People Business Partner (Manufacturing)

TL;DR

People Business Partner (HR): Managing people strategy and employee relations for the Quebec region with an accent on Industrial Relations and Collective Bargaining Agreement application. Focus on building leadership capability, conducting workplace investigations, and promoting a respectful workplace culture.

Location: 100% on-site in Mont-Joli, Canada. Candidates must be legally authorised to work in Canada (no visa sponsorship available).

Company

Global leader in the design, manufacturing, and supply of wear products and services for the mining sector.

What you will do

• Partner with site and functional leaders to design and implement people initiatives aligned with global strategy.
• Provide expert guidance on Employee Relations (ER) and Industrial Relations (IR), including the interpretation of Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA).
• Lead workplace investigations and manage complex people matters such as grievances and disciplinary actions.
• Coordinate key employee lifecycle activities, including performance appraisals, engagement surveys, and succession planning.
• Build leadership capability through targeted coaching and the delivery of development programs.
• Support recruitment for wage positions and local advertising.

Requirements

• Tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Business Management, Psychology, or a related field.
• Fluency in both French and English is essential.
• Proven experience in a People/HR Business Partner or senior HR role within Canada, ideally in the Quebec Region.
• Demonstrated capability in complex ER case management and workplace investigations.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian workplace laws and experience in Enterprise Agreement negotiation.
• Legal authorization to work in Canada.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive total reward package including a performance bonus.
• Paid parental leave and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their families.
• Focus on professional growth with learning, development, and education assistance.
• Safe work environment that prioritizes wellbeing.
• Opportunity to work with a global leader striving for carbon neutrality by 2030.

Hiring process

• Psychometric assessment.
• Pre-employment medical check, including drug and alcohol testing.