Executive Director, Human Resources and Admin

Job summary

The Executive Director drives the organization's HR and administrative strategy to ensure alignment with overall business objectives. They are responsible for overseeing HR policies, fostering an inclusive corporate culture, and managing budgets and talent development.

Job details

Montreal Gateway Terminals (MGT) is one of the leading port operators in Montreal and plays a key role in the global supply chain. We specialize in the transshipment of marine containers between vessels, trains and trucks. By choosing MGT as your employer, you will join a talented and committed team that values excellence and delivers on its commitments to clients. We offer a stimulating, safe and rewarding work environment, along with a dynamic corporate culture where everyone can contribute to the organization’s success. Come explore the maritime industry and various professions by watching this informative video [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_M_Nn1L_RcE]. What we offer * Competitive salaries * Flexible schedule * Hybrid work arrangement * Annual bonus program * Full range of group insurance from day one * Defined contribution pension plan with employer participation * Professional membership reimbursement * 17 vacation days from the first year * Prior experience recognition policy for vacation entitlement * Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) * Access to telemedicine services * Service recognition program * Free parking Position Summary As a member of senior leadership, the Executive Director, Human Resources and Administration drives the organization's HR and administrative strategy, ensuring these functions are aligned with overall business objectives. They play a key role in developing human capital, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a positive and inclusive organizational culture. Main Responsibilities * Strategic leadership: Define the vision and strategy for human resources and administration, aligning these functions with the organization's overall objectives and advising senior leadership on organizational matters * Human resources management: Design, implement, and oversee HR policies and programs, including recruitment, training, compensation, benefits, performance management, and labour relations * Organizational culture: Foster a positive, collaborative, and inclusive corporate culture by promoting employee engagement, professional development, and well-being at work * Compliance and policies: Ensure legal and regulatory compliance in human resources and administration, and keep policies and procedures up to date * Budget management: Develop and manage HR and administration budgets, ensuring efficient and rigorous use of resources * Succession planning: Identify and develop key talent within the organization to ensure the continuity and sustainability of strategic functions * Change management: Support the organization through transformations by proposing change management strategies adapted to operational realities * Team management: Supervise, engage, and develop the human resources and administration team, providing inspiring leadership and clear direction Requirements * Bachelor's degree in human resources, industrial relations, business administration, or a related field * Ten (10) years of experience in a human resources and administration management role, ideally in a unionized environment * In-depth knowledge of labour law and HR and administrative standards under federal jurisdiction * Master's degree in human resources or a related field (an asset) * French is required; advanced proficiency in English is also required on a daily basis given the international scope of the organization and regular interactions with English-speaking colleagues, clients, and partners Key Competencies and Skills * Strategic leadership and ability to engage and mobilize teams * Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills * Ability to develop and execute effective HR and administration strategies * Sound judgment, sense of responsibility, and attention to detail * Change management and adaptability * Strategic planning and priority management * Rigorous budget management * Legal and regulatory compliance * Ability to work effectively in a multitasking environment with a strong sense of urgency * Empathy, self-confidence, and emotional intelligence * Team spirit and strong interpersonal skills * Rigour and initiative Have we piqued your interest? Submit your CV now! We thank you for your interest in our organization; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Montreal Gateway Terminals is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of gender, background, disability, or any other ground protected by law. Due to our location in a regulated area and the nature of our activities, successful candidates will be required to obtain a Transport Canada Security Clearance to work at MGT, starting from the date of hire. For more information, please visit our website [https://tc.canada.ca/fr/programmes/programmes-financement/programme-habilitation-securite-matiere-transport/presenter-demande-habilitation-securite-matiere-transport].

What you’ll do

The Executive Director drives the organization's HR and administrative strategy to ensure alignment with overall business objectives. They are responsible for overseeing HR policies, fostering an inclusive corporate culture, and managing budgets and talent development.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in human resources or a related field and possess at least ten years of management experience. Proficiency in both French and English is required, along with in-depth knowledge of labour law and administrative standards.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Flexible schedule
• Hybrid work arrangement
• Annual bonus program
• Group insurance
• Defined contribution pension plan
• Professional membership reimbursement
• Vacation days
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Telemedicine services
• Service recognition program
• Free parking

Listed skills

• French · Preferred
• Budget · Preferred
• Change Management · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Compliance · Preferred
• Planning · Preferred
• management · Preferred
• Administrative · Preferred
• Flexible · Preferred
• English · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Strategic leadership
• Human resources management
• Labour relations
• Change management
• Budget management
• Succession planning
• Organizational culture
• Regulatory compliance
• Communication
• Negotiation
• Problem-solving
• Strategic planning
• Team management
• Emotional intelligence
• Labour law

Job areas

• Human Resources
• Management & Leadership
• Administrative
• Logistics
• Transportation

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