Human Resources Business Partner

North America Construction (1993) Ltd. - NAC Constructors Ltd.; Guelph; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Career growth opportunities

Comprehensive benefit plan

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Pension plan

RRSP

Job summary

North America Construction (1993) Ltd. – NAC Constructors Ltd.

(NAC) is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner to provide strategic and operational HR support across a broad range of disciplines including talent acquisition, workforce planning, employee relations, and organizational development. You will partner with leaders to drive workforce planning, resolve complex employee relations matters, interpret employment legislation, and lead learning and development initiatives to support

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive Human Resources experience in an HR Business Partner, HR Generalist, or similar advisory role.
• Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience with a unionized workforce and interpreting collective agreements.
• Demonstrated success partnering with leaders to resolve complex employee and labour relations matters.
• Strong working knowledge of employment legislation, human rights legislation, and HR best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, coaching, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and build trusted relationships across all levels of an organization.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational HR support across disciplines including talent acquisition & workforce planning, employee relations, performance & organizational development, and HR advisory responsibilities.
• Lead full-cycle recruitment for salaried positions, onboarding, and workforce planning with organizational leaders.
• Coach leaders on employee and labour relations, investigations, and performance management, including negotiations and change management.

Job description

North America Construction (1993) Ltd. – NAC Constructors Ltd. (NAC) is well known for our expertise in water and wastewater construction across Canada. Our self-performing team of almost 500 skilled professionals and experts in trades and engineering, comprehensively handles projects, from conceptualization to delivery. We also have extensive experience in fields such as civil, structural, process mechanical, building mechanical, electrical and instrumentation work. At NAC, our priority is to maintain the highest level of quality and safety. The depth of our resources is evident in the variety of projects we construct; from water filtration to wastewater treatment; dams to ethanol; we build it all….and more!

What you\'ll do

As a Human Resources Business Partner, you\'ll provide strategic and operational HR support across a broad range of disciplines, including:

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning:

• Lead full-cycle recruitment for salaried positions, including sourcing, interviewing, selection, offers, and onboarding.
• Coordinate onboarding programs to ensure a successful employee experience.
• Partner with leaders to support workforce planning and organizational growth.
• Partner with organizational leaders to develop people strategies that support workforce planning, and talent acquisition.

Employee/Labour relations:

• Coach and influence leaders on employee & labour relations, performance management, leadership effectiveness, collective bargaining, negotiations, and organizational change.
• Lead and support workplace investigations, provide recommendations, and assist leaders in resolving complex employee relations matters.
• Interpret and apply employment legislation, company policies, and collective agreements.
• Coordinate learning and development initiatives and support succession planning.

Performance & Organizational Development:

• Support performance management processes and employee development initiatives.
• Assist leaders in coaching, employee engagement, and talent development strategies.
• Coordinate and deliver learning and development programs.
• Contribute to succession planning and organizational effectiveness initiatives.
• Partner with leaders to implement organizational change initiatives while supporting employee engagement and business continuity.

HR Advisory & Operational Support:

• Analyze HR metrics, workforce trends, and employee data to support informed decision-making and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR programs, processes, and employee experience through continuous improvement initiatives.
• Build strong partnerships with leaders and employees while fostering a respectful, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture.

Required Qualifications:

• 7+ years of progressive Human Resources experience in an HR Business Partner, HR Generalist, or similar advisory role.
• Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience with a unionized workforce and interpreting collective agreements.
• Demonstrated success partnering with leaders to resolve complex employee and labour relations matters.
• Strong working knowledge of employment legislation, human rights legislation, and HR best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, coaching, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and build trusted relationships across all levels of an organization.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CHRP or CHRL designation (or actively pursuing certification).
• Experience within the construction industry.
• Experience supporting multiple business locations across Canada.
• Workplace investigation training and/or experience.
• Experience supporting organizational change initiatives and leadership development programs.

NAC Offers:

• Competitive compensation
• Opportunities for career growth, development and advancement, including financial assistance
• Comprehensive benefit plan (dental, vision, health, etc.)
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Excellent company matched pension plan
• Registered Retirement Savings Plans
• Additional time off between Christmas and New Year’s Day
• Community involvement opportunities
• Friendly working environment
• Numerous team activities and various company events

NAC is committed to providing equal opportunities for all individuals to achieve their goals. If you feel that you need accommodations during the recruitment and selection process because of illness/disability, please contact Human Resources for further information