Human Resources Business Partner

Aplin; Brampton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for an HR advisor in Brampton to provide strategic consultation in labour relations and talent management. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and over 7 years of experience in a unionized environment. Key responsibilities include managing grievances and developing HR strategies. The position is full-time with a focus on fostering a positive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Human Resources in a unionized environment.
• In-depth knowledge of HR legislation (e.g., Ontario Employment Standards Act).
• Ability to manage employee grievances and workplace disputes.

Responsibilities

• Provide coaching and strategic consultation to leaders.
• Lead positive labour relations and negotiations.
• Shape HR strategies to promote employee engagement.

Skills

Labour relations

Talent management

Organizational design

Coaching

Problem-solving

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in human resources or related discipline

Job description

In this role, you will be a trusted partner and strategic advisor—leveraging relationships across all levels of the organization to deliver effective HR solutions that support business goals and foster a positive, high-performing workplace culture.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor, providing day-to-day coaching and strategic consultation to leaders at all levels on labour relations, talent management, organizational design, and policy interpretation.
• Lead and support positive labour relations by participating in the negotiation, administration, and interpretation of collective bargaining agreements.
• Manage and resolve employee grievances and workplace disputes effectively and in alignment with labour law and organizational policy.
• Play a central role in shaping and executing labour relations strategies that promote trust, accountability, and employee engagement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional project teams to design and implement people strategies that support organizational goals.
• Continuously identify opportunities to enhance service delivery through streamlined or automated HR processes.
• Act as the internal subject matter expert in labour relations, delivering training and guidance to leaders and supervisors on collective agreement interpretation and best practices in managing unionized environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or related discipline.
• 7+ years of experience in Human Resources in a unionized environment. Working knowledge of collective agreements is required. Previous experience participating in collective bargaining.
• In-depth working knowledge of HR related legislation, including but not limited to the Ontario Employment Standards Act (ESA); Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC), Ontario Labour Relations Act (OLRA) etc.
• Team player with excellent leadership skills, able to motivate others, negotiate effectively, and interact professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
• Analytical, with problem-identification and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to work / excel in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail and effective multi-tasking is essential.
• Ability to build strong business acumen and apply this knowledge when making recommendations.
• Proven ability to handle confidential and contentious issues.
• Demonstrated competency in several aspects of HR (i.e. succession planning, performance management, labour relations, coaching).

David Aplin & Associates Inc., operating as Aplin, and its associated brands, CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment, is an award-winning employment agency connecting diverse, top-tier talent with exceptional organizations across North America. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and charge no fees to apply or engage with our recruiters. Our clients partner with us to help expand and diversify their teams. Please note that all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any necessary work permits.

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Human Resources

Industries

• Food and Beverage Manufacturing and Meat Products Manufacturing