HR Manager

Please Quote Reference Number 14284

• South Auckland | Full-time, Permanent
• Competitive Salary + Benefits
• Collaborative and supportive team environment

About Us

At Manukau Toyota Group, we've proudly served South and South-East Auckland communities for over 30 years. As New Zealand's largest Toyota dealership and 100% Kiwi-owned, our team of over 220 people operates across four thriving locations - including our newly opened, state-of-the-art Pukekohe dealership.

We're passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences and building a workplace where people can grow and succeed. Our culture is built on teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement - and now we're seeking an experienced HR Manager to help lead our next chapter.

About the Role

This is a pivotal, broad-based leadership role responsible for the full spectrum of Human Resources, and People & Culture management across all sites.

You'll partner closely with senior leaders to deliver practical, people-focused solutions that drive engagement, performance, and organisational success. The role is both strategic and hands-on, covering everything from developing HR strategy and policy to managing key employee relations, compliance, and wellbeing initiatives.

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop and deliver the Group's HR and People Strategy aligned to business goals
• Partner with the Executive and Senior Leadership Teams to drive culture, engagement, and capability initiatives
• Oversee end-to-end recruitment, onboarding, and retention processes
• Lead performance management, learning and development, and succession planning frameworks
• Provide trusted HR advice and coaching to managers across multiple branches
• Ensure compliance with NZ employment law and proactively manage employment risks
• Lead organisational development, change management, and culture enhancement initiatives
• Contribute to strategic planning and business improvement as part of the senior leadership team

About You

You're an experienced HR professional with a proven ability to influence at all levels and manage a wide portfolio of responsibilities. You thrive in dynamic environments, can juggle competing priorities, and have a passion for building great workplace culture.

You will bring::

• 3+ years' senior HR leadership experience (multi-site or group environment ideal)
• Strong understanding of NZ employment law, HR systems, and best practice
• Demonstrated success leading engagement, culture, and change initiatives
• Excellent relationship-building, communication, and problem-solving skills
• A proactive, commercial mindset with genuine care for people and culture

What's on Offer:

• Competitive remuneration package, including a company vehicle and performance incentives
• Supportive, values-driven leadership team with a strong focus on people and growth
• The opportunity to make a genuine strategic impact in one of New Zealand's most trusted automotive brands

Ready to make a real difference?

Apply now with your CV and cover letter.

Please Quote Reference Number 14284