HR Coordinator

Human Resources Coordinator – People and Culture, Nelson Hospital, Fixed Term Full-time

• Rewarding opportunity located in Nelson to support healthcare and ensure smooth HR Operations.
• Supporting Nelson & Blenheim Hospitals.
• Full time Fixed Term 6 months.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

Join Health New Zealand - Nelson Marlborough as an HR Coordinator and play a key role in guiding managers and staff across a wide range of HR processes and providing administrative and coordination support.

This role will expose you to everything we do in HR and is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a health care setting, supporting those who care for our community. 

To read the position description, please Click the Apply Now button.

About the Team/Service/ Location

You will be joining a supportive HR Coordinator team who work closely with the recruitment, payroll and HRBP teams to ensure seamless HR Operations.

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About you

The preferred candidate will have: 

• Sound understanding of HR administration systems and processes,
• Strong sense of ownership, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to juggle multiple priorities, 
• Customer focussed mindset to help ensure a seamless experience for our people,
• Proven experience in a role requiring high levels of confidentiality,
• Experience in implementing Te Tiriti o Waitangi in action.

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ visa at the time of applying.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. 

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 01 November 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact

Sonja Rae (Recruitment) at sonja.rae@tewhatuora.govt.nz OR

Jackie Kerr (Director HR Operations) at jackie.kerr@tewhatuora.govt.nz .

Job ref: R1N25-224

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.