HR & Recruitment Administrator

Community-centric careers await you in Rotorua!
Are you ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to making a positive impact in our community? At Te Kaunihera o ngā Roto o Rotorua | Rotorua Lakes Council, we're more than just an organisation; we're a force for good. With over 500 staff, our council is at the forefront of culture, people, and connections. From lakeside relaxation to world-class mountain biking trails, geothermal wonders, and vibrant night markets, Rotorua has it all. Embrace our commitment to biculturalism as we work hand in hand with Te Arawa, our local iwi. If you're ready to embark on a fulfilling journey, apply now and be part of a truly extraordinary team.
Nei ngā ringa e toro atu nei ki a koe! Haeremai! Our arms are extended to you in welcome!

We are looking for an organised, people‑focused HR & Recruitment Administrator to join our People and Culture team. This role plays a vital part in supporting our purpose of delivering outstanding service by ensuring our people processes are efficient, accurate and responsive.

Reporting to the Talent Acquisition Manager, you will provide high‑quality administrative support across HR and recruitment activities. Your work will help ensure smooth recruitment and onboarding experiences, well‑maintained employee records, and consistent application of HR policies and procedures. You’ll be a key point of contact for HR enquiries, supporting employees and managers with a professional, customer‑centred approach while knowing when to escalate more complex matters.

The role involves co-ordinating recruitment processes from job advertising through to offers and onboarding, preparing employment documentation, setting up new employees in Council systems, and managing pre‑employment checks. You’ll also maintain HR databases and personnel files, assist with reporting and dashboards, support compliance and audit activities, and contribute to internal communications, training co-ordination and HR projects.

We are looking for someone with previous administration/recruitment co-ordination experience, or a similar role, ideally supported by a tertiary qualification in business administration or a related field. Experience working with HR information systems, particularly Dayforce, will be an advantage. You will bring strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail, clear written and verbal communication, and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion. A collaborative working style, confidence using MS Office and document management systems, and a genuine commitment to supporting a positive employee experience are essential.

Rotorua Lakes Council is one of the district’s largest employers and is committed to building a high‑performing, inclusive and safety‑focused workplace. 

If you are motivated by supporting people, enjoy working in a fast‑paced environment, and want to be part of an organisation that puts its customers and community first, click Apply, we would love to hear from you.

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Te Kaunihera o nga Roto o Rotorua (Rotorua Lakes Council) is committed to working in partnership with Te Arawa, our local iwi.  We aspire to being a bicultural organisation and we value staff who speak te reo Maori, have an appreciation of Maori values, and a working knowledge of tikanga Maori.