Job Description
The Human Resources Business Partner ( HRBP) serves as a strategic advisor to managers of warehouse operations across multiple sites in Ontario. The HRBP plays a key role in implementing best HR practices while ensuring compliance with applicable labour laws and regulations in the province. The HRBP collaborates with leaders to promote a positive work environment, support effective workforce management, and contribute to HR-related initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as the main HR point of contact for a portfolio of warehouse locations across Ontario.
- Provide strategic and operational HR support to managers in all aspects of employee relations, performance management, and development.
- Interpret and ensure compliance with provincial labour laws (e.g., employment standards, health and safety, employment equity).
- Manage or support disciplinary matters, internal investigations, and conflict resolution processes.
- Collaborate with other HR team members to align practices across different sites.
- Monitor HR metrics (e.g., absenteeism, turnover, workplace climate) and recommend tailored action plans.
- Support managers through organizational changes and workforce optimization initiatives.
- Stay current on employment legislation across provinces and emerging HR trends and practices.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in industrial relations, Human Resources Management, or a related field.
- 3 to 6 years of experience as an HR generalist or business partner, ideally in a multi-site environment.
- Strong knowledge of labour laws and employment standards in Ontario.
- Experience in operational environments (warehousing, logistics, manufacturing) is a strong asset.
- Excellent communication, influencing, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
- Willingness to travel within Ontario to different sites.