• Hands-on employment relations advisory role shaping fair, consistent people practices

• Broad, varied ER portfolio across a complex, multi-site national business

• Supportive, inclusive culture that values pragmatic, balanced ER decision‑making

Mō te whai waahi | About the opportunity

At Farmlands Te Whenua Tāroa, our people are at the heart of everything we do - and we’re looking for an experienced People & Capability Advisor to help us continue building a strong, values-led workplace.

Based at our Christchurch Support Office and reporting to the People & Capability Manager, this newly created role plays a critical part in providing trusted, practical employment relations advice to leaders and teams across our nationwide business.

You’ll work closely with leaders to proactively manage and resolve ER matters, including performance management, ER processes and documentation and organisational change, ensuring outcomes are fair, consistent and aligned with both legislation and our co‑operative values. Alongside this, you’ll contribute to broader people initiatives across policy, engagement and generalist HR activities.

This is a role for someone who enjoys balancing hands-on ER work with the opportunity to influence, coach and lift capability across the business.

Mōhou ake | About you

You’re a confident HR generalist with strong employment relations expertise and a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach. You’re comfortable operating in complex environments and partnering with leaders to navigate sensitive issues with professionalism and care.

You’ll bring:

• At least 5 years’ experience in a HR generalist or advisory role, ideally within a multi-site or operational environment

• Proven experience managing a wide range of employment relations matters, including disciplinaries, performance management and change processes

• Strong working knowledge of NZ employment legislation and innovative HR approaches

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, applied to ER investigations and risk assessment

• Clear, confident written communication skills for ER documentation

• The ability to build credible relationships across all levels of the organisation

• Sound judgement, resilience and the confidence to provide clear, balanced advice

• Experience contributing to HR projects, policy development or organisational initiatives

Most importantly, you’ll align with our values - Be You, Minds Open, See It Through - and bring curiosity, integrity and a genuine desire to support leaders and teams to succeed.

Mō ngā painga | About the benefits

At Farmlands, you’ll enjoy the trust to do your best work, the freedom to bring ideas to life, and the support of a motivated, values-driven team. You’ll partner with passionate people who are proud of the role they play supporting rural Aotearoa - and influence people practices within one of New Zealand’s most significant cooperatives. You’ll partner with passionate people who are proud of the role they play supporting rural Aotearoa ‑operatives.

We offer a competitive remuneration package alongside a comprehensive range of benefits, including:

• Flexibility and balance with hybrid working (up to two days from home) and a welcoming, pet-friendly Christchurch Support Office‑friendly

• Time and care when it matters including paid birthday leave, sick leave from day one and enhanced parental leave support

• Growth and development with access to our online learning platform, The Greenhouse, plus LinkedIn Learning

• Meaningful rewards including staff discounts, retail benefits and exclusive Farmlands shareholding offers

• A workplace you’ll enjoy being part of with free parking, great nearby eateries, a supportive and diverse team culture - and awesome people doing awesome mahi!

Mō matou | About us

Farmlands Te Whenua Tāroa is New Zealand’s largest farming co‑operative, proudly Kiwi‑owned and driven by our values: Be You, Minds Open, and See It Through. We support farmers and growers to improve profitability and productivity and aim to be the trusted partner for everyone connected to the land.

With over 1,200 team members across 80+ locations, our operations span retail, feed production, ecommerce and fuel. We offer a collaborative, fast‑paced environment where people are supported to grow and make a meaningful impact.

Te Tono | How to apply

If you value being yourself at work, bringing an open mind, and seeing things through alongside a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.

Applications close: 23 February 2026

Instead of a cover letter, you’re welcome to introduce yourself through an optional video application question:

In 60–90 seconds, tell us what attracts you to this People & Capability Advisor role at Farmlands and how your employment relations experience would support our leaders and teams.

Video responses are one part of a broader, human-led selection process. If video isn’t your preference, you’re equally welcome to submit a written cover letter.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. Pre‑employment checks will apply, including reference checks, Ministry of Justice check, proof of right to work, driver’s licence check and an ACC background check. Additional checks may be required for some roles.