Human Resources Business Partner

Purolator Inc.; Richmond; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Purolator Inc. in Richmond is seeking an HR Business Partner to support strategic HR initiatives and labor relations across the BC region. You will partner with Operations to implement HR programs, advise on policy interpretation, and lead performance and development efforts.

The role requires union experience, strong communication, and the ability to travel between facilities as needed. The successful candidate will have CHRP or an advanced degree, 3–5 years of HR experience, and proficiency

Qualifications

• 3–5 years progressive HR experience with labor relations in a unionized setting.
• Experience partnering with operations and stakeholders on HR programs.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience; CHRP or higher preferred.
• Strong knowledge of policies, processes, and information systems.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Operations clients to drive proactive employee and labor relations.
• Support the delivery of HR programs and processes; coach on performance reviews and development.
• Provide guidance on policy interpretation, recruitment strategy, and communications.
• Promote safety, manage worker’s compensation and return-to-work processes.
• Travel to other Purolator facilities as required; uphold confidentiality and integrity.

Skills

Labor relations

Employee relations

Strategic partnering

Performance management

Recruitment & selection

HR policy guidance

HRIS SAP

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Confidentiality & integrity

Travel readiness

Education

CHRP designation

Postgraduate degree preferred

Tools

HR SAP

MS Office

Job description

It’s not a package. It’s a promise®.
As Canada’s leading integrated freight, package, and logistics provider, we’ve been helping promises get where they need to be for more than 60 years. How does the magic happen?

It’s not a package. It’s a promise®.
As Canada’s leading integrated freight, package, and logistics provider, we’ve been helping promises get where they need to be for more than 60 years. How does the magic happen? The journey starts with you. The places we go, the elements we brave, the promises we deliver – it’s all possible because of our people. So, whether you’re looking to build new skills, make an impact in your community, or inspire your team, we go there for you.
Description
Requisition ID #67215 - Human Resources Business Partner, Richmond
Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm, additional hours as required, based out of the Richmond terminal.
The HR Business Partner role works with project stakeholders to identify requirements to achieve strategic goals through internal changes to organizational capabilities, including changes to policies, processes, and information systems.
Reporting to the Manager Human Resources, the HR Business Partner works with project stakeholders to identify requirements to achieve strategic goals through internal changes to organizational capabilities, including changes to policies, processes and information systems. This role will support the BC region, which includes Purolator locations in the lower mainland, Vancouver Island, Interior, Northern Interior. This position will be based out of the Richmond terminal.
Responsibilities
Key Accountabilities:

• Partner with Operations clients to drive proactive employee and labor relations.
• Support the delivery and deployment of HR programs and processes and participate in coaching and guiding in functional and cross-functional initiatives (Performance Management, Compensation, Succession Planning, Engagement Survey, and the Performance Review Cycle).
• Provides guidance, direction, and advice to the client regarding employment-related issues including but not limited to the interpretation of the Collective Agreement and Company policies & procedures, attendance management, recruitment & selection strategy, performance management, terminations, strategic planning, and training & development.
• Promote a safe and healthy environment and support the management of WSIB, STD, and LTD cases and return to work programs.
• Anticipates barriers to success and facilitates proactive resolution that supports a performance-driven culture.
• Uses judgment supported by human resource acumen and practical experience to escal… matters as required.
• Contributes to continuous improvements & best practices to influence human resources strategies.
• Ensures that the interests of employees and company are considered in accordance with the Collective Agreement, HR policies, and applicable government laws and regulations.
• Demonstrates and lives our Corporate Values in everyday decisions.

Additional Responsibilities

• Must be strategic, have a good professional presence, and possesses strong planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to interact with all levels of the organization with comprehensive consultative, partnering, facilitating, and influencing/negotiating skills.
• Strong integrity with the ability to maintain confidentiality and manage highly sensitive information.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid computer skills including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint required.
• Strong analytic skills and proven ability to problem-solve.
• HR systems experience, preferably HR SAP.
• Exceptional commitment to customer service with a strong sense of urgency.
• Highly motivated, self-starter.
• Must be able to travel to other facilities on a regular basis.

Education

• Equivalent combination of education and employee relations experience and an achievement of CHRP designation or postgraduate degree preferred.
• 3-5 years progressive HR experience with demonstrated knowledge in the area of labor relations and client relation management.

Experience

• Experience working in a unionized environment preferred
• Must be strategic, have a good professional presence, and possess strong planning and organizational skills
• Ability to interact with all levels of the organization with comprehensive consultative, partnering, facilitating, and influencing/negotiating skills
• Strong integrity with ability to maintain confidentiality and manage highly sensitive information
• Superior written and verbal communication skills
• Solid computer skills; Microsoft Office suite required
• Strong analytic skills and proven ability to problem-solve
• Exceptional commitment to customer service with strong sense of urgency

Language Requirement: There are no language requirements for this position.

POSTING DETAILS
Location: 541 - RichmondWorking Conditions: Office Environment
Reports to: Manager Regional Human Resources

Purolator is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome all qualified applicants and provide accommodations during the recruitment process upon request.

Purolator complies with Canadian law in all recruitment practices. During pre-screening, we may use an Artificial Intelligence (AI) tool, supported by human oversight, to efficiently manage tasks such as resume screening and candidate matching, enabling our team to connect with qualified candidates faster.

Personal information is used solely for recruitment and managed in accordance with privacy legislation. For AI-related inquiries only, contact [e-mail] .

We recognize that employees and their families are essential to our success. We strive to provide a safe, healthy, and supportive workplace, ensuring the right people have the tools they need to thrive.

Every day at Purolator is an opportunity to connect with colleagues, customers, and communities to make a positive impact. Learn more about our values at www.purolator.com .