Human Resources Director

GFL Environmental Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

RRSP matching

Profit sharing

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. is seeking a Human Resources Director in Calgary, AB to lead strategic HR initiatives and partner with executives to drive change across the region. You will oversee labor relations, compensation design, and organizational development while guiding a regional HR team.

The role requires 8+ years of senior HR experience, a University degree, and a HR designation. Travel up to 40% across Western Canada is expected.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressively senior-level HR experience in large, complex, multi-stakeholder, and unionized environments.
• University degree required; professional HR designation/certification required.
• Deep expertise in Labour Relations, M&A integrations, generalist HR functions, advanced Employment Standards compliance, and corporate documentation.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills, ability to influence change and build executive relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute long-term HR strategies and initiatives that align with business objectives.
• Direct regional HR team operations and drive employee engagement.
• Lead labor relations matters, guidance on grievances/arbitrations, and negotiations on collective agreements.
• Contribute to total compensation design and review engagement survey insights.
• Execute cross-functional special projects addressing complex organizational issues.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Leadership

Influence

Education

University degree

HR designation/certification

Job description

Ready to elevate your career? GFL is expanding! We are officially hunting for our next Human Resources Director in Calgary, AB—someone ready to bring fresh ideas and grow alongside a dynamic team.

About Us

GFL is one of the largest diversified environmental services companies in North America, providing comprehensive solid waste management services from its platform of facilities throughout Canada and 18 U.S. states. Recognized by our signature fleet of bright green trucks and equipment, we offer a wide range of environmental and industrial services to businesses, communities and households, providing a consolidated and sophisticated approach to meeting our customers’ needs. One of the keys to our success lies in the diversity of our services and our ability to deliver robust integrated solutions, all from a single efficient company. We believe that, by providing safe, accessible and cost-effective solutions, we encourage greater environmental responsibility and allow our customers and the communities we serve to be Green for Life.

The Role

We are looking for a talented Human Resources Director to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for acting as a lead strategic business partner, spearheading innovative change, and overseeing the strategic direction and execution of HR strategies within the assigned region. You will work closely with Operational and Corporate Executives, as well as the broader HR leadership team to design, represent, and implement high-impact HR initiatives that align with business objectives. The role reports to the Senior HR Leadership Team.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute medium- to long-term HR strategies, innovative programs, retention strategies, and change management efforts that drive national and global impact.
• Direct regional HR team operations, drive employee engagement, and partner with L&D on performance management, goal setting, and leadership coaching.
• Lead complex labor relations matters, provide guidance on grievances/arbitrations, and partner with the Director of LR on collective agreement negotiations and proposals.
• Contribute to total compensation design, maintain engagement survey insights, and influence leaders through organizational shifts and communication execution.
• Seek, define, and execute cross-functional special projects and progressive initiatives to address and resolve complex organizational issues.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: 8+ years of progressively senior-level HR experience in large, complex, multi-stakeholder, and unionized environments.
• Education: University degree required; professional HR designation/certification required.
• Technical Skills: Deep expertise in Labour Relations, M&A integrations, generalist HR functions, advanced Human Rights and Employment Standards compliance, and corporate documentation (policies, labour briefings, business cases).
• Soft Skills: Excellent negotiation and communication skills, customer-focused professionalism, strong initiative, and the ability to influence change and build executive relationships.
• Bonus Points: Proven ability to balance strategic leadership with hands‑on detail in a fast‑paced environment, willingness to travel up to 40% across Western Canada, and experience executing global/cross‑functional special projects.

What We Offer

Why join us? We believe in taking care of our team. Here is a snapshot of our total rewards you can expect:

• Health: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Wellness: Employee Assistance Program, life insurance, and paid time‑off
• Financial: RRSP matching, profit sharing and competitive wages
• Culture: Growth opportunities and continuous learning opportunities

Join us and become part of "Team Green" at GFL Environmental, where your skills and dedication will be valued and rewarded.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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