Human Resources Director

Job summary

The Human Resources Director will partner with senior leadership to develop and execute HR strategies that align with business objectives. They are responsible for leading HR teams, overseeing talent management programs, and driving organizational effectiveness and culture initiatives.

Job details

We currently have an opportunity for a Human Resources Director within our Transportation & Logistics Division, based in Saint John, NB. Reporting to the Divisional Director of Human Resources, the HR Director is a key member of the senior leadership team and a trusted advisor to business leaders. This role is responsible for aligning HR priorities with business objectives, leading talent and workforce strategies, strengthening employee engagement, and enabling organizational performance through progressive and practical HR solutions. RESPONSIBILITIES * Partner with the Divisional Director of Human Resources, the General Manager, and other business and HR leaders to develop and execute HR strategies, programs, and processes aligned with business priorities. * Lead, coach, and develop a team of HR professionals who provide trusted support to employees and leaders and work effectively with shared services and external partners. * Oversee the delivery of key HR programs, including talent attraction and retention, workforce and succession planning, performance management, leadership development, compensation, and employee engagement. * Anticipate business and workforce needs and provide proactive HR leadership, advice, coaching, and practical solutions. * Lead and support organizational effectiveness and change initiatives that enable business growth and operational performance. * Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing culture grounded in accountability, collaboration, and teamwork. QUALIFICATIONS * An undergraduate degree in business administration, human resource management, or a related discipline. A CPHR designation is considered an asset. * Progressive HR leadership experience, including experience operating at both strategic and operational levels. * A proven record of building, leading, and developing highly engaged HR teams. * Experience supporting operational and hourly workforces. * Strong business acumen and the ability to translate business priorities into effective HR strategies and practical solutions. * Demonstrated experience leading organizational change and supporting organizational effectiveness. The salary range for this role is $92,000 - $134,500 annually.

What you’ll do

The Human Resources Director will partner with senior leadership to develop and execute HR strategies that align with business objectives. They are responsible for leading HR teams, overseeing talent management programs, and driving organizational effectiveness and culture initiatives.

Requirements

Candidates must possess an undergraduate degree in business or human resources, with a CPHR designation considered an asset. The role requires progressive HR leadership experience, particularly in supporting operational workforces and leading organizational change.

Listed skills

• Change Management · Preferred
• Coaching · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Human Resources Strategy
• Talent Acquisition
• Succession Planning
• Performance Management
• Leadership Development
• Employee Engagement
• Change Management
• Organizational Effectiveness
• Business Acumen
• Coaching
• Workforce Planning
• Compensation Management
• Strategic Planning
• Operational Leadership
• Operational Performance Management
• Organizational Change Management
• Talent Attraction
• Accountability
• Business Objectives
• Human Resource Strategy
• Organizational Leadership
• Business Administration
• Leadership
• Human Resource Management
• Organizational Performance
• Teamwork
• Business Priorities

Job areas

• Human Resources
• Management & Leadership
• Transportation
• Logistics
• Director of Human Resources
• Human Resource Managers
• Human Resources Managers

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