People & Culture Business Partner

Based in Hamilton Fixed term to July 2027 A pivotal role that partners with senior leaders to drive strategic People & Culture initiatives, enabling transformational change and long-term impact across the district 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. At Health NZ, youll be part of something bigger. We are committed to reimagining healthcare in Aotearoagrounded in equity, partnership, and care for our people and communities. This is your chance to: Make a meaningful, national impact Work in a values-driven, purpose-led organisation Grow your career in a supportive, forward-thinking environment Help build a workforce that truly reflects and serves our communities About the Role Shape the future of healthcare through people and culture. Were looking for an experienced and forward-thinking People & Culture Business Partner to join our team and help drive meaningful, system-wide change. This is an opportunity to work at the heart of Health NZ, partnering with senior leaders to influence strategy, build capability, and create a workplace where people and communities thrive. In this role, youll play a critical part in delivering impactful P&C initiatives that align with organisational priorities, strengthen leadership capability, and embed culturally safe, sustainable practices. Youll bring a strategic lens, while remaining hands-onleading change, solving complex challenges, and helping shape the future workforce across the district. What youll be doing Partnering with senior leaders to align People & Culture strategies with organisational priorities and drive performance Leading and supporting system wide change that improves outcomes for our people and the communities we serve Championing engagement, wellbeing, and culturally safe practices that nurture a resilient, inclusive workforce Providing expert advice on organisational design, talent development, and performance Proactively managing risk, compliance, and health & safety within your portfolio Using insights and data to inform decisions and continuously improve how we work About the Team Youll be part of a high-performing team of People & Culture partners who learn from one another, share their strengths, and are committed to growing together while leading diverse portfolios. Together, the team is known for building strong, trusted relationships and delivering meaningful impact across the organisation. We foster a collaborative and inclusive environment where knowledge is shared, successes are celebrated, and a sense of fun and connection is part of how we work. Support is always close at hand, and theres a genuine commitment to each others growth and wellbeingcreating a place where you can thrive professionally while doing meaningful work. Grounded in Te Tiriti o Waitangi, we are committed to actively upholding equity, partnership, and strengthening health outcomes. This means working in ways that honour Te Tiriti principles, embedding culturally safe practices, and challenging inequities within our systems and processes. As part of this team, youll play a role in shaping a workforce that reflects and responds to the diverse communities we serve. About you Youre a seasoned People & Culture professional who combines strategic thinking with genuine care for people. Youre confident influencing at a senior level, thrive in complexity, and are motivated by the opportunity to make a difference at scale. Proven experience in a senior HR/P&C partnering role within a complex environment Strong ability to influence and build credibility with diverse stakeholders Experience leading or contributing to large-scale change initiatives Sound knowledge of employment relations, organisational development, and workforce planning A data-informed, solutions-focused approach A strong commitment to equity, cultural safety, and improving outcomes for all #J-18808-Ljbffr