Human Resources Business Partner

David Aplin Recruiting; Brampton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the food manufacturing sector is seeking a Human Resources/Labour Relations Business Partner. This role is pivotal in shaping HR strategies and fostering a positive workplace culture. You will leverage your extensive experience to provide strategic consultation, manage employee relations, and ensure compliance with labour laws. Join a dynamic team that values collaboration and innovation, and play a key role in enhancing service delivery through streamlined HR processes. If you are passionate about building strong workplace relationships and driving organizational success, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in HR within a unionized environment.
• Strong knowledge of collective agreements and HR legislation.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor on labour relations and talent management.
• Lead negotiations and manage employee grievances effectively.

Skills

Labour Relations

Talent Management

Organizational Design

Policy Interpretation

Analytical Skills

Negotiation Skills

Leadership Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration

Job description

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Human Resources/Labour Relations Business Partner

Our client, a proudly Canadian icon in the food manufacturing industry, is growing their HR team. In this role, you will be a trusted partner and strategic advisor—leveraging strong relationships across all levels of the organization to deliver effective HR and labour relations 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.

Requirements:

• 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.

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