Manager, Workplace Wellness - NSLC

Royer Thompson Management & Human Resources Consulting; Halifax; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate leader to enhance workplace wellness. As the Manager of Workplace Wellness, you will design and implement a comprehensive wellness strategy that champions mental health, work-life balance, and inclusivity. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong background in wellness programming and human resources. You will collaborate with leaders to integrate wellness into daily operations and evaluate program effectiveness based on employee feedback. Join a team committed to fostering a supportive and healthy workplace environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in health and safety initiatives.
• Background in wellness programming or human resources.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of wellness initiatives supporting mental health.
• Collaborate with staff to integrate wellness into policies and culture.
• Manage wellness partnerships and evaluate program effectiveness.

Skills

Wellness Programming

Occupational Health

Human Resources

Communication Skills

Strategic Thinking

Education

Post-secondary education in Human Resources

Health and Wellness

Psychology

Job description

Manager, Workplace Wellness

NSLC

We are seeking a passionate leader dedicated to creating healthy, supportive workplaces to join our team. The Manager of Workplace Wellness will report to the Director of Responsibility, Sustainability and Workforce Health and will be responsible for designing and implementing NSLC’s comprehensive wellness strategy.

1. Lead the development and execution of wellness initiatives that support mental health, work-life balance, safety, and overall well-being across the organization.
2. Collaborate with leaders and staff to integrate wellness into policies, culture, and daily operations, ensuring accessibility and inclusivity.
3. Manage wellness partnerships and evaluate program effectiveness, adapting strategies based on employee feedback and needs.
4. Champion equity, diversity, and inclusion within wellness programs to ensure they are accessible to all employees.

The ideal candidate will have a background in wellness programming, occupational health, or human resources, with at least five years of experience in health and safety initiatives. A post-secondary education in human resources, health and wellness, psychology, or related fields is required. You should be a strategic thinker with excellent communication skills, capable of engaging employees at all levels and fostering a collaborative, innovative environment.

Please submit your resume online by clicking “Apply.” For more information, contact Mady MacIntyre confidentially at [e-mail]. If you need accommodations during the selection process, please let us know. We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from Indigenous persons, racially visible persons, persons with disabilities, women, and persons of minority sexual orientations and/or gender identities.