Human Resources Manager

HR Manager | Nind Group

• Are you an experienced HR professional with a strong people-focus and a passion for building a positive workplace culture?
• Are you looking for a dynamic role where no two days are the same and you can enjoy the opportunity to shape people strategies in a fast-paced, trade environment?

If so, we want to hear from you!

About Nind Group

Nind Group is a leading trades-based contracting company with a talented team of 180+ skilled professionals operating across Electrical and Dairy divisions throughout the South Island. They are committed to maintaining a safe and supportive environment for their employees, sub-contractors and clients.

Nind Group are now seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to join the team, leading and supporting operations, providing high quality support to the management team, and driving the strategic direction of people and culture.

About the Role

The Human Resources Manager will work closely with our GM, Directors and Branch Managers to ensure policies, processes and people practices are effective, compliant and aligned with our values.

The successful candidate will enjoy a diverse workload, from end-to-end recruitment processes and leading the delivery of all core HR functions across the Nind Group, through to providing sound employment relations advice, developing and implementing HR strategies which align with the businesses’ strategic objectives, supporting staff engagement, undertaking performance reviews and identifying training needs, and championing an inclusive workplace culture.

About You

We would love to hear from experienced HR professionals who are keen to make a meaningful impact in a role where your people-skills, leadership and ideas are valued.

The ideal candidate will tick the following boxes:

- Hold a tertiary qualification in HR, business administration, or a related field

- 3+ years generalist HR experience (preferably at management level in a trade industry)

- A sound practical knowledge of NZ employment law and HR best practice

- A strong communicator, with the ability to engage and work collaboratively with a wide range of people

- Prepared to be involved in both operational and strategic HR tasks

- Professional, with a high level of integrity and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

What’s in it for you?

Nind Group are proud of their supportive, down-to-earth culture. The successful candidate will have autonomy in their role and the opportunity to work with a friendly team. Competitive remuneration including medical insurance.

This is a full-time role where travel around the branches is required on a regular basis.

Come to Southland

Southland is a great place to live and work. We have beaches, ski fields, national parks, lakes and fiords all a short journey from Invercargill. Combined with reasonable house prices, short commutes, excellent schools and a relaxed pace of life.

What are you waiting for? Contact [email protected] for more information and a confidential discussion. Or apply now via the link below.

Applications close 16 March 2026.

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