Job Description

emergiTEL is hiring a HR Manager for our client in the Pulp & Paper industry. This is a Permanent role.

Location: Corner Brook Pulp and Paper Mill – Corner Brook, Newfoundland, CA
(English)
Role: Human Resources Manager

Salary Range: $140,000-$160,000
Industry: Pulp & Paper

• Responsible for ensuring the health and safety of all employees by driving initiatives that support the Zero Harm vision.
• Serves as a member of the Senior Management Team and oversees all Human Resources activities supporting the Woodlands, Deer Lake Power, and Newsprint Mill divisions.

Health, Safety & Environmental Responsibilities:

• Maintain a strong commitment to workplace safety and environmental stewardship.
• Adhere to and promote company safety and environmental policies.
• Support health and safety policies, procedures, and initiatives.
• Ensure effective operation of the mill’s medical center and security team for both proactive and emergency response requirements.
• Participate as a member of the Disaster Response Team.

Employee Relations Responsibilities:

• Foster a positive work environment through effective administration of company policies and procedures.
• Provide HR support and guidance to supervisors and managers on employee-related matters.
• Support performance management and improvement plans.
• Promote a respectful and equitable workplace through diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

Administration of Collective Agreements / Union Relations:

• Maintain positive relationships and effective communication with union leadership.
• Interpret and apply collective agreements.
• Administer labour relations processes, including dispute resolution, grievance handling, and arbitration.
• Participate in disciplinary matters and performance improvement initiatives.
• Lead collective bargaining activities.

Recruitment & Succession Planning:

• Manage the site succession planning process.
• Oversee recruitment activities for salaried employees.
• Coordinate and conduct interviews, reference checks, assessments, and testing.
• Manage employee development plans and performance appraisal programs.

Labour Oversight & Budgeting:

• Oversee the development of labour and training budgets.
• Establish, monitor, and support key performance indicators (KPIs), including labour utilization, overtime, absenteeism, and training metrics.

Employee Development:

• Oversee employee training and succession planning programs.
• Manage the training budget and training programs for the organization.

Direct Reports:

• Human Resources Advisor
• Human Resources Scheduler
• Human Resources Coordinator
• Occupational Health Nurse
• Coach, develop, manage, and evaluate direct reports through the Employee Development and Performance Appraisal Review (EDPAR) process.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Commerce with a major in Human Resources and Industrial Relations, or another relevant university degree.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Proven problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Ability to act as a change agent and foster innovation and creativity.
• Proficiency in computer applications and Microsoft Outlook.