People Business Partner

Who we are

We own and operate the electricity distribution network that provides South Cantabrians with power. We are proud to be community-owned and connect over 34,000 customers throughout the region.

Our values of Safety, Accountability, Integrity, and Respect reflect who we are, what matters to us and how we do what we do. We care deeply about people, and strive to empower our people, our customers and our community while innovating for the future and generations to come.

We are considered an essential lifeline service, playing a significant role in our community, contributing to the growth and prosperity of South Canterbury and New Zealand’s transition to a low-carbon economy.

We are in a period of substantial investment and with that comes exciting career opportunities for the right candidates to join our high performing team.

The role

Join Alpine Energy as our next People Business Partner, partnering with leaders to deliver high-quality people initiatives across the business. You’ll shape people practices, strengthen engagement, and provide trusted HR advice that supports our teams to thrive.

As a People Business Partner, you will be responsible for:

• Coaching and guiding our leaders on people matters, employment relations, and change
• Delivering core people processes and leading projects that enhance culture and capability
• Using insights to support decisions and contribute to policy, process, and framework development

What you’ll need

• Generalist HR business partnering experience (Usually 5+ years)
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Confident to provide sound advice on people matters including performance, development, and ER.
• A solid understanding of NZ employment legislation

Nice to haves

• Experience in the electricity distribution or utilities industry
• Experience dealing with industrial relations matters

What we offer

At Alpine, we are committed to fostering a healthy work-life balance and offering a comprehensive employee value proposition that empowers you to bring your best self to work. We strive to keep you motivated, offer competitive rewards, and encourage you to share your ideas and innovations.

Our dedication to our people, culture, and community is genuine, and we believe in having fun along the way. We actively engage in sponsorship aimed at positively impacting the region, and as a member of the Alpine family, you'll have the chance to participate in these meaningful events and make a lasting difference.

Our state-of-the-art offices in Timaru are designed to enhance collaboration and productivity, featuring stunning panoramic views. Enjoy our well-stocked café with top-notch coffee, fruit bowls, interactive games, and an outdoor space for those well-deserved breaks.

We prioritise health and safety, maintaining Alpine’s strong record of ensuring our team goes home safely each day. Alongside a substantial welfare package and competitive salary (with various allowances), we offer opportunities for upskilling and career advancement. Relocation assistance may also be available.

Next steps

If this role resonates with you and you're excited about contributing to South Canterbury’s energy future, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply by submitting your cover letter and CV, detailing why you’re the perfect fit for this position.

Rest assured; all applications will be handled with the utmost confidentiality. We encourage you to apply early, as we will begin reviewing applications on a rolling basis and may close the application process before the advertised deadline.

Applications close: Tuesday 24 March

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