Human Resources Manager

ML6 Search + Talent Advisory; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager for a manufacturing client in New Westminster. This role involves leading HR initiatives, improving workplace culture, and managing labour relations. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of HR experience and a strong background in unionized environments. This full-time position offers a chance to influence company success through strategic HR leadership.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive HR experience in a unionized manufacturing environment.
• Proven expertise in labour relations, including collective agreement negotiation.
• Broad HR generalist background with strong knowledge of best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead labour relations and enhance collaboration with union representatives.
• Champion a culture of safety.
• Develop training and performance management strategies.
• Drive talent acquisition initiatives.
• Oversee compensation and salary administration.

Skills

Labour relations

Strategic thinking

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related discipline

Job description

Director, Corporate at ML6 Search + Talent Advisory

The Opportunity:

Our client, a leading manufacturer with a strong presence across North America, is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to join their New Westminster plant leadership team. This role offers the chance to shape workplace culture, strengthen labour relations, and lead strategic HR initiatives that drive long-term business success.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead labour relations, fostering strong partnerships with union representatives to enhance collaboration, address employee concerns, and improve operational processes.
• Champion a culture of safety as part of the plant’s management team.
• Develop and implement training, development, performance management, and succession planning strategies aligned with business needs.
• Drive talent acquisition initiatives to attract and retain top talent for both current and future workforce requirements.
• Oversee compensation and salary administration, ensuring fair and competitive practices.
• Manage benefits, occupational health, wellness, and ensure compliance with health & safety programs.
• Lead departmental budget planning and identify cost-saving opportunities.

What You’ll Need to Be Successful

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or related discipline.
• 10+ years of progressive HR experience in a unionized manufacturing environment.
• Proven expertise in labour relations, including collective agreement negotiation and implementation.
• Broad HR generalist background with strong knowledge of best practices and employment legislation.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to balance business priorities with employee experience.
• Collaborative leader skilled at building trust and credibility with stakeholders at all levels.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Human Resources

Industries

• Manufacturing