HR Systems Administrator

Trojanholdings; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Trojan Holdings in Queenstown is seeking an HR Systems Administrator to own Dayforce across modules, optimise HR processes and provide data-driven insights. You will partner with HR, Payroll, H&S, IT and leaders to ensure secure, efficient systems that add real value.

This is a hands-on role requiring system configuration, reporting, and occasional HR duties such as recruitment and onboarding. You’ll contribute to a modern HR technology landscape in a diverse, New Zealand–based group.

Qualifications

• Experience administering or configuring an HRIS, ideally Dayforce.
• Strong understanding of HR processes and the employee lifecycle.
• Excellent attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Discretion when handling confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Administer and optimise the Dayforce platform across multiple modules.
• Configure workflows, business rules, forms, approvals and security settings.
• Manage user access, permissions and system integrity.
• Develop meaningful HR reports, dashboards and workforce analytics.
• Support system upgrades, testing, enhancements and future implementations.
• Develop templates, resources and collateral within Dayforce.
• Participate in the implementation of a new Health & Safety system and ongoing support.
• Occasionally perform HR duties around recruitment, onboarding and offboarding.

Skills

Dayforce administration

HRIS configuration

HR processes

Data accuracy

Problem solving

Communication

Discretion

Education

HR/Business/Information Systems degree

Tools

Dayforce

Job description

9 Duke Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand

Posted Tuesday, 21 July 2026 at 10:00 am

HR Systems Administrator (Dayforce)

Help shape the future of HR technology for one of New Zealand's most diverse tourism and services groups

Location: Queenstown, New Zealand
Full-time | Permanent

Join Trojan Holdings and make an impact behind the scenes

Trojan Holdings is a proudly New Zealand-owned business with a diverse portfolio of companies operating across tourism, transport, hospitality, property and support services. From iconic visitor experiences to essential business services, our people help deliver exceptional experiences to customers throughout New Zealand. As we continue to invest in technology, people and capability, we're looking for a talented HR Systems Administrator to join our HR team in beautiful Queenstown.

The opportunity

Are you the person everyone turns to when they need help with the system? Do you enjoy solving problems, improving processes, and turning data into meaningful insights?

We're looking for a passionate and technically savvy person to be our HR Systems Administrator and resident Dayforce expert. You will also support our Health & Safety system and, to add further variety, will have some HR officer duties. This is a unique opportunity to own and optimise our HR technology landscape while working closely with HR, Payroll, H&S, IT, and operational leaders across the business.

You’ll play a key role in ensuring our people systems are secure, efficient, user-friendly and delivering real value to the organisation.

What you’ll be doing

In this role, you’ll:

• Administer and optimise the Dayforce platform across multiple modules
• Configure workflows, business rules, forms, approvals and security settings
• Manage user access, permissions and system integrity
• Develop meaningful HR reports, dashboards and workforce analytics
• Support system upgrades, testing, enhancements and future implementations
• Develop templates, resources and collateral within Dayforce
• Participate in the implementation of a new Health & Safety system, and provide ongoing support
• Have some hands-on HR responsibilities around recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding

What we’re looking for

You’ll bring a combination of systems expertise, analytical thinking and HR knowledge, including:

• Experience administering or configuring an HRIS, ideally Dayforce
• Strong understanding of HR processes and the employee lifecycle
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
• Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• A high level of professionalism and discretion when handling confidential information

Bonus points if you have:

• Payroll or workforce management systems experience
• Project or systems implementation experience
• A qualification in HR, Business, Information Systems or a related discipline

At Trojan Holdings, you’ll have the opportunity to influence how HR technology supports our people and businesses across a diverse and dynamic organisation.

In return, we offer:

• A key role with genuine ownership and influence
• Exposure to a broad range of HR technology and improvement projects
• Supportive leadership and collaborative colleagues
• The chance to live and work in one of New Zealand's most sought-after locations, Queenstown

Ready to make a difference?

If you’re passionate about HR technology, thrive on continuous improvement, and want to play a pivotal role in shaping the employee experience through great systems, we’d love to hear from you.

9 Duke Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand