People & Culture Business Partner

Role Summary

Work with the head of People and Culture to deliver generalist HR initiatives, while supporting the promotion of a positive safety culture. 

Job Responsibilities

What We Offer

Scania offers a competitive total rewards package and a professional working environment, including:

• Eligibility to participate in an annual company bonus scheme
• Subsidised private medical insurance
• A diverse, supportive, inclusive and collaborative workplace culture
• The opportunity to contribute to a global organisation focused on digitalisation, autonomous vehicles, electrification and sustainability
• Employment with a growing organisation offering long‑term development and career progression opportunities

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and experienced People & Culture Business Partner to join our team. This role provides end-to-end HR support, partnering with managers to deliver practical, compliant and people-focused solutions across the employee lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide HR advice and support to the business, ensuring consistent application of policies and processes
• Provide guidance on employment relations matters, including conducting investigations and supporting disciplinary processes
• Partner with the Head of People & Culture to support current and future organisational requirements
• Support organisational initiatives
• Assist with learning and development initiatives
• Support recruitment activities as required
• Support the promotion of a positive safety culture across the business, and provide guidance to managers on health and safety matters as required.
• Assist with monitoring health and safety activities, including incidents, reporting and corrective actions
• Support safety-related initiatives, training and committee activities

About You

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• A tertiary qualification in Human Resources or a related discipline, and/or relevant professional experience
• Proven experience in industrial and employee relations, with sound working knowledge of related legislation, principles and best practice
• Demonstrated experience in performance management and coaching
• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement and interpersonal skills
• Excellent time management, problem‑solving and attention‑to‑detail capabilities
• Well‑developed analytical, reporting and continuous improvement skills
• Working knowledge of NZ Health & Safety legislation is advantageous
• Willingness to build capability in health and safety
• Previous experience within the automotive or a related industry (desirable)

Life at Scania

Founded in Sweden over 130 years ago, Scania is today recognised as one of the world’s leading commercial vehicle brands.

At Scania New Zealand, we offer a professional, values‑driven workplace where collaboration, innovation and development are actively encouraged. We place strong emphasis on leadership, coaching and continuous learning, enabling our people to build meaningful and sustainable careers.

This is an exciting opportunity to join Scania NZ as we lead the transition to the next generation of transport solutions designed for New Zealand.

To apply

If you want to join a dynamic company with strong values, if you want to be more than a number and have a real voice, join us and start an exciting career in an international company. “Apply now” and submit your CV.

You need to have full New Zealand working rights to apply for this role

Formal offer of employment is subject to standard pre-employment checks including medical and other background checks