Business Partner/Manager, Human Resources
- Employer
- Wasteco
- Location
- Toronto (Region), Ontario
- Salary
- may be up to $150,000 + benefits
- Closing date
- Jan 13, 2023
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- Sector
- Material Handling / Storage
- Function
- Generalist
- Job Level
- AVP, Director, Manager, Generalist, Specialist, Business Partner, Consultant, Recruiter, Interviewer
- Employment Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Designations Required/Preferred
- CHRP
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Human Resources/Labour Relations
- Advise and support managers and employees in day-to-day matters, providing guidance and coaching on a broad range of HR subject-matter (recruitment, performance management, discipline/termination, conflict resolution, HR administration, health and safety, training, etc.).
- Support and participate in (at times lead) the employee full-cycle recruitment and onboarding process and ensure hiring practices are followed (e.g., legislation, collective agreements, HR policy).
- Ensure legislative compliance is maintained including but not limited to the ESA, AODA, OLRA, OHSA, OHRC and any other applicable legislation.
- Develop and administer terms and conditions of employment for non-union employee groups.
- Provide knowledgeable advice and counsel regarding the administration and interpretation of the collective agreement and/or applicable legislation and/or MOA’s and/or settlements.
- In consultation with the employer bargaining committee, participate in and coordinate the collective bargaining processes, including planning, research and preparation.
- Manage the grievance/arbitration process, which may include preparing employer responses, conducting grievance hearings, maintaining complete records and/or consulting with legal counsel.
- Ensure accurate and timely implementation of agreements from time to time (e.g., CBA, MOA’s).
- Maintain and update seniority lists in accordance with the collective agreement.
- Respond to HR-related complaints and assist (or lead) the investigations process. Prepare reports and recommendations as deemed necessary.
- Build effective working relationships across the organization and multiple site locations, ensuring there’s a known HR presence across the Company, engaging with employees at all levels.
- Oversee the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
- Participate on committees as assigned (Labour-Management (LMC), JHSC, etc.).
- Develop and implement training and professional development programs for managers and supervisors.
- Assist with development and/or coordination of employee training as requested.
- Maintain training records for employee training and professional development.
- Manage the yearly performance evaluation processes and evaluations for probationary employees.
- Develop and maintain accurate, complete and up-to-date HR and employee files and maintain historical HR records by creating a filing system.
- Assist the Director, Health and Safety as may be required from time to time, with the management and coordination of workplace injuries, WSIB reporting and return to work processes.
- Maintain a high-level of professionalism and maintain confidentiality at all times.
Benefits and Compensation Administration
- Oversee the provision and administration of group health benefit plans.
- Research and evaluate benefit needs and trends and make recommendations regarding benefit programs to management.
- Obtain and evaluate benefit contract bids from time to time.
- Provide technical support in the administration of compensation policies and practices.
- Develop/update job descriptions and ensure they are accurate and current.
- Research comparator non-union and union salary information and surveys at regular intervals to ensure the organizations’ pay practices remain competitive in the marketplace.
Additional Responsibilities
- Act in the capacity of business partner, generalist, and strategic HR advisor.
- Remain current with regard to professional and technical knowledge/standards and emerging trends in HR, employment law, etc.
- Responsible for collection, analysis and reporting of workforce related metrics as required.
Qualifications
- Degree in Human Resource Management, Industrial Relations or a related field.
- A minimum of five (7) years of progressive work experience in human resources within a unionized environment, with at least three (3) years at the management level, or equivalent.
- Labour relations experience, including the interpretation, application and administration of collective agreements and collective bargaining, is required.
- Expert knowledge of applicable legislation (ESA, OLRA, OHSA, OHRC, Pay Equity Act, etc.).
- Strong attention to detail, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with a proven ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and judgement, with a demonstrated ability to deal with sensitive or confidential matters with discretion.
- Strong computer skills and a working knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications.
- Extensive knowledge of and experience in conflict resolution techniques.
- Strong negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills are required.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of work.
- Must have a valid Ontario Driver’s licence and access to reliable transportation.
- Presentation of a current criminal record check.
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