People & Capability Advisor - 12 Month Fixed Term

About The Role

Join a People & Capability team during a period of meaningful change, legislative preparation, and organisational improvement.

This opportunity offers broad exposure across employee relations, industrial relations, and P&C projects, making it ideal for someone looking to build depth and accelerate their HR career in a supportive, hands-on environment. You’ll work closely with leaders across the business, balancing advisory, coordination, and continuous improvement work with the opportunity to see the real impact of what you do.

This is a 12-month fixed-term role, with an anticipated start date in September 2026.

About Tatua

We’re a farmer-owned dairy co-operative based in Morrinsville, producing specialised dairy ingredients for global markets. We’re a team where people take ownership, support each other, and focus on doing things well. At Tatua, you’ll have the opportunity to develop your capability, contribute to meaningful work, and see the impact of what you do.

What You’ll Be Doing

In this varied role, you will:

• Partner with leaders to support employee relations matters, ensuring fair, consistent, and practical outcomes
• Coordinate ER processes including documentation, meetings, and case preparation
• Develop and enhance People Hub resources, enabling self-service for leaders and employees
• Support key people processes such as performance, engagement, and talent cycles
• Assist with union bargaining preparation and coordination, gaining exposure to industrial relations
• Maintain accurate employee records and support audit and compliance activities
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing systems, processes, and employee experience
• Provide support across recruitment and onboarding when required.

What You’ll Bring

You’ll be someone who enjoys variety, takes ownership, and builds strong relationships across the business.

• Have experience in HR / People & Capability or similar
• Solid understanding of employee relations processes and HR operations
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail
• Confidence engaging with stakeholders and building trust
• Ability to manage competing priorities and stay proactive
• Experience with HRIS and/or payroll systems.

Why Join Tatua?

• Gain broad, hands-on exposure across ER, IR, and P&C projects
• Work closely with an experienced, supportive P&C team
• Contribute to meaningful organisational initiatives and improvements
• Build capability in a role that offers real variety and responsibility
• Be part of a values-driven co-operative where people genuinely matter.

Our Values at Tatua

• Co-Operative at the Core: We create shared success for our people, shareholders, customers and community
• Committed to Tomorrow: We encourage innovation to forge our own path for a thriving future
• Everyday Good People: We take pride in doing our best, with care and integrity

Applications Close: 21 June 2026

NOTE: Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and this role may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found.

What we offer:

• Subsidised Medical Insurance
• Life, Disability & Income Protection Insurance 
• Development & Training opportunities
• Additional Parental Leave
• Comprehensive Wellbeing Package: Workstation Assessment, Annual Health Screenings, Free Flu Vaccines, EAP Services, Onsite Wellbeing Committee
• Discounted Staff Products
• Free onsite Secure Parking

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