People Business Partner
GHDAuckland, Auckland, New Zealand
Posted May 22, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and driven People Business Partner to support our New Zealand Pacific business based in Auckland. In this role, you will partner closely with our global COEs and business leaders to deliver effective people solutions, support organisational growth, and contribute to a positive, high-performing workplace culture.
Requirements
- Tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Commerce or other related discipline
- 10+ yearsâ relevant experience in an ER, HR, within complex environments
- Strong knowledge of New Zealand employment law, with proven experience applying it in practice
- Commercially astute, with the ability to balance people outcomes alongside business priorities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence across all levels
- Acts with high level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism
- A proactive, self-driven individual with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes
- Experience supporting leaders through organisational change and growth
- The ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on operational HR delivery
- Experience leading or contributing to HR initiatives, projects or continuous improvement activities
- Sound judgement, resilience and the confidence to navigate complex people matters
- A collaborative, curious and solutions-focused mindset
Benefits
- Flexible work arrangements
- Competitive salary
- Opportunities for professional development
