As New Zealand’s leading home improvement retailer and a trusted trade partner, Mitre 10 has been a household name since 1974. We combine the strength of a national brand with the local, family feel of a community business—offering a dynamic, fast-paced environment with opportunities for growth, development, and career progression.

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced and proactive People, Risk & Operations Support Manager to support the smooth and compliant operation of our store.

This is a key leadership support role responsible for people management, health & safety, compliance, internal communications, community sponsorships, and executive coordination. You’ll work closely with the Member Principals to drive strong governance, team engagement, and consistent execution across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruitment, onboarding, HR administration, and employee relations
• Learning & development of staff
• Health & safety leadership and compliance
• Policy, audit, and risk management
• Internal communications and stakeholder coordination
• Executive support to the Member Principals

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience in HR, people & capability, health & safety, or operations
• Strong knowledge of NZ employment law and H&S legislation
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Sound judgement, discretion, and professionalism
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset
• Comfortable working at both strategic and hands-on levels

This is a great opportunity to play a central role in a locally owned, community-focused business.

What’s Next?

If you’d like to make a real impact on people, culture, and performance, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now! We are looking for an immediate start and applications close 7 Jan 2026.

Candidates must be legally eligible to work and only those who are shortlisted, will be contacted.