Regional Human Resources Manager

First Student Shared Services; Montreal; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation services company is seeking a Regional Human Resources Manager to support operations across Québec and Eastern Ontario. The role requires a bilingual HR professional with strong union experience and a passion for employee engagement. Responsibilities include labor relations, policy compliance, and employee training. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of HR experience and excellent communication skills in both French and English. This position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact within a mission-driven organization.

Benefits

Be part of a mission-driven organization

Collaborative team environment

Opportunities for growth and development

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of broad HR experience, including labor relations and employment law.
• Proven ability to build trust and foster engagement across diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic HR partner to regional leadership and field operations.
• Lead initiatives in labor relations, dispute resolution, and leadership development.
• Ensure compliance with federal, provincial, and local employment laws.

Skills

Bilingual proficiency in French and English

Strong union experience

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

Human Resources Manager – Québec & Eastern Ontario

Location : Remote with travel across Québec & Eastern Ontario

Full-Time | Bilingual (French / English)

First Student is seeking a dynamic and experienced Regional Human Resources Manager to support our operations across Québec and Eastern Ontario. This role is ideal for an HR professional with strong union experience, a passion for employee engagement, and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, multi‑site environment.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as a strategic HR partner to regional leadership and field operations.
• Lead initiatives in labor relations, dispute resolution, policy compliance, and leadership development.
• Maintain strong employee and labor relations through regular site visits and communication.
• Conduct investigations and provide coaching on fair and consistent handling of workplace matters.
• Collaborate with legal counsel on grievance handling and union‑related issues.
• Support recruiting efforts, especially during new business acquisitions.
• Deliver training programs on performance management, employment law, and employee relations.
• Drive employee engagement and action planning across the region.
• Ensure compliance with federal, provincial, and local employment laws.

What We’re Looking For

• Bilingual proficiency in French and English (written and spoken).
• Strong union experience and knowledge of grievance processes.
• Proven ability to build trust and foster engagement across diverse teams.
• Willingness to travel regularly across Québec and Eastern Ontario.
• Minimum 3–5 years of broad HR experience, including labor relations, employment law, and training.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Why Join First Student?

• Be part of a mission‑driven organization that values safety, service, and people.
• Work with a collaborative team that supports your growth and development.
• Make a meaningful impact across multiple communities.

Interested? and take the next step in your HR career with First Student