People Systems Analyst

Auckland, Auckland, nz on site Until 9/27/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted July 29, 2026 Last posted July 29, 2026
Job description

SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 94,000 employees, we operate a network of more than 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.

Are you detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and interested in the power of people data?

SGS NZ is looking for a proactive HR People Systems Analyst to support our HR technology, reporting, and payroll systems.

In this role, you'll help maintain HR and payroll data, support reporting and analytics, assist with system administration, and contribute to process improvement initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in HR systems or people analytics.

What you'll be doing

  • Manage and maintain HR systems including Workday, DataPay and related platforms to ensure data integrity, security and compliance

  • Support HR reporting and dashboards using Power BI and Excel

  • Drive HR process automation and continuous improvement initiatives using tools such as Power BI, Power Query, Power Automate and AI solutions

  • Support HR data governance, audits, integrations and system enhancements across the employee lifecycle.

  • Provide support to employees and managers using HR systems

  • Administer remuneration and benefits processes, including salary and bonus reviews

  • Support system upgrades, testing, and process improvement initiatives

  • Contribute to HR projects, policy updates and continuous improvement initiatives

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • Experience using HRIS platforms (Workday experience advantageous)

  • Exposure to Power BI

  • A curious mindset with a genuine interest in emerging technologies, AI, and automation, and how they can improve business processes and employee experiences

  • Strong organisational and communication skills

  • A genuine interest in HR technology, data, and continuous improvement

Why Join SGS?

  • Be part of a global organisation committed to quality and innovation
  • Work with a collaborative and supportive HR team
  • Gain exposure to strategic HR projects and digital transformation initiatives
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development

If you're looking to build a career in HR systems and people analytics, we'd love to hear from you.

About this role

Summary

Maintain HR systems, support reporting, automation, data governance, and process improvement.

Job title

People Systems Analyst

Experience level

entry level

Industry

inspection

Location requirements

Auckland, NZ; remote work not specified

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

HRIS platformsPower BIExcelPower QueryPower Automate

Preferred skills

Workdayemerging technologiesAIsystem upgrades

Specializations

HR systemsreportingautomationpower biAI
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Auckland, New Zealand

On-site City