HR Business Partner

Elevator Services Group; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR firm in Metro Vancouver is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to enhance employee relations and drive a safety-first culture. Key responsibilities include developing recruitment strategies, providing HR guidance, and managing complex employee issues. A Bachelor's degree in HR and at least 10 years of experience in HR disciplines are required. This role offers a competitive salary and a chance to impact the organizational culture positively.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience resolving complex employee relations issues.
• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or similar credential is preferred.
• Working knowledge of multiple HR disciplines including performance management.

Responsibilities

• Drive a safety-first company culture across all business units.
• Conduct weekly meetings with business units to provide HR guidance.
• Develop an effective talent recruitment program to meet staffing requirements.

Skills

Employee relations resolution

HRIS systems implementation

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or Human Resources

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We are seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving a safety-first company culture across all business units, conducting weekly meetings with respective business units, and providing HR guidance to line management when appropriate. The HR Business Partner will also analyze trends and metrics in partnership with the leadership team to develop solutions, programs, and policies, manage and resolve complex employee relations issues, and maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in driving a safety-first company culture across all business units
• Conduct weekly meetings with respective business units
• Consult with line management, providing HR guidance when appropriate
• Analyze trends and metrics in partnership with the leadership team to develop solutions, programs, and policies
• Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues
• Conduct effective, thorough and objective investigations
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance
• Partner with the legal department as needed/required
• Maintain workplace OSHA workplace injuries logs and reports
• Ensure all new hire and on-going employee safety training is completed in a timely manner and documented
• Provide day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions)
• Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention
• Provide HR policy guidance and interpretation
• Develop policy guidelines for new hires, promotions, and transfers
• Assist employees with workplace issues and related HR matters
• Provide guidance and input on business unit restructuring, workforce planning and succession planning
• Develop an effective talent recruitment program to ensure staffing levels are achieved and maintained to drive the business workforce requirements
• Identify training needs for business units and individual executive coaching needs
• Participate in evaluation and monitoring of training programs to ensure success
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Human Resources, or related fields of study
• Minimum of 10 years of experience resolving complex employee relations issues
• Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, organizational diagnosis, employee and union relations, diversity, performance management, and federal and state respective employment laws
• Must have demonstrated experience implementing and working with HRIS systems
• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)/PHR/SPHR or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) credential or ability to obtain certification within one year of employment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies
• Ability to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization’s hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and the administrative practices related to those factors
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

The HR Business Partner will report to the CEO and will be responsible for providing guidance and input on business unit restructuring, workforce planning, and succession planning. The ideal candidate will also be responsible for developing an effective talent recruitment program to ensure staffing levels are achieved and maintained to drive the business workforce requirements.