HR Coordinator

About the role

We are seeking an energetic HR Coordinator to join Waipuna Hospice in Bethlehem, Tauranga. In this role you will be the first point of contact for staff and candidates, supporting a compassionate end-of-life care team while ensuring smooth people operations.

Key responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for HR queries, creating a positive first impression for employees and applicants.
• Manage full-cycle recruitment: write job ads, screen applications, conduct reference checks and extend offers.
• Coordinate onboarding and off-boarding processes, including welcome packs and exit checklists.
• Administer payroll, timesheets and roster accuracy.
• Maintain HRIS and employee records, producing timely reports.
• Support learning and development by organising training sessions and tracking outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation and internal policies.
• Contribute to building a service-driven, supportive workplace culture.

Required profile

• Approachable, friendly and able to assist colleagues and candidates.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and juggle multiple tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to follow-through.
• Quick learner who takes initiative and adapts to new challenges.

Required skills

• Proficiency with HRIS tools.

What we offer

• Competitive salary of $65,000 per year.
• Monday-Friday workweek supporting work-life balance.
• Collaborative, supportive team culture in a charitable hospice setting.