HR Coordinator

Role overview

Waipuna Hospice is seeking an enthusiastic HR Coordinator to join its people operations team in Bethlehem, Tauranga. This full-time role runs Monday to Friday with no weekend work, and offers a salary of $65,000 per year. You’ll be part of a caring, collaborative workplace where teamwork, growth, and a sense of fun are valued.

The organisation provides compassionate end-of-life care across the Western Bay of Plenty, supporting people living with life-limiting illness in their homes and through an inpatient unit in Te Puna. As a charity, it is supported by fundraising efforts, charity shops, and partial government funding.

What you’ll do

• Act as the first contact for HR enquiries from staff and candidates, making sure questions are handled promptly and professionally.
• Coordinate recruitment activities end to end, including drafting advertisements, reviewing applications, shortlisting, reference checks, and issuing offers.
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes, from welcome materials through to exit administration.
• Assist with payroll administration, timesheets, and roster accuracy.
• Maintain the HRIS and employee files, ensuring information stays current and reporting is completed on time.
• Organise learning and development activities, monitor training outcomes, and help facilitate group sessions or presentations.
• Help ensure employment practices remain aligned with legislation and internal policies.
• Contribute to a workplace culture that is service-focused, positive, and supportive.

What we’re looking for

You’ll be approachable, helpful, and comfortable being the person others turn to for guidance. The role suits someone who can manage competing priorities in a busy environment, stay organised, and respond with practical solutions.

You should be confident using HRIS systems, accurate with payroll and time-related records, and able to keep documentation compliant and up to date. A strong sense of follow-through is important, along with the ability to prioritise tasks and adapt quickly when things change.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience in HR administration and has also been involved in project work. You’ll need to be tech-savvy, quick to learn, and comfortable taking initiative. Confidence in leading or speaking in front of groups is also important, as you’ll support training and development activities.

Benefits and conditions

• Monday to Friday schedule with no weekend shifts.
• Competitive annual salary of $65,000.
• Supportive and friendly team environment.
• Good working conditions.
• Employee wellness programmes.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Competitive remuneration package.
• Discounts with local dentists, pharmacies, and health insurance providers.
• Free on-site parking.

Culture and values

Waipuna Hospice aims to deliver equitable end-of-life care to its communities and envisions a world where compassionate end-of-life care is available to everyone. Its values centre on inclusion, courage, simplicity, and guardianship.

The organisation works closely with local iwi and is committed to equity, inclusion, and respect for diversity and spiritual needs. Applicants from all backgrounds and cultures are encouraged to apply.

Application process

The selection process may include interviews, job-related testing, reference checks, and pre-employment screening. Applications are reviewed as they are received, and hiring continues until the role is filled.