Manager, Human Resources - Ontario

GDI Ainsworth; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental benefits

Generous vacation

Wellness programs

Job summary

GDI Ainsworth in Canada seeks a Human Resources Manager to provide strategic and operational HR support aligned with organizational goals. You will partner with leaders on talent management, workforce planning, performance, and engagement across multiple sites.

You will lead workplace investigations, advise on policies, and drive organizational change while ensuring compliance and effective HR programs. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• Experience in multi-site or complex business environments preferred.
• Experience managing employee relations, performance management, and talent initiatives.
• Prior experience supporting a unionized workforce.
• Experience partnering with leaders at various organizational levels.
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships with leaders and employees.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders to develop and execute people strategies that support business objectives.
• Provide coaching and guidance on organizational design, workforce planning, talent development, and succession planning.
• Support change management initiatives and organizational transformation efforts.
• Analyze workforce trends and recommend solutions to address business needs.
• Partner with leaders to identify talent needs and workforce capabilities.
• Facilitate performance management processes, including goal setting, coaching, and performance reviews.
• Support regional and global development initiatives.
• Provide advice and support to leaders and employees on workplace issues, policies, and procedures.
• Conduct workplace investigations and facilitate conflict resolution.
• Manage employee relations matters, including performance concerns, accommodations, and disciplinary actions.
• Promote a respectful, inclusive, and positive workplace culture.
• Support annual compensation review processes.
• Identify training and development needs within assigned client groups.
• Facilitate training sessions as required.
• Interpret and apply employment standards, human rights, privacy, and workplace Policies and procedures.
• Analyze employee feedback and engagement survey results.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.
• Support HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

Interpersonal skills

Coaching

Conflict resolution

HR policies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Tools

UKG HRIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

Reporting to the Director, the Human Resources Manager is responsible for providing strategic and operational Human Resources support that aligned with GDI Ainsworth organizational objectives. This role partners with leaders and employees to provide guidance and expertise across talent management, employee relations, workforce planning, performance management, compensation, organizational effectiveness, compliance, and employee engagement. As a trusted advisor, the Human Resources Manager supports business leaders in fostering a positive workplace culture, leading organizational change initiatives, and ensuring HR programs, policies, and practices are effectively implemented across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders to develop and execute people strategies that support business objectives.
• Provide coaching and guidance on organizational design, workforce planning, talent development, and succession planning.
• Support change management initiatives and organizational transformation efforts.
• Analyze workforce trends and recommend solutions to address business needs.
• Partner with leaders to identify talent needs and workforce capabilities.
• Facilitate performance management processes, including goal setting, coaching, and performance reviews.
• Support regional and global development initiatives.
• Provide advice and support to leaders and employees on workplace issues, policies, and procedures.
• Conduct workplace investigations and facilitate conflict resolution.
• Manage employee relations matters, including performance concerns, accommodations, and disciplinary actions.
• Promote a respectful, inclusive, and positive workplace culture.
• Support annual compensation review processes.
• Identify training and development needs within assigned client groups.
• Facilitate training sessions as required.
• Interpret and apply employment standards, human rights, privacy, and workplace Policies and procedures.
• Analyze employee feedback and engagement survey results.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.
• Support HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• Experience providing HR support in a multi-site or complex business environment preferred.
• Experience managing employee relations, performance management, and talent initiatives.
• Prior experience supporting a unionized workforce.
• Experience partnering with leaders at various organizational levels.
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships with leaders and employees.
• Strong employee relations and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent coaching, influencing, and consulting abilities.
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems preferred (UKG) and Microsoft Office applications.

The salary range is $105,000 - $125,000 per year. Actual salaries will vary based on factors such as education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as alignment with market data. The base salary is just one component of Ainsworth’s total compensation package, which also includes additional rewards and benefits such as short-term incentives and health insurance, among others.

Why work at GDI Ainsworth?

We offer a wide variety of benefits including the following:

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental and medical benefits, including wellness supports and generous vacation

Rewards

• Service milestones and peer recognition plus Employee Discounts and Incentives

Diversity

• An inclusive organization that embraces diversity and belonging; work in a great team atmosphere with future potential for promotion within company

While we appreciate all applications we receive, we advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

GDI Ainsworth is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Qualified designated group members are encouraged to apply as any reasonable accommodation of qualifications will be considered as per our Accommodation Policy, available upon request.

GDI Ainsworth is an integrated multi-trade company, offering end-to-end services and solutions for all asset maintenance and refurbishment requirements of our customers. We are continually striving to create better and more advanced products as well as provide the highest quality service. We are rapidly growing and need talented professionals to help drive our vision at becoming the best multi-trade company in the country!