HR Support Administrator

Are you highly organised, enjoy working with people, and looking for an opportunity to start or grow your career in Human Resources? Due to business growth, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our HR team in a newly created HR Support Administration role.

Pūkeko Blue Ltd was established in 2001 to meet the needs of people/tangata living in the community. We operate 23 residential homes across Christchurch and are committed to providing exceptional care that enhances quality of life.
We specialise in supporting people with:

• Mental health diagnoses.
• Intellectual disabilities.
• Physical disabilities.
• Aged care services.

---

Join us in making a meaningful and positive impact in the lives of those we support. You will be joining a passionate and collaborative team who thrive on connection, are down to earth and approachable, and above all we are focused on making a genuine difference to the community through our work.

This role has been created to provide essential administrative support to our HR Manager and assist with people-related processes across the organisation. You will gain exposure to all aspects of Human Resources while helping ensure our people processes run smoothly, efficiently, and accurately.

This is a position ideal for someone who enjoys administration, is passionate about supporting people, and wants to gain or develop key HR skills. You will work closely with the HR Manager and employees, helping coordinate important HR processes throughout the employee lifecycle.

The position is a part-time, (20 hours per week). As our organisation continues to grow, there may be opportunities for the role to increase in hours.

---

Whether you have recently completed an HR qualification, have strong administration experience, or are looking to take your first step into a Human Resources career, this is an excellent opportunity to learn, develop, and grow within a supportive and values-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the HR team.
• Prepare employment agreements, contract variations, letters, and other HR documentation.
• Assist with onboarding new employees, and ensuring records are completed accurately.
• Maintain accurate employee records on our HRIS system HumanForce.
• Coordinate communication between HR, Payroll, managers, candidates, and employees to ensure information is accurate, timely, and complete.
• Assist with recruitment administration, including note taking, advertising vacancies, scheduling interviews, communicating with candidates, and conducting reference checks.
• Support continuous improvement of HR administrative processes, templates, and document management systems.

---

About You

We are looking for someone who is organised, reliable, enjoys working with people, and takes pride in delivering accurate and high-quality administrative support.

Ideally, you will have:

• Previous administration experience in a busy environment.
• A genuine interest in developing a career in Human Resources.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills, particularly Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• A proactive attitude with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Confidence communicating with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Experience in HR administration, payroll administration, or recruitment support would be advantageous but is not essential.
• A willingness to learn and develop your HR knowledge.

---

Why Join Pūkeko Blue?

• Career development opportunities with access to ongoing training, professional development, and pathways for progression.
• Join a supportive and collaborative team that values respect, integrity, and inclusion.
• Enjoy a $100 Birthday allowance after being employed for a continuous period of 6 months.
• Gain exposure to all areas of Human Resources and the employee lifecycle.
• Develop valuable HR administration, recruitment, and employee relations skills.
• Work in a diverse and rewarding healthcare and disability support environment.

---

If you are looking for an opportunity to start your HR career, develop your people and culture skills, and make a real contribution within a purpose-driven organisation, we would love to hear from you.

Applications will close on Friday 18 September 2026. However, applications will be reviewed as they are received in, and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means the job ad may close before the advertised close date.
Applicants must be legally eligible to work in New Zealand or be a New Zealand resident or citizen.

Application details

Please apply via this Seek ad and attach a CV & cover letter outlining your relevant experience, skills and suitability for the role.