Human Resources Generalist

Aviat Networks; Lower Hutt; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aviat Networks in New Zealand is seeking an HR Administrator to support the NZ operation with a focus on payroll, onboarding, and data integrity. The role involves collaborating across regions to ensure compliant HR processes and timely responses to inquiries.

You will manage onboarding and offboarding, maintain accurate employee records in HRIS, and participate in audits. A Bachelor's degree and five years of relevant experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resources or administration preferred.
• Five years of work experience in a similar HR role.
• Experience in payroll process administration.
• Experience in telecommunications or IT sector preferred.
• Able to work independently with high integrity.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end HR processes with accuracy and timeliness.
• Manage onboarding and offboarding activities, inductions, and exit interviews.
• Administer payroll and employee benefits processes.
• Conduct regular HR data audits for data integrity across systems.
• Assist audits and respond to HR/payroll queries in a timely manner.
• Maintain employee Records in HRIS/payroll systems and ensure privacy compliance.
• Contribute to regional and global HR initiatives.
• Provide general HR support and perform additional duties.

Skills

Onboarding management

Payroll administration

Data accuracy

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/administration

Tools

HRIS/Payroll systems

Job description

About the Role:

To assist in the implementation, execution, administration and supervision of HR processes relevant to Aviat's New Zealand and Australia needs - locally, regionally and globally.

Responsibilities:

• Support end-to-end HR processes, ensuring adherence to established procedures and approval frameworks while maintaining high standards of accuracy, timeliness, and service delivery.
• Manage onboarding and offboarding activities, including coordinating new hire inductions and conducting exit interviews.
• Administer payroll and employee benefits processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable policies.
• Perform regular HR data audits to ensure data integrity, consistency, and completeness across systems.
• Provide support during internal and external audits, respond to HR and payroll-related queries in a timely manner, and deliver detailed explanations where required.
• Accurately record, document, and report employment-related information, escalating issues as required to ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate employee records within personnel files and HRIS/payroll systems, ensuring full compliance with data privacy regulations.
• Contribute to the implementation of regional and global HR initiatives and projects as required.
• Provide general HR support and carry out additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Competencies:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources or administration preferred
• Five years of work experience in similar role
• Self-driven and goal-oriented mindset and working style
• Ability to establish high integrity and trust among staff
• Ability to work independently
• Diligence and preciseness
• Experience in Payroll process Administration
• Working experience in telecommunication or IT sector is preferable
• No supervisory experiences required
• No traveling required

NOTE: Position is New Zealand based on site. Candidates must be eligible to work in NZ, and no sponsorship can be provided.