Engagement & Culture Group Coordinator

7 days ago

Timaru, New Zealand Timaru District Council Full time

TDC is on the lookout for an Engagement & Culture Group Coordinator to get involved in a diverse range of activities that support our most vital resource - our awesome people Here’s a snapshot of what you can expect:
Your challenge will be coordinating the team's day-to-day HR operations and administration processes. Reporting to the Group Manager, Engagement and Culture, you will support the effective provision of all Human Resources, Health and Safety, Learning and Development, and Wellness-related functions across the Timaru District Council.

Working across the organisation, you will need to be a great communicator, both written and verbal, and have the natural ability to build rapport quickly to engage with our people at all levels.

We’re looking for a problem solver who can identify when pieces of the puzzle are missing and fill in the gaps. You’ll work efficiently whilst not compromising on attention to detail, and when it comes to juggling multiple priorities - you will have it covered.

Knowledge of relevant legislation including Employment Relations Act 2000, Health & Safety at Work Act 2015, Privacy Act 2020 and experience working with payroll would be an added advantage. Needless to say, you’ll be about as switched-on as they come.

If you’re passionate about people, an all-round good sort and ready for a challenge, let us know.

**The District**

Timaru District is a thriving and innovative community. It is the central hub for the South Island, servicing a large agricultural heartland, with a growing economy that provides the import and export gateway for primary sectors. We boast a Top 10 most loved beach in New Zealand and have access to mountains, rivers, and lakes, making Timaru an ideal destination for recreational, sporting, and cultural pursuits.

Let’s not forget about that 7 minute commute to work

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The Timaru District Council aims to enable democratic local decision-making and action by, and on behalf of communities, to promote the social, economic, environmental, and cultural well-being of its communities in the present and for the future. With around 400 staff, there are a diverse range of roles from front facing community to support and technical specialists.

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