Human Resources (Hr) & Labour Relations (Lr) Business Partner

Are you a seasoned Human Resource and Labor Relation Specialist with the ability to drive change from within a company? Are you passionate about providing Peace of Mind to your client group? Are you looking to be a part of a growing team and company?

Beacon Lite has merged with the Universal Group, an industry leader who was recognized as one of Canada’s best-managed companies in 2023, in Traffic Control Personnel, Traffic Management Planning, Traffic supplies, Occupational Health and Safety Training, Landscaping, and Staffing services. We offer an entrepreneurial environment with opportunities for job advancement and continued education.

Beacon Lite has an exciting opportunity for a Human Resources (HR) & Labour Relations (LR) Business Partner! Reporting to the Manager, HR & LR Business Partner, The HR and Labour RelationsBusiness Partner serves as a strategic advisor and partner to the organization, ensuring the alignment of Human Resources and labor relations functions with the company’s business objectives. This role encompasses a broad spectrum of responsibilities, focusing on managing and enhancing the relationship between the organization and its workforce.

What you will be responsible for:

Human Resources Partnership:

• Offer subject matter expertise in Human Resources and Labour Relations services.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to frontline management and leadership on HR and LR matters.
• Provide guidance on HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Collaborate with management to deliver HR programs aligned with business objectives.
• Partner with internal clients to integrate talent programs into strategic plans.
• Continuously seek value-add opportunities and risk mitigation.
• Utilize business intelligence (BI) for data-driven decision-making and improvement opportunities.
• Execute talent management strategies to enhance retention and employee experience.
• Deliver talent programs, including Continuing Education and leadership development.
• Offer guidance and support on performance management, employee relations, and HR compliance.
• Assist in developing compensation and benefits strategies for attracting and retaining top talent.
• Oversee the implementation of employee engagement initiatives to enhance job satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with all HR-related legal and regulatory requirements.

Labour Relations Partnership:

• Act as lead representative for the regional employers as assigned for all union relationships and transactions
• Support senior management and executive leadership on tactical approaches to union and performance matters
• Manage and nurture relationships with union representatives as well as internal clients
• Deliver advisory services to assist management in handling of performance and behaviour
• Support management to continually improve employment knowledge, best practices, and leadership
• Support negotiations of supplementary agreements outside principle CBAs (MOAs, LOUs, etc.)
• Interpret and apply collective agreements
• Produce bargaining preparation including cost modeling and research
• Facilitate grievance handling at all steps including preparation for potential arbitrations
• Assist in preparing responses for arbitration and human rights claims
• Maintain in-depth knowledge and understanding of unionized workforces, collective bargaining, work issues/grievances and leading decisions
• Conduct workplace investigations and facilitate progressive discipline
• Support attendance management

What you get from us:

• A large, growing company with room for promotion
• Medical, Vision, and Dental benefits after probationary period.
• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• An RRSP matching plan after a probationary period.
• Competitive compensation package
• Hybrid office: regular work-from-home days
• Work computer and cell phone provided by the company

What we need from you:

• Minimum level of education equivalent to a bachelor’s degree
• Minimum 5 years of experience in an HR/LR advisory or BP role with a track record of progressive scope of responsibility
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in unionized environments are required
• Expert understanding of employment regulations and legislation
• Solid knowledge of employment, labour, and privacy laws
• Proven abilities with office productivity software and HRIS systems (e.g. BambooHR/ADP)
• Bilingualism is required for this position

Where/When you will be working:

• Typical office atmosphere and environment
• Typical office hours are Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm or as determined based on the needs of the department and requirements for successful business operations

Why Universal Group?

The Universal Group is driven by our purpose to provide Peace of Mind to both our clients and team members. Our people embrace our core values of being ‘Passionate, Authentic, and Driven’ in everything we do and in every decision we make every day. They are the fabric of who we are and, without question, the reason for our success and continued growth.

The safety of our team members and the public drives us daily.

The Universal Group is an industry leader in traffic control services, traffic management planning, traffic equipment supply, landscaping, temporary labour and occupational health and safety training. We are a one-stop shop, as our full suite of services ensures that we can manage projects from conception to completion.

For more information about the company, please visit our Indeed Profile!

Our Commitment to Diversity

The Universal Group is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic.

Apply today; we can’t wait to hear from you. Come grow with us!

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