Ready to Make a Difference?If you're excited to play a part in Kiwi Rail's future and help shape an evolving workforce, we’d love to hear from you. Apply nowApplications close: Sunday 30th of November 2025 Please note: Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment medical and drug screening. NZ residency or citizenship required. Qualifications & Requirements Senior advisory or strategic HR partner experience with a broad generalist HR background Expertise in leadership development, organisational design, and change management Strong understanding of NZ employment legislation Exceptional communication and relationship management skills Proactive and adaptable approach to supporting business growth and transformation Job Details Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Human Resources Industries: Rail Note: Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment medical and drug screening. NZ residency or citizenship required. #J-18808-Ljbffr