HR Coordinator

JobSpace; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Platinum Recruitment is seeking an HR Coordinator to support the full employee lifecycle for our locally owned clients in New Zealand. Reporting to the General Manager, you will coordinate recruitment and onboarding, maintain HR documentation and assist with payroll backup.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in HR/payroll, strong communication skills, and a proactive, collaborative approach in a fast-paced industry with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in HR and/or payroll.
• Solid understanding of HR best practices across recruitment, employee relations, performance, and compliance.
• Confident handling ER matters and knowing when to seek advice.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills across all levels.
• Proficient in HR/payroll systems and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Skilled in recruitment, including behavioural interviewing and candidate assessment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment and onboarding processes.
• Maintain HR documentation and records.
• Support employee relations and assist with reporting and compliance.
• Contribute to culture and engagement initiatives, health and safety.
• Provide backup payroll support when needed.
• Assist with HR data analysis and reporting.

Skills

HR & payroll

Recruitment

ER matters

Communication

HR systems

MS Office

Tools

HR software

MS Office

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Grow your capabilities across generalist HR and payroll supporting the wider P&C team with a heavy focus on the full recruitment lifecycle

We are seeking a motivated and passionate HR Coordinator to join our locally owned and operated clients.This is a great opportunity for a HR Professional with a couple years of experience under their belt to progress your career in a fast-paced industry that can provide long-term growth and development.

THE ROLE:

Reporting to the General Manager, you’ll play a key role in supporting the full employee lifecycle and ensuring smooth HR operations. You’ll be responsible for coordinating recruitment and onboarding, maintaining HR documentation, supporting employee relations, and assisting with reporting and compliance. You’ll also contribute to culture and engagement initiatives, health and safety, and provide backup payroll support.

ABOUT YOU:

The ideal candidate will be a confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills and a professional, approachable manner. They’ll be highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines with ease. A proactive mindset, sound judgement, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively are key. Adaptability, discretion, and a commitment to timely, high-quality work will ensure success in this role.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• 3+ years’ experience in HR and/or payroll, with relevant qualifications or equivalent practical knowledge.
• Solid understanding of HR best practices across recruitment, employee relations, performance, and compliance.
• Confident handling ER matters and knowing when to seek advice.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills across all levels.
• Proficient in HR/payroll systems and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Skilled in recruitment, including behavioural interviewing and candidate assessment.

Applicants must have a valid work visa, permanent residency or NZ citizenship to be considered.

Platinum Recruitment is proud to be a member of Te Uru Tāngata Centre for Workplace Inclusion and believes in equal opportunities for all. We actively promote diversity and inclusion in all our recruitment processes.