People and Capability Advisor (Fixed Term)

About The Role:

This is a 7-month fixed term role covering maternity leave and can either be full time or part time.

Are you an experienced HR generalist who enjoys balancing operational delivery with meaningful people initiatives? At Tuatahi we are looking for a People & Capability Advisor to provide practical, trusted advice and support across the full employee lifecycle.

As our P&C Advisor, you’ll provide day-to-day HR advice and guidance while also contributing to wider culture and capability programmes. You’ll ensure policies and processes are applied consistently, risks are managed appropriately, and managers feel confident navigating people matters.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Providing sound HR and ER advice to managers, including performance management, disciplinary processes, remuneration, and change matters

• Managing end-to-end recruitment, including role grading, advertising, interviewing, offers, onboarding and offboarding

• Supporting culture and engagement initiatives, including pulse measures and follow-up actions

• Maintaining accurate HR data across systems and preparing reports for leadership and the Board

• Supporting learning and development programmes and leadership workshops

Skills and Experience Required:

• A Bachelor’s degree in HR or equivalent qualification

• 3+ years’ experience in a generalist HR role

• Proven experience providing ER advice and supporting managers through people processes

• Strong knowledge of NZ employment legislation and HR best practice

• Experience managing recruitment processes end-to-end

Why Tuatahi is the Place for You:

At Tuatahi, we’re not only leaders in technology - we’re dedicated to looking after our people. Our benefits are designed to support your wellbeing and help you thrive, both at work and at home:

• Utilities Rebate: Support with essential home costs like power and fibre.

• Refer-a-Friend Bonus: Bring great people into the team and get rewarded.

• Volunteer Day: One paid day each year to give back to your community.

About Us:

As a leader in Aotearoa’s ultrafast broadband revolution, Tuatahi is powering the future of connectivity. Our 6,000 km fibre optic network is the backbone that links households and businesses to the internet, driving digital growth across regions like Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Hawke’s Bay, and beyond.

We partner with retail service providers and mobile network operators, enabling them to offer a range of services to over 249,000 homes and businesses. As we expand, we’re seeking innovative minds to help us shape a digitally empowered tomorrow. Join us and be part of something truly transformative.

Sounds Like you? Apply Now

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Diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to how we work. When you apply, we’ll invite you to answer two optional questions to help us track progress toward fair and equal opportunities. Your responses are anonymous, voluntary, and have no impact on your application.

Advertising closes: 24 March 2026