Senior People Advisor

Immediate opportunities to influence and add value
- Partner with leaders to deliver people solutions over a 2-month period
- Step in, bring your expertise, and make a difference quickly

Bring your ER and people advisory / HR expertise to a 2-month fixed-term role supporting our People and brigade leaders and fostering a thriving workplace culture.

**Mo tenei turanga - about the role**

We're looking for a Senior People Advisor to join us on a 2-month fixed-term contract, providing vital continuity of support for our leaders and people.

Reporting to the People Business Partner, you'll immerse yourself in employment relations and HR advisory work, partnering with leaders and teams across our Auckland districts.

In this role, you'll deliver timely, practical advice, assess current challenges, and recommend solutions that drive impact. By collaborating closely with leaders, you'll help foster a culture of growth and development while navigating complex ER issues. Most of your focus will be on supporting People Advisory and HR activities across Auckland.

**Ko tau na ki tenei turanga - What you'll bring to the role**:
A flexible, proactive approach with the ability to quickly adapt, take ownership, and hit the ground running when faced with new challenges, roles, and responsibilities.
- A positive service-focused attitude with a strong commitment to delivering exceptional support and consistently going above and beyond for others.
- Exceptional relationship-building abilities, fostering trust and confidence throughout your portfolio.
- Exceptional organisational skills and comfort in collaborating with managers at all levels to find solutions.
- Outstanding time management skills and the ability to provide realistic assessments of what can be accomplished within time constraints.
- Demonstrated expertise in planning and organisation.
- Comfortable to follow processes, and to navigate ambiguity and exercise sound judgement when processes are not black and white.
- A willingness to roll up your sleeves and tackle any task that needs attention.

**To be successful in this role, we'd expect you will**:

- Have relevant qualifications or experience working in HR.
- Proven experience in employment relations, with the capability to operate at a senior advisory level and quickly add value while working autonomously.
- Good knowledge of current New Zealand employment law and HR practices and how this relates to the organisational context.
- The ability to coach and mentor managers to enhance overall capability in people management.

**He aha nga painga o tenei mahi mou? - Why you will enjoy working here**

As an employer, Fire and Emergency New Zealand is committed to providing an enjoyable and challenging work environment with a focus on ongoing personal development.

**Ko wai matou - who are we?**

Fire and Emergency New Zealand is a Crown Entity responsible for reducing unwanted fires, responding to structural and vegetation fires and other emergencies including motor vehicle crashes, medical emergencies, hazardous substance-related incidents, and natural disasters, and supporting increased community resilience.

Our vision is to build stronger communities and protect what matters most to the people within them. We are proud to be recognised as New Zealand's most trusted public sector agency. Our values reflect what our people believe is core to who we are and the organisation we aspire to be.
- We Do the Right Thing - Kia Tika
- We Serve and Support - Manaakitanga
- We Are Better Together - Whanaungatanga
- We Strive to Improve - Auahatanga

**Ko te tono mai - How to apply**:
Come join us - we are excited about the future of Fire and Emergency New Zealand, and we'd love you to be part of it We value diversity as a strength and welcome applicants that can help bring a difference to our organisation.

**Applications close: 10**th** September 2025**

**Please note: Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory for this role.