On behalf of our client, Oberland Agriscience , we are looking for a HR Manager to join their growing team.

About Our Client Oberland Agriscience is a sustainable black soldier fly larvae (BSFL) farm based in Halifax, NS. Focused on closing the food loop in the region, Oberland is making a positive contribution to the planet by producing nutrient-rich, low environmental impact protein. Partnering with local food producers and distributors, Oberland upcycles organic by-products such as spent grains from breweries to rear BSFL on an industrial scale. With a zero-waste facility and a high-performing team, Oberland plays a vital role in advancing a sustainable circular economy in Atlantic Canada.

The Opportunity The HR Manager is a key member of Oberland’s People & Culture team, supporting all facets of the employee lifecycle in a dynamic, fast-growing manufacturing environment. This role provides hands-on expertise in recruitment, employee relations, performance management, training, HR policy compliance, and workplace health & safety administration. The successful candidate will be passionate about fostering a positive workplace culture that reflects Oberland’s commitment to innovation, diversity, and sustainability.

The Ideal Candidate You are an experienced HR professional who thrives in high-growth, fast-paced environments. With a strong foundation in both employee relations and HR compliance, you are comfortable balancing strategic oversight with hands-on responsibilities. You bring a passion for creating inclusive, engaging, and safe workplaces, and are motivated by supporting both managers and employees to achieve their best. You will thrive in a setting that values sustainability, innovation, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities Infrastructure (50%):

• Act as a first point of contact for employee inquiries, concerns, and feedback, ensuring fair and timely resolution
• Prepare payroll and support finance in submissions as needed
• Manage health benefits broker relationship and facilitate employee issues with benefits
• Manage company WCB program and claims
• Support initiatives to enhance employee engagement, retention, and cross-department collaboration
• Provide coaching to managers and employees on workplace communication, conflict resolution, and performance improvement
• Ensure HR policies, procedures, and practices comply with applicable labour legislation and food manufacturing regulations
• Maintain accurate personnel records, producing reports as needed
• Support workplace health & safety programs, including incident reporting and corrective action follow-up
• Support BCorp and other environmental certifications as appropriate

Human Dynamics (50%)

• Lead all day-to-day talent acquisition activities, including coordination of full-cycle recruitment for hourly production staff, technical specialists, and corporate roles, in collaboration with hiring managers
• Post roles, screen candidates, and facilitate interview processes
• Coordinate onboarding programs to effectively integrate new hires into both manufacturing and company culture
• Implement and monitor performance review processes
• Coordinate training programs including compliance, safety, leadership, and skill development initiatives
• Build internal talent pipelines for manufacturing and R&D teams
• Develop and coordinate non-technical training such as leadership, cultural, and onboarding programs, fostering a culture of continuous learning
• Lead immigration and work permit support programs and applications
• Drive accountability across the Operations team by modeling high standards of decision-making and actions
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion across HR processes
• Promote a workplace culture aligned with sustainability, innovation, and operational excellence

Requirements

• Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• CPHR designation or eligibility considered an asset
• Minimum 5 years HR experience, ideally in manufacturing, food production, or other regulated environments (supporting hourly + salaried employees)
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practices in Nova Scotia
• Strong numeracy skills including ability to perform basic reconciliations
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite, especially Excel
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with ability to build trust across all levels of the organization
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-growth environment
• Strong commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality

Benefits

• Annual salary between $70,000 - $80,000
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health plan benefits package (after probationary period)
• Participation in company bonus programs (e.g., stock option plan) after one year of employment
• This is a full-time permanent position based on-site at Oberland’s Ragged Lake Business Park facility in Halifax, NS

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only candidates that we determine are best aligned to the role will be contacted for initial discussions.

*Please note, candidates must be located in Canada + legally eligible to work on a permanent basis, as sponsorship for this opportunity is unfortunately not an option.*

The Warrington Group is a boutique operated, female founded + led, recruitment firm that focuses on recruitment done right!

We are focused on building sustainable relationships with both our valued clients + career focused candidates. Through our collaboration + innovative recruitment solutions, we approach the hiring process with enthusiasm, authenticity + transparency.

Founded in 2020 + headquartered in Halifax, we provide strategic recruitment support in the following industries: Accounting, Financial Services, Legal, Sales, Marketing, Professional Services, Administrative Support, Contact Centre, Education, Healthcare, Manufacturing + Skilled Trades.

If you would like to send your resume for potential opportunities not listed on our careers site , you may do so via email ~ careers@thewarringtongroup.ca .

Please note, this inbox is not replied to on a regular basis, however, your resume will be kept on file for 1 year.