People Advisor

4 days ago


Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand Zespri Group Limited Full time NZ$50,000 - NZ$75,000 per year
Kō wai mātou? Who are we?

Zespri is more than simply the world's single-largest marketer of kiwifruit. We like to think of ourselves as fruit on a mission and as rebels with a cause: to help people, communities and the environment around the world thrive through the goodness of kiwifruit. We are proudly the world's largest marketer of kiwifruit, selling kiwifruit in more than 50 countries. We work with around 2,800 New Zealand and 1,500 international growers and post-harvest companies to source the best-quality Zespri Kiwifruit which we supply through our distribution partners to wholesale and retail customers. We are one of New Zealand's best-known international brands, dedicated to creating sustainable long-term value for growers.

He aha te mahi? What's the role?

We are looking for a People Advisor to join us on a fixed term contract in Mount Maunganui. This role is central to delivering exceptional HR support and ensuring smooth, efficient people operations. Responsibilities include managing onboarding and employee life cycle activities, providing expert guidance on people-related queries, and offering administrative support to People Business Partners and the wider business. The focus is on creating a seamless employee experience and enabling leaders to perform at their best. 

This is a transformative time for the team as HR ServiceNow - a digital ticketing and knowledge base platform - is being introduced to revolutionize People Services delivery. The People Advisor position will be instrumental in supporting the implementation and ongoing operation of this innovative solution, driving operational excellence, streamlining processes, and helping the business reduce low-value queries to enhance overall employee experience. 

Please note this is a 18 month fixed term contract.

Key Accountabilities include: 

Prepare documentation for people-related activities, including employment agreements, variations, certificates, terminations, secondments, and global transfers.  Coordinate onboarding, offboarding, visas, global mobility, and employee benefits, including insurance and fleet management.  Respond to employee and leader queries via the People mailbox and HR ServiceNow, ensuring timely and accurate support.  Support annual people cycles such as performance reviews and remuneration processes, while maintaining accurate employee records and compliance. Partner with People Business Partners to deploy initiatives and contribute to process improvements, policy updates, and handbook enhancements.  Effectively manage data input, employee movements and updates to our HRIS (SAP SuccessFactors) to ensure data integrity. Assist with budgeting, invoicing, and purchase orders.  Champion digital tools and continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes, maintain data integrity, and enhance the employee experience.  Collaborate across global operations, primarily NZ and US, and flex to support projects and team priorities as needed.  Ko wai koe? Who are you?

We are looking for a results-driven individual who has a proven track record in HR administration and employment contract management and you thrives in fast-paced environments. You will also have:  

A minimum of three years HR coordination experience with a solid understanding of HR principles and processes including exposure to visa support and compliance  Proficiency with HRIS systems and strong Excel skills  Digital mindset with a focus on process improvement and innovation  Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills Tertiary qualification in Human Resource Management or similar, or relevant equivalent experience  Experience with SAP SuccessFactors and HR ServiceNow is a bonus.   He aha e tika ai a Zespri? Why Zespri?

Our people are what makes our culture so irresistible and uniquely Zespri. We are a passionate and mighty team of 850+ employees in 23 different locations globally. Working at Zespri is an opportunity to join a fast-paced, culture-driven environment unlike any other. We want people who share our values of making it happen, creating real connections, and leaving a legacy. Join us in shaping our future and be part of a truly unique organisation.
 

Competitive overall remuneration package, including a Short-Term Incentive scheme opportunityFlexWELL flexible work ethos; WFH & the office.Additional paid annual leave day per year (Zespri Day).Global Life and Permanent Disability Insurance.Group Medical Insurance benefits.Convenient Mount Maunganui office location, with free onsite parking.Your daily dose of Vitamin C with free kiwifruit

Tono mai inaianei Apply Now Applications close 12 December 2025.

At Zespri, we understand the importance of diverse perspectives and experiences, and a fair hiring process is the first step to getting there. We want to attract a diverse range of people and encourage everyone from all backgrounds and walks of life to apply. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments to take part in the recruitment and selection process by reaching out to our Talent Acquisition team via email at .


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