Human Resource Manager-Critical Environments

Price Industries Limited; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Pension Matching Program

Gym Subsidy Program

Personal and Professional Development

Job summary

Price Industries Limited is seeking a Human Resource Manager – Critical Environments in Winnipeg, MB. This strategic role involves leading HR activities across unionized and non-unionized settings, ensuring compliance with corporate policies and Canadian legislation.

The successful candidate will support management with labour relations, employee development, and HR programs, while fostering an inclusive workplace culture. Join Price Industries to help drive organizational excellence and support employee well-being.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian employment legislation and HR compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated experience in labour relations within a unionized environment.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary on-site HR lead for unionized labour relations matters.
• Coach leaders on performance management and conflict resolution.
• Implement corporate HR programs within Critical Environments.

Skills

Labour relations expertise

Conflict resolution

HR compliance knowledge

Coaching leaders

Critical thinking skills

Education

Post-secondary education in Human Resources

CPHR designation

Tools

Dayforce HR system

Job description

Human Resource Manager-Critical Environments

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Benefits

• Health and Dental – Employees and their families enjoy paid benefits covering an extensive list of medical and dental expenses and services.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) – You and your family will have free access to consultation and support for your mental, emotional and financial well‑being.
• PocketPills – You and your family will have free access to Canada’s first Digital Pharmacy. You can call, text, or email the pharmacy care team from wherever you are and receive free delivery of your prescriptions and vitamins to your home.
• Life and Disability – You will be provided with life insurance in a multiple of your salary with an option to purchase additional coverage.
• Pension Matching Program – Invest in your future with each pay cheque through our Defined Contribution Pension Plan and we will match your contribution (up to 3% of your salary).
• Gym Subsidy Program – Employees are eligible for a gym membership reimbursement of up to $300 per year, including fitness‑related apps.
• As part of our Goals, Rewards, Improvement and Teamwork program, qualifying teams can enjoy a monthly reward.
• Personal and Professional Development – We are committed to helping you reach your potential through training and education.
• Community Involvement – Generously supporting health, charities, youth, and education opportunities is our passion, and you’re invited to be a part of that.
• Our convenient Price Café offers free tea and coffee.

Human Resources Manager – Critical Environments

Location: Winnipeg, MB

Department: Critical Environments

Reports To: General Manager, Critical Environments

Position Summary

The Human Resources Manager is a key business partner supporting the Critical Environments team by delivering both strategic and hands‑on HR leadership across unionized and non‑unionized environments. This role is responsible for leading labour relations activities while partnering closely with corporate HR to ensure alignment with established governance, policies, and legislative requirements. While the role operates within Critical Environments and provides direct, embedded support to operations, all labour relations matters are governed centrally. The HR Manager will support and execute within this framework, ensuring consistency with policies and corporate direction.

The HR Manager will also partner with salaried leadership to ensure practices are compliant with employment standards, human rights legislation, and corporate HR policies, while supporting the development of practical, fit‑for‑purpose HR processes within the team.

Key Responsibilities

Labour Relations Leadership (Corporate Governance Model)

• Act as the primary on‑site HR lead for unionized labour relations matters within Critical Environments.
• Interpret and administer collective agreements in alignment with existing Price HVAC policies and corporate standards.
• Support grievance handling, investigations, and discipline processes; all formal grievances remain under the direction of the VP, Human Resources.
• Partner closely with Corporate HR (VP HR) on labour relations matters to ensure consistency, risk management, and alignment with corporate strategy.
• Support documentation, investigation processes, and preparation related to grievances, arbitrations, and negotiations.

Employee Relations & Leadership Support

• Provide day‑to‑day HR guidance to managers and salaried teams.
• Coach leaders on performance management, attendance management, discipline, and conflict resolution.
• Conduct workplace investigations and provide clear, risk‑based recommendations aligned with corporate standards.
• Promote consistency and fairness in employee relations practices.

HR Program Implementation & Local Development

• Implement corporate HR programs, systems, and initiatives within Critical Environments.
• Partner with leadership on workforce planning, organizational design, and employee development.
• Lead succession planning activities with Critical Environments leadership, including identifying key roles, assessing talent readiness, supporting development plans, and ensuring follow‑up on agreed actions.
• Support leadership development through practical learning activities such as leader book clubs, discussion groups, team learning sessions, and follow‑up coaching that reinforce expected leadership behaviours.
• Coordinate and deliver annual compulsory HR training for leaders and employees, including topics such as respectful workplace, harassment prevention, employment standards, human rights, performance management, attendance management, and other required HR compliance training.
• Develop and refine practical, fit‑for‑purpose HR processes that support the way the Critical Environments team operates, while remaining aligned with corporate standards and compliance requirements.
• Support the use of Dayforce workflows and processes for common HR activities, including attendance, performance, employee concerns, onboarding, role changes, and documentation; train leaders on how to use these workflows consistently and in alignment with expected HR practices.
• Establish clear expectations for how HR processes are used by the team, including when issues are managed locally, when matters require escalation, and how decisions are documented.

HR Operations & Systems

• Utilize HR systems (including Dayforce) for employee data management, reporting, and workflows.\
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity to support reporting and decision‑making.

Safety & Workplace Partnership

• Collaborate with Safety teams to support investigations and compliance initiatives.
• Ensure HR practices reinforce safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in incident reviews and support corrective actions.

Qualifications

• Post‑secondary education in Human Resources or a related field.
• CPHR designation (or working toward) considered an asset.
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Demonstrated experience in labour relations, within a unionized environment.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian employment legislation and HR compliance requirements.
• Experience working with HR systems (Dayforce preferred).
• Strong labour relations expertise within a structured governance model.
• Proven ability to coach and influence leaders.
• Ability to facilitate leader training, development discussions, succession planning conversations, and practical learning forums.
• Strong investigation, conflict resolution, and critical thinking skills.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and sound judgement.
• Ability to balance operational needs with compliance requirements.

Price Industries Limited hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including all genders, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by the Human Rights Code.

We are happy to provide reasonable accommodation throughout the selection process and while working at Price. If you require support applying online because you are a person with a disability, please contact us [e-mail].

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.