People & Culture Advisor – Mount Maunganui

Join a nationwide industry leader and take your People and Culture career to the next level! We offer a competitive remuneration package, employee benefits, and a supportive, collaborative team environment with career growth opportunities.

As a People & Culture Advisor, you'll play a pivotal role partnering with our operational leaders across New Zealand, delivering practical P&C advise and support in a fast-paced, hands-on setting. You'll be visible on site, building genuine relationships and providing high quality advice and support where it matters most.

What You'll Do:

• Provide expert P&C and ER advice to business leaders and employees
• Lead and support investigations, disciplinary processes, and performance management
• Prepare employment agreements, variations, and a range of P&C documentation
• Manage end‑to‑end recruitment campaign management, including onboarding and offboarding functions
• Coach leaders to build capability in people management, ER, and best‑practice
• Support workforce planning, succession discussions, and organisational development initiatives
• Contribute to policy development, review, and implementation
• Uphold safe work practices and support wellbeing initiatives
• Assist with engagement activities and business initiatives
• Drive continuous improvement across P&C processes, systems, and employee experience

What We're Looking For:

• At least 3 years’ experience in HR or employment relations
• Strong knowledge of NZ employment law and confident handling of ER issues
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to manage tough conversations
• Practical, solutions-focused approach with strong admin and computer skills
• Relevant HR or employment relations qualification

About Qube Ports NZ:

We’re a leading nationwide service provider, offering comprehensive cargo logistics, stevedoring, marshalling, transportation, warehousing, and IT solutions. Our commitment to excellence helps New Zealand exporters compete globally.

Please note: You must be a New Zealand citizen and able to pass pre-employment medical, drug, ACC & MOJ Criminal History checks.

Applications close 5th July – candidates will be reviewed as applications come in, so apply early to secure your spot.