Human Resources Advisor – Multi‑site NZ/AU

About the role

The Human Resources Advisor will provide first‑level HR advisory support across Bunzl’s multi‑site operations in New Zealand and Australia. You will work closely with the HR Business Partnering team, handling employee relations, ACC claims and policy queries while contributing to a consistent, compliant HR approach.

Key responsibilities

• Assist HR Business Partners with advisory and administrative HR tasks.
• Coach leaders through performance management and employee‑relations matters.
• Conduct workplace investigations, interview employees and prepare documentation.
• Support workplace change initiatives and organisational projects.
• Help review and implement HR best practices and legislative updates for NZ and AU.
• Own and manage processes for work‑related and non‑work‑related ACC claims, creating guides and toolkits.
• Provide administrative support on key employee and industrial‑relations projects.
• Identify and implement process‑improvement opportunities.
• Assist with broader HR initiatives and projects as required.

Required profile

• Previous experience as an HR Advisor or in a similar generalist HR advisory role.
• Strong employee‑relations and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail and high accuracy.
• Collaborative approach with the ability to build effective stakeholder relationships.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Positive, proactive attitude and commitment to supporting people.

Required skills