HR Adviser

**Position Title**:Adviser - Human Resources

**Team and Group**:Human Resources, Corporate Services

**Position Type**:Permanent, Full Time (38 hours per week)

**Location**:Wellington CBD

**Salary**:$90,791 - $110,000 per annum + KiwiSaver, laptop & mobile

**Bring your previous experience providing HR advice and support to people leaders, and join a collaborative and motivated HR team and learn from talented HR professionals.**

**About Ministry of Transport**

The Ministry of Transport, Te Manatu Waka, is the system leader for the transport sector. We are the government's principal adviser on transport policy, regulation and investment and play a crucial role in ensuring the transport system is working to improve the prosperity for New Zealanders.

We pride ourselves on being an agile Ministry, which maintains a work culture based on our values - collaboration, integrity and excellence.

**About the opportunity | Nga whakamarama mo te tunga**

This a great opportunity to work in a true generalist role, gaining experience working right across the HR function, within a small Ministry, and a collaborative HR team supporting approximately 220 employees. Our HR team consists of HR professionals who genuinely lean in to create a supportive and fun environment. (We also have a great appreciation of chocolate, Dad jokes and like to laugh)

As an HR Adviser, you'll be the first point of contact for HR advice and support for our Tier 3 people leaders, leading work within your own assigned portfolio, as well as supporting the development and implementation of various HR initiatives. You will be supported by, and work alongside a talented, approachable HR Business Partner, who will provide you with the support, experience, and development opportunities to help you grow in your career.

This is a broad role where the work is truly varied and interesting. Key responsibilities include:

- Providing timely, accurate, quality services, advice and support to people leaders across a broad spectrum of HR matters including induction, employment relations, remuneration, payroll, recognition and reward, reporting and analytics, learning and development, performance management, health & safety, talent management and change management.
- Working with the HR Business Partners, Principal Adviser Capability and other members of the HR team to deliver consistent advice and services, drive collaboration and contribute to key work projects/programmes.

**Te wahi ki a koe |**What you'll bring**
- Approx 2 years previous experience providing solid HR advice and support, particularly on employment relations matters. Public sector experience will be very valuable.
- A strong customer focus with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships, with an ability influence and persuade.
- Drive, motivation and a strong work ethic with the ability to build capability in others by advising, supporting and coaching.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills as well as a keen eye for detail.
- Excellent numerical capabilities to produce accurate reports and metrics, and check payroll calculations if needed as back-up to other roles in the team.
- Ability to manage your time effectively and juggle multiple priorities.
- A positive and flexible work mindset, with the willingness to learn and support across all areas of the HR function as and when required.

**Whanuitanga Utu a-Tau | Salary range**

The salary band range is $90,791 - $110,000 per annum (+ KiwiSaver). The salary offered will reflect the skills and experience that you bring.

**Te wahi ki a matou | What we offer**
- A supportive work environment, individual development plans, and opportunities to learn and grow.
- A range of health and wellbeing benefits, including wellbeing days and an annual wellness payment.
- A welcoming range of employee networks.

**Me pehea te tono mai |**How to apply**

**_ Applications close midnight, Sunday 15 May 2025._**

**Interviews will be held on Wednesday 18 June and Thursday 19 June.**
- Please note, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies to fill this vacancy and unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted._