Human Resources Business Partner

Socket.dev; Richmond; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodations during recruitment

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Purolator is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner to support the BC region from the Richmond terminal. The role partners with Operations clients to drive proactive employee and labor relations and to implement HR programs, processes, and policies that advance strategic goals.

Reporting to the Manager Regional Human Resources, you will travel to other facilities as needed, require 3–5 years HR experience in a unionized environment, CHRP designation or postgraduate degree preferred, and

Qualifications

• 3-5 years HR experience with labor relations knowledge.
• Equivalent combination of education and HR experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Operations clients to drive proactive employee and labor relations.
• Support HR programs, processes, and policy deployment to meet strategic goals.
• Provide guidance on collective agreements, policies, attendance, recruitment, performance, and training.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Planning & organizing

Consultative skills

Influencing / Negotiating

Communication

Confidentiality

MS Office / Office suite

Education

CHRP designation or postgraduate degree

Tools

HR SAP

Microsoft 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? 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

• 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 elevate 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 - Richmond
Working Conditions: Office Environment

Reports to: Manager Regional Human Resources
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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.

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.