HR Specialist - Timaru NZ

Position Title: HR Specialist - Timaru NZPosition Type: Regular - Full-TimePosition Location: TimaruRequisition ID: 34708Potatoes. French Fries. Taters. You love them, we make them. In fact, we make 1 in 4 of the world’s frozen potato products and if you have eaten fries this week, there is a good chance they were ours. We are passionate about potatoes.

But we’re even more passionate about our People!Are you ready to step up and make a bigger impact in your HR career?We’re looking for a driven HR professional who thrives on building strong relationships, influencing stakeholders, and driving forward key people initiatives. In this role, you’ll work closely with leaders across the business, providing trusted guidance, navigating complex people matters, and helping shape a positive, high-performing culture. You’ll play a hands-on role in supporting both managers and employees, ensuring people processes run smoothly and effectively.

We’re a collaborative and forward-thinking team that values initiative, insight, and a genuine passion for people. If you’re looking for a fresh challenge where you can stretch your skills, grow your influence, and make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you. Please note: This role is based fully on site at our Timaru facility, as in-person support is essential for our people and operations.

About The RoleAdvising and supporting managers and employees on a range of HR mattersHelping to attract and onboard great people to join our teamLeading and contributing to initiatives that enhance engagement, culture, and wellbeingSupporting leadership capability, development planning, and succession conversationsAssisting with employee relations cases and workplace issues, ensuring fair and consistent outcomesContributing to diversity, inclusion, and retention strategiesProviding on-site support to our team, with this role based fully at our Timaru siteAbout YouYou bring solid HR experience and a strong understanding of core people practicesYou're confident advising managers, handling employee relations matters, and navigating day-to-day HR challengesYou have a people-focused mindset and a proactive, solution-oriented approachYou're a strong communicator who builds trusted relationships across all levelsYou handle sensitive information with discretion, professionalism, and sound judgmentYou’re comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and always looking for ways to improve how things are doneWhat's in it for you?Opportunity to be a part of a global iconic brandEmployee & Family Assistance ProgramPioneering, innovative and dedicated development programsFamily values workplace Attractive salary packageRelocation assistance availableIf you’re looking to join a supportive, forward-thinking team where you can deepen your HR expertise, grow your impact, and help shape a great employee experience - we’d love to hear from you.

I*We've got this! No external recruitment agency support is required at this time. , McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We see value in ensuring we have a diverse, antiracist, inclusive, merit-based, and equitable workplace. As a global family-owned company we are proud to reflect the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that diversity drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger. McCain is an accessible employer.

If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. Your privacy is important to us. By submitting personal data or information to us, you agree this will be handled in accordance with the Global Privacy Policy Job Family: Human ResourcesDivision: ANZDepartment: Timaru HRLocation(s): NZ - New Zealand : Canterbury : Timaru || NZ - New Zealand : Canterbury : ChristchurchCompany: McCain Foods (NZ) Limited