Payroll & People Advisor

5 days ago

Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand Alpine Energy Limited Full time NZ$60,000 - NZ$80,000 per year

Who we are

We own and operate the electricity distribution network that provides South Cantabrians with power. We are proud to be community-owned and connect over 34,000 customers throughout the region.

Our values of Safety, Accountability, Integrity, and Respect reflect who we are, what matters to us and how we do what we do. We care deeply about people, and strive to empower our people, our customers and our community while innovating for the future and generations to come.

We are considered an essential lifeline service, playing a significant role in our community, contributing to the growth and prosperity of South Canterbury and New Zealand's transition to a low-carbon economy.

We are in a period of substantial investment and with that comes exciting career opportunities for the right candidates to join our high performing team.

The role

We're seeking a detailed-oriented professional to join Alpine in a permanent role, supporting our People team and ensuring payroll excellence. In this role you'll play a key part in managing the payroll systems for the organisation and keeping related employee records up to date, ensuring staff are paid correctly and on time.

As our Payroll and People Advisor, you will be responsible for:


• Ensuring all payroll transactions are processed efficiently on a fortnightly and monthly basis


• Collection, calculation and entering of payroll data in an accurate manner


• Ensuring all payroll queries are responded to in an accurate and timely manner


• Providing generalist HR advice, guidance and support to all staff

What you'll need


• Previous experience in a payroll processing environment (usually 2+ years)


• Previous experience in a HR role (usually 3+ years)


• Strong understanding of the Microsoft Office suite and payroll software programs


• Strong stakeholder management skills across a diverse group of stakeholders

Nice to haves


• Experience working with MYOB


• The proven ability to adapt to changing conditions and self prioritise based on the current need


• A relevant tertiary qualification in HR, Business Administration, or Accounting.

What we offer

At Alpine, we are committed to fostering a healthy work-life balance and offering a comprehensive employee value proposition that empowers you to bring your best self to work. We strive to keep you motivated, offer competitive rewards, and encourage you to share your ideas and innovations.

Our dedication to our people, culture, and community is genuine, and we believe in having fun along the way. We actively engage in sponsorship aimed at positively impacting the region, and as a member of the Alpine family, you'll have the chance to participate in these meaningful events and make a lasting difference.

Our state-of-the-art offices in Timaru are designed to enhance collaboration and productivity, featuring stunning panoramic views. Enjoy our well-stocked café with top-notch coffee, fruit bowls, interactive games, and an outdoor space for those well-deserved breaks.

We prioritise health and safety, maintaining Alpine's strong record of ensuring our team goes home safely each day. Alongside a substantial welfare package and competitive salary (with various allowances), we offer opportunities for upskilling and career advancement. Relocation assistance may also be available.

Next steps

If this role resonates with you and your excited about contributing to South Canterbury's energy future, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply by submitting your cover letter and CV, detailing why you're the perfect fit for this position.

Rest assured; all applications will be handled with the utmost confidentiality. We encourage you to apply early, as we will begin reviewing applications on a rolling basis and may close the application process before the advertised deadline. Our preferred candidate would be able to start on or beforeMonday the 1st of December.

No Agencies or Floating CV's please

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