People and Culture Manager Inovo Projects Limited location Canterbury.

Established in 2010, Inovo is a team comprised of over 70 talented individuals working between our offices in Christchurch and Auckland. We have a truly collaborative approach to delivering projects - we'll draw on the invaluable knowledge and extensive experience across the team to come up with tailored solutions and customised strategies for our clients.

Our services span strategic advice, to project management and project planning, through to land development including surveying, civil engineering and resource consenting.

The opportunity we’re on the hunt for an experienced People and Culture Manager to join us as we work to bring efficiency and innovation to our HR processes. This is an exciting new role, covering the whole spectrum of HR with a significant focus on systems, culture, training and development across our Christchurch and Auckland teams.

Reporting to the General Manager, you’ll play a critical part in aligning HR initiatives with business strategic goals. We’ll need your expertise in recruitment, employment contract management, performance management, training & development, Health and Safety, employment relations and change management. You’ll also be collaborating and contributing to Inovo’s sister company Hierarchy Group.

Key responsibilities coach our people managers to achieve optimum engagement and performance from team members. Be a leader in our support team, ensuring support and connection is achieved across the business. Being an active member of our operational Senior Leadership Team.

Provide specialist advice and guidance in relation to wide ranging employment matters. Support managers in sourcing and selection of talent. Coach managers through interview, selection and candidate management processes.

Assist with development and management of Health & Safety practices, and wellbeing initiatives as part of the broader people & culture strategy. Identify and proactively manage risks through compliance with relevant employment legislation and best People practices. Partner with people managers to ensure team members are progressing and developing. Develop and implement relevant learning and development activities.

About you this is a rare chance to make a real impact with a  successful privately owned consultancy company. We’re looking for someone with a sound knowledge of people processes and systems. To succeed in this role, you’ll also need 5 Years+ of HR experience in a broad generalist role. Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, or a related field.

Knowledge and experience of New Zealand Health and Safety legislation. Knowledge and understanding of HR policies, employment legislation, and best practices. Employment relations and performance management experience. Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills. Solid MS Office skills and experience using an HRIS.

Working at inovo we are professional, hardworking people. Our team is composed of genuine, diverse and caring individuals who take the time to understand our clients' needs and offer support throughout the project lifecycle.

The people who choose to work with us know that we welcome robust discussion and original ideas, while leveraging the experience gained through New Zealand and international planning, civil engineering, surveying, consenting, project and construction sectors. But that’s not all – we are personable people who really enjoy working together.

Our business directors and senior leaders are approachable members of the team who promote a culture based on care, teamwork and support for our out-of-work lives and endeavours. We invest in our people and our resources to maintain a dynamic workplace and a culture of innovation. If you are ready to join a forward-focussed, high-achieving team that will give you the opportunity to thrive, grow and develop.