Job Description

At Westport Fuel Systems, we are driving innovation to power a cleaner tomorrow. We are inventors, engineers, manufacturers and suppliers of advanced clean fuel systems and components that can change the way the world moves. Our products and technologies deliver performance, fuel efficiency and environmental benefits to address the challenges of global climate change and urban air quality. Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, we serve our customers in more than 70 countries with leading global transportation brands.

Powerful trends in greenhouse gas ("GHG") emission reduction regulations have created a compelling opportunity for gaseous-fuel product solutions powered by natural gas, propane, renewable natural gas, and hydrogen. With our strategic partners, we are turning our business plan into reality. We share a common objective: to create clean transportation solutions that meet existing and future emissions regulations and targets for GHG reduction.

Overview

As part of our North American HR team, the HR Business Partner will provide core HR support (employee relations, talent acquisition, policies and procedures development, compliance, talent development, succession planning, compensation, employee engagement, etc.) to assigned business units that operate within a combined North American and International presence. If you have a passion for collaborating and building programs and initiatives and want to be part of a team that is driving innovation & clean technology, we would like to hear from you.

Position Responsibilities

Human Resources

• Manage multiple client portfolios across the organization, including employees based in regions across Canada
• Build partnerships with Site Leaders within the assigned business units to understand operational goals and needs
• Plan and implement HR programs, services, processes and procedures which align and integrate with the changing needs of the business units and functions supported
• Work in collaboration with the HR team to build employee engagement programs while exploring best practices, trends and emerging issues in the industry
• Track, record, and analyze data as it pertains to workforce requirements, produce HR Metrtics and reports

Compensation

• Complete compensation analysis for workforce transitions and present recommendations to the business leaders (promotions, transfers etc.)
• Participate in compensation reviews for applicable client groups, including bonus and annual merit administration, and distribution of employee letters

Recruitment & Selection

• Partner with hiring managers to thoroughly understand position requirements, including knowledge, skills and abilities required for the role and team;
• Develop recruitment strategies to attract talent and stay on top of market trends
• Full cycle recruitment and selection; conduct candidate phone screens, interviews, manage meeting logistics, travel, background checks, references and shortlists

Employee & Manager Relations

• Provide guidance to both managers and employees on employee-related issues, resolving in an effective and timely manner
• Inform, train and support managers on various talent management activities and HR programs; evaluate team structures, skill sets and behavioural competencies and advise managers on opportunities to strengthen their team\'s capabilities while developing individual team members
• Support and oversee employment contract changes, transfers and re-organizations within departments
• Partner with managers in the execution of annual performance management cycles, merit reviews, employee recognition programs
• Tracking and addressing performance issues and resolving in a timely manner; provide guidance on discipline processes, procedures and terminations

Miscellaneous

• Responsible for the implementation of efficient, effective tools and technology to support the Human Resources function in order to provide exceptional customer service
• Assist in developing and supporting HR policies compliant with legislative requirements
• Other HR Projects as assigned

Health & Safety Responsibilities

• Promote Westport\'s H&S culture by following all environmental and H&S procedures and understanding your obligations and responsibilities
• Report unsafe conditions, behaviors and all accidents
• Co-operate with JHSC (Joint Health & Safety Committee) and Safety representative

Position Requirements

• 5 years of progressive HR generalist experince of which 2+ years preferable as an an HR advisor or HR Business partner, preferably with a STEM focused organization that operates internationally
• Degree in Management or Human Resources Management
• CPHR designation or working toward is preferred
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships with clients at all levels of the organization and influence decisions.
• Advanced excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables) is preferred

Competences & Other attributes - the ideal candidate will have:

• Solid business acumen to align both business objectives and HR strategies with business unit goals
• Excellent organizational, follow-through and workload planning skills with the ability to juggle multiple priorities while adhering to either hard or soft deadlines
• Collaborative team player with demonstrated professional and emotional maturity and judgment to handle sensitive situations with diplomacy, tact and high ethical standards
• Strong ability to effectively perform in a complex, high change environment while being a positive steward for the business
• Excellent judgement, analytical and problem-solving skills in establishing strategies and resolving HR matters
• Mindset for a dynamic work environment balancing between strategic, tactical and operational
• Effective, clear and precise verbal and written communication skills

Application Procedure

To apply for this opportunity, please submit your application to our Corporate Recruitment team in confidence by clicking the \xe2\x80\x9cApply Now\xe2\x80\x9d link below. While we thank you in advance for your interest and application, we will only be responding to shortlisted candidates.

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