Human Resource Assistant

• Full Time
• Application Closes 16 Sep 2026
• Waikato - Hamilton City
• Human Resources, Training and Labor Relations Specialist

We seeking a motivated and people-focused HR Assistant to join our team. An excellent opportunity for someone looking to broaden their HR experience.

Reporting to the HR & Admin Coordinator, you will: 

• Provide HR support and guidance to managers and employees. 
• Support employment relations, recruitment activities and performance management. 
• Drive employee engagement, wellbeing and culture initiatives. 
• Coordinate learning and development programmes. 
• Analyse workforce trends and provide recommendations to leadership. 
• Support workforce planning and reporting by gathering and analysing people data.
• Contribute to HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide back-up for in branch Payroll, Compliance and Health and Safety.

We're looking for someone who:

• Has HR, People & Culture or Employment Relations understanding. 
• Builds strong working relationships. 
• Willing to learn and keep up to date with employment law. 
• Is proactive, organised and solutions focused. 
• Demonstrates a genuine passion for people and creating a positive workplace culture

Why Join Us?

This role offers the opportunity to work closely with branch leadership, gain broad exposure across all facets of HR, and make a meaningful contribution to the ongoing success of one of Bidfood's largest branches. You'll be supported to develop your skills while helping deliver great people outcomes for our team.