Human Resources Manager

Job summary

The Human Resources Manager will lead and manage all HR operations across diverse business units, including a unionized sawmill. They will play a key role in the HR Leadership Team to drive people strategy and foster an inclusive work environment.

Job details

We are looking for a dynamic and strategic HR professional to lead and manage all human resources operations for our diverse business units, including a unionized sawmill, in the Southern NB Region and Truro NS. As a key member of the HR Leadership Team, you will play a vital role in driving our people strategy, ensuring alignment with our business goals and fostering a positive and inclusive work environment. Responsibilities Lead and manage the HR team, providing strategic direction and guidance. Ensure policies, procedures and programs are effectively implemented and consistently applied to support business objectives. Partner with business leaders to understand their needs and provide HR solutions. Oversee recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes, ensuring a talented and diverse workforce for the region. Manage employee relations, including performance management, discipline and conflict resolution. Guide employees on compensation and benefits programs, providing advice, answering inquiries and promoting understanding of available offerings and resources. Foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture, promoting employee well-being and satisfaction. Collaborate with other departments to align HR strategies with overall business goals. Travel to Truro, Nove Scotia as required. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration or a related field. Minimum 5 years of experience in a senior HR management role, preferably in a manufacturing or forestry industry setting. Strong knowledge of HR best practices, employment laws and labor relations. Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and build strong relationships. Analytical mindset with proficiency in HRIS systems and data analysis. Demonstrated success in developing and implementing HR strategies. Experience in talent acquisition, performance management and employee relations. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.

What you’ll do

The Human Resources Manager will lead and manage all HR operations across diverse business units, including a unionized sawmill. They will play a key role in the HR Leadership Team to drive people strategy and foster an inclusive work environment.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in human resources or a related field and possess at least 5 years of senior HR management experience. Strong knowledge of labor relations, employment laws, and HRIS systems is required.

Listed skills

• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Cross-Functional Collaboration · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Human resources management
• Labor relations
• Strategic planning
• Employment law
• Talent acquisition
• Performance management
• Employee relations
• HRIS systems
• Data analysis
• Leadership
• Communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Organizational skills
• Manufacturing industry knowledge
• Forestry industry knowledge
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Talent Acquisition
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Employee Relations
• Organizational Skills
• HR Operations
• Data Analysis
• Strategic Planning
• Human Resources Information System (HRIS)
• Performance Management
• Labor Law
• Forestry
• Human Resource Management
• Interpersonal Communications
• Labor Relations
• Mills

Job areas

• Human Resources
• Management & Leadership
• Manufacturing
• Human Resources Manager
• Human Resource Managers
• Human Resources Managers

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