HR Coordinator Jobs in New Zealand HR Coordinator – Industrial Site Services
📍 Hamilton, Waikato | Full-Time | Closes: 13 July 2025
💼 Build your HR career with a team that values people, precision, and progress.
HR Coordinator Jobs in New Zealand. If you’re a detail-driven HR professional who thrives in a dynamic and supportive environment, this is your opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a well-established industrial services company. Industrial Site Services is looking for a motivated HR Coordinator to support our expanding operations and ensure best-practice people management across New Zealand.
🏢 About Industrial Site Services (ISS)
With over 30 years of proven expertise, Industrial Site Services Ltd is a trusted leader in rigging, scaffolding, heavy transport, and industrial engineering. Headquartered in Hamilton and operating nationwide, we’re a proudly New Zealand-owned and family-operated company. Our culture is defined by professionalism, teamwork, and a commitment to safety and respect—and we believe our people are the foundation of our long-standing success.
🎯 Position Summary
As our HR Coordinator, you’ll play a critical role in delivering consistent, compliant, and people-focused HR support across our national operations. Reporting to the Office Manager and working closely with Area Operations Managers, this role covers the entire employee lifecycle—from onboarding to offboarding, compliance, data management, and recruitment assistance.
You will be the go-to person for HR documentation, process accuracy, and timely support that helps our teams perform at their best.
🛠️ Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and manage employment agreements, job descriptions, onboarding documents, and offer letters
- Conduct and coordinate new employee inductions and training records
- Maintain accurate and confidential employee records in HR systems
- Process employment variations including pay, hours, or role changes
- Manage the complete employee lifecycle in the HRIS
- Write job ads, liaise with recruitment agencies, and support interview scheduling
- Assist with immigration and work visa compliance processes
- Maintain and update internal HR policies and SOPs
- Support performance and disciplinary processes with appropriate documentation
- Collaborate with Payroll and Area Managers for consistent HR delivery
- Contribute to HR-related initiatives and projects across the business
- Promote a values-based culture and support team engagement activities
✅ Required Qualifications and Skills
- Proven experience in an HR administration or recruitment support role
- Solid understanding of New Zealand employment law and HR best practices
- Excellent organisation skills and attention to detail
- Strong interpersonal and written communication abilities
- Ability to manage competing priorities independently
- Proficiency in MS Office and HR/ERP systems (e.g., Greentree, MYOB Advanced)
- A formal qualification in HR or Business Administration is advantageous but not essential
🌿 Work Environment & Culture
ISS offers a collaborative and fast-paced environment where your voice is heard, and your efforts are recognised. We foster a down-to-earth, family-oriented workplace where relationships matter, and safety, reliability, and respect are central to everything we do.
💰 Salary & Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience (typical range: NZD $60,000–$70,000/year)
- Supportive leadership and clear expectations
- Opportunities for career advancement within a growing business
- Employee wellness initiatives and team-building events
- Job stability with a reputable industry employer
📚 Training & Career Development
At ISS, we believe in growing talent from within. You’ll benefit from on-the-job learning, access to HR and compliance training, and opportunities to expand your responsibilities as you develop. This role can be a strong stepping stone toward HR Advisor or Business Partner-level positions.
📋 Job Type & Contract
- Full-Time, Permanent
- Based at the Hamilton office with occasional coordination across regional sites
📨 How to Apply
Apply online now or email your CV and cover letter to:
Please note: Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand and be able to pass a pre-employment drug test.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the application deadline?
A: Applications close on 13 July 2025.
Q2: Is this role suitable for entry-level HR candidates?
A: You’ll need some prior HR or recruitment support experience, even if it’s in a junior capacity.
Q3: Do I need a formal HR qualification?
A: It’s a bonus, but not essential. Experience and competency matter more.
Q4: What HR system do you use?
A: We currently use Greentree and MYOB Advanced—experience with either is helpful.
Q5: Will I be required to travel?
A: This is mostly an office-based role, but you may occasionally coordinate with regional sites.
Q6: What are typical working hours?
A: Standard business hours, Monday to Friday—8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Q7: Is there a uniform or dress code?
A: Business casual attire is appropriate in the office environment.
Q8: What kind of team will I be working with?
A: A tight-knit, supportive office team and operational leaders across New Zealand.
Q9: What is the company culture like?
A: Down-to-earth, practical, safety-conscious, and values-driven.
Q10: When can I expect to hear back after applying?
A: Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 1–2 weeks after the closing date.
