HR Business Partner

The Fastener Group Ltd.; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier in the fasteners industry in Saskatchewan seeks an experienced Human Resources Business Partner to provide strategic HR leadership. This role involves partnering with senior leaders to align people strategies with business goals, providing guidance on recruitment, employee relations, and change management. The ideal candidate has at least five years of HR experience, strong expertise in performance management, and excellent communication skills. This position is full-time and aims to enhance organizational effectiveness and workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Five years of progressive HR experience in a Business Partner role.
• Experience in labour relations and unionized environments.
• Strong expertise in diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance on talent acquisition and performance management.
• Lead recruitment activities and manage employee relations matters.
• Support organizational change initiatives and development processes.

Skills

Employee relations

Performance management

Workforce planning

Coaching and development

Change management

Interpersonal communication

Education

Post-secondary education in Human Resources or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

ADP HRIS system

Job description

Human Resources Business Partner – Western Canada

Reports To: Director, Human Resources

Employment Type: Full‑Time

About The Fastener Group

The Fastener Group Ltd. (TFG) is a leading supplier of fasteners and tools with 21 locations in Canada, dedicated to providing high‑quality products and exceptional service to our customers. TFG is committed to growth and innovation in the fasteners and tools industry, offering a wide range of products for various industries, including manufacturing, construction, and industrial.

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to provide strategic and operational human resources leadership across the organization. Reporting directly to the Director of Human Resources, this role partners with senior leaders and managers to support business objectives through effective people strategies, sound employment practices, and a strong commitment to organizational values. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast‑paced, complex environment and demonstrate a high degree of professionalism, judgment, and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders and employees by providing expert guidance on talent acquisition, performance management, employee relations, policy interpretation, and workforce planning.
• Lead full‑cycle recruitment activities, including workforce planning support, job postings, candidate screening, interviews, reference checks, and offers.
• Manage complex employee relations matters, including investigations, disciplinary actions, terminations, and conflict resolution, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies and collective agreements.
• Interpret and apply applicable employment legislation, including Human Rights legislation and Employment Standards, and provide accurate guidance to leaders, employees, and contractors.
• Interpretation of collective agreements and support of union‑related strategies.
• Partner with leaders to diagnose organizational and workforce challenges, develop people‑focused solutions, and support the execution of action plans.
• Support organizational change initiatives, performance management processes, succession planning, and leadership development.
• Foster strong employee relations and promote a positive, inclusive, and respectful workplace culture across multiple locations.
• Maintain accurate, confidential employee records within HRIS/HRMS systems and ensure data integrity and compliance.

Qualifications and Experience

• Post‑secondary education in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive Human Resources experience in an HR Business Partner role, including experience in labour relations and unionized environments.
• Strong functional expertise in employee relations, performance management, organizational design, coaching and development, diversity and inclusion, and change management.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and coach leaders, apply sound business judgment, and implement people solutions aligned with organizational objectives.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and perform effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with strong facilitation and mediation capabilities.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, discretion, and commitment to confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; experience with ADP HRIS system considered an asset.

This position offers the opportunity to play a key role in advancing organizational effectiveness by aligning people strategies with business goals and fostering a strong, values‑driven workplace culture.