HR Business Partner

HR Business Partner – Waipuna Hospice

• Supporting people who support our community
• Enrich a workplace where compassion thrives and people feel truly valued
• Empower leaders and teams who make a difference when it matters most

At Waipuna Hospice, we’re all about delivering compassionate end-of-life care across the Western Bay of Plenty. Our goal is to deliver a responsive, compassionate, and person-centred care to individuals living with life-limiting illnesses, which is often in their homes.  We also have a welcoming inpatient unit in Te Puna for those who need extra support.

We’re a charity powered by passion, courage, teamwork, and community spirit.   Our funding is made possible by our fundraising heroes, and our busy charity shops with partial support from the government.

Great care starts with great people, and great people need great support – that’s where you come in!

ABOUT THE JOB

This is a part‑time position (0.6 FTE) reporting to the Human Resources Manager and is based in Te Puna.

We’re seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to strategically align people practices with organisational needs, ensuring our workforce is capable, engaged, and well supported to deliver exceptional care to our community.

In this role, you will act as a strategic liaison between HR and the business, ensuring that initiatives across the employee lifecycle from recruitment and onboarding to performance development directly support Waipuna Hospice’s goals.

You will partner closely with People Leaders, offering insights as a trusted advisor on workforce planning, team dynamics, and organisational challenges. Through a consultative, people‑centred approach, you’ll help leaders make informed decisions that strengthen team capability and enhance service delivery.

Part of your role will be shaping and implementing HR programs such as talent development, engagement initiatives, and succession planning-programs that build organisational capability and support long‑term sustainability.

Because you understand both the business and its people, you will play a vital role in navigating change, improving performance, and fostering a healthy, values‑based culture. Whether supporting growth, restructuring, or shifts in strategy, you’ll help teams adapt with confidence and clarity.

ABOUT YOU

You’re a people‑centred HR professional who thrives on building trusted relationships and partnering with leaders to achieve meaningful outcomes. You bring a practical, hands‑on approach and the confidence to influence, challenge, and guide leaders toward sustainable workforce solutions.

Adaptable and solutions‑focused, you’re experienced in navigating change, strengthening leadership capability, and embedding effective HR practices that enhance the employee experience. Above all, you’re values‑driven, collaborative, and committed to fostering an engaged, high‑performing culture that supports exceptional care.  

You may come from a clinical or healthcare background - this experience would be desirable but not essential.

What You Bring

You will be:

• Knowledgeable in employment legislation, industrial relations, and compliance requirements
• Skilled in developing and implementing HR policies, processes, and initiatives across the employee lifecycle
• Highly effective in communication, influencing, negotiation, and facilitation
• Emotionally intelligent, self-aware, and able to navigate challenging conversations with patience, optimism, and a growth mindset
• Collaborative, values-driven, and culturally aware, maintaining high integrity and confidentiality
• Analytical, with the ability to use HR data to inform decisions and identify workforce trends
• Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage a busy and varied workload
• Technically savvy with strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and experienced with HRIS / workforce systems preferably such as Elmo, Humanforce, or recruitment platformsTop of Form

WHAT WE OFFER

• A fun, friendly and supportive team environment
• Excellent working conditions
• Staff wellbeing and wellness programmes because we care about our staff
• Ongoing professional development (we want you to grow)
• A competitive remuneration package
• Discounts to local dentists, pharmacies, and health insurance
• Free onsite parking

ABOUT US

Our Purpose:  To champion equitable end-of-life care for our communities.

Our Vision:   A world where there is compassionate end-of-life care for all.

Our Values: 

We are inclusive  I  Kotahitanga

Everyone matters

We are courageous  I  Kia Mānawanui

Be brave

We make it simple  I  Kia Ngāwari

Make it easier

We are guardians  I  Kaitiakitanga

Caring about today and tomorrow

COME AND JOIN US

We are committed to working with local Iwi and promoting equity and inclusivity across the organisation in support of our values. We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and cultures.

Waipuna Hospice acknowledges and respects individual diversity and spiritual needs, ensuring a safe and supportive environment. In your application we want to see the real you, share your story and become part of ours.

TO APPLY

If you are a seasoned HR professional with a passion for people and culture, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.

We will review applications as they are received and may progress candidates prior to the closing date. 

Applications close 24 April 2026, however we encourage early applications as the position may close sooner if the right candidate is identified.

If you would like to view the position description for this role, please click here 

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