Recruitment Advisor - Southern Region

Full Time - Fixed Term to end of February 2027 Join a high-performing, collaborative recruitment team supporting critical healthcare services across the South Island. This is an opportunity that offers variety and the chance to make a meaningful impact where it matters most. Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders. About the Role We are seeking an experienced Recruitment Specialist to join our Southern Recruitment team. Ideally you will be based within the Southern region and able to work out of the Dunedin or Invercargill offices. In this role, you'll support a diverse range of roles and services, partnering closely with hiring managers across the full end-to-end recruitment process. As the dedicated recruiter for this portfolio, you'll have the opportunity to take ownership of your roles, build strong relationships, and shape recruitment outcomes for your area. You’ll deliver practical, timely recruitment solutions within a fast-paced, high-volume healthcare environment, while maintaining flexibility and autonomy in how you manage your workload and priorities. This is a great opportunity to contribute to the delivery of essential health services in the region. About the Team/Service/Location You will be part of an experienced recruitment team, working collaboratively to deliver high-quality recruitment outcomes across the Southern region. About You As a Recruitment Specialist you will bring: Proven recruitment experience (internal or agency) Confidence in managing your own portfolios The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills A flexible, solutions-focused mindset and the ability to adapt to changing needs Healthcare recruitment experience is advantageous but not essential. We are looking for adaptable, curious recruiters who are quick to learn and ready to contribute. Working at Health New Zealand Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and serve our communities. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. #J-18808-Ljbffr