Interim Human Resources Manager

Cavendish Farms; Town of Kensington; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food production company in PEI is seeking an experienced Interim Human Resources Manager to provide strategic HR leadership for an 18-month period. Responsibilities include overseeing employee relations, compensation management, and compliance with labor laws. Candidates should have at least 5-7 years of HR experience and leadership skills. The role offers a full-time contract with a competitive salary of $80,000+ annually, tailored to qualifications. Join a company that values integrity and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• 3+ years of demonstrated leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on policy administration and legislative requirements.
• Oversee compensation and benefit programs.
• Conduct investigations and grievance processes.

Skills

Human Rights Legislation

Compensation and Benefits Administration

Employee Relations

Performance Management

Leadership

Education

Post Secondary Education in Human Resources or related field

Job description

Job Description

The Interim Human Resources Manager will provide strategic and hands‑on HR leadership during a defined temporary period, ensuring continuity, stability, and effective delivery of core HR functions. This role is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing human resources programs in support of operational objectives and business strategy.

The Interim HR Manager will act as a trusted advisor to leaders and employees, overseeing employee and labour relations, compensation and benefits administration, performance management, and compliance with applicable employment legislation, collective agreements, and organizational policies. This role also supports food safety and quality standards by ensuring HR practices align with regulatory and operational requirements, while contributing to the broader Human Resources strategy of the organization.

• Salary: $80,000+ annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Position Type: Full-time, 18-month contract

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance to the business with regards to company policy administration, legislative requirements, and application of CBA and interpretation to ensure consistent, equitable, and compliant application.
• Oversee administration of compensation and benefit programs, performance evaluation and annual total rewards programs.
• Conduct investigations, execute grievance, arbitration and mediation processes. Provide employee and legislation support and guidance.
• Partner with the business to develop and execute engagement and retention initiatives and action plans.
• In conjunction with senior leaders, assess competencies and identify high-potential employees and develop action plans to ensure bench strength, coach senior leaders in identifying high-potential employees.
• Provide day-to-day leadership of team, including hiring, development and performance management.
• Participating in site/departmental management meetings, SQF annual reviews, Business Continuity planning and other cross-functional meetings to provide human resource insights. Where needed, execute Cavendish Farms and enterprise-wide HR initiatives including communications and change management.

Qualifications

• Post Secondary Education in Human Resources, Labour Relations, Business Administration or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive Human Resources experience, with broad exposure to HR operations and employee relations.
• At least 3 years of demonstrated people management or leadership experience.
• Proven experience applying human rights legislation, Employment Standard Act (ESA) requirements, and best practices in labour and employee relations.
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation, workplace policies, and compliance requirements.
• CPHR designation (or equivalent professional HR certification) is considered an asset.

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

We appreciate your interest in our company; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About The Team

Cavendish Farms is a family‑run company where our team members are never just a number. We work from seed‑to‑table, providing opportunities to explore and grow. Headquartered in Dieppe, New Brunswick, Cavendish Farms is a leading producer of frozen potato products and appetizers throughout Canada, the United States, and around the world. We have manufacturing facilities in PEI, Ontario, Alberta, and North Dakota and farm operations in the Maritimes and Minnesota and North Dakota. We also operate a research and plant breeding centre in PEI to develop new potato varieties and sustainable potato farming practices.

We have a proud history of values, quality and service, and bringing the goodness of the farm to the table is what we do best.