Job Description

J.D. Irving, Limited is seeking a Human Resources Manager for Sawmills and Woodlands Divisions. This is an exciting permanent full-time role based in Chipman, New Brunswick. We are inviting applications from HR professionals who are looking to demonstrate their leadership and creativity in a dynamic environment.

What You Will Bring:

• Bachelor's degree with a focus on Human Resources preferred
• 5+ years' experience in a strategic Human Resources role or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience delivering HR solutions in a complex, multi-site operation is considered an asset
• Labour relations experience is considered a strong asset
• CPHR designation considered an asset
• Customer focused with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills who excels at coaching others.
• Energetic self-starter who enjoys working autonomously in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize, coordinate and manage multiple activities

What You Will Achieve:

• Ensure consistent application of HR policies and procedures across broad portfolio including two sawmill locations, one peat bog farm, woodlands operation, and multiple garages
• Provide expertise and hands-on support in a broad range of HR functions including employee relations, leadership development, employee engagement, performance management, compensation, and recruitment/retention
• Lead labour relations and people strategies to ensure all requirements are met, key metrics and balanced scorecard results are achieved, and risks are minimized
• Maintain close relationships, coordination, and collaboration with executives, directors, and people leaders across the divisions to meet all current and future HR requirements and to ensure production schedules are met and organization-wide strategies are successfully implemented
• Serve as a dynamic leader on the Sawmills and Woodlands high-performance HR Management team contributing to strategy and delivery
• Strategic problem-solving while demonstrating sound judgement, and anticipating, communicating, and navigating challenges frequently associated with a complex work environment
• Coach a team of HR Business Partners and supporting their professional development
• Identify and address continuous improvement opportunities within HR and HR data sources
• Lead HR workforce planning for the region and advise on forecasting and growth
• Support a growing workforce immigration and settlement services program
• Adeptly analyze industry trends, human resource best practices and evolving technology to proactively identify HR-related issues to maximize our organizational effectiveness and further enhance our organizational culture
• Develop communication, prepare, and deliver presentations and correspondence

What We Offer:

J.D. Irving Ltd. is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Relocation package (where applicable)
• A flexible medical, dental, and vision plan
• RRSP matching program
• Health & Wellness reimbursements
• Employee & Family Assistance Programs
• Opportunities to take part in job related training and development
• Growth and progression opportunities within JDI Sawmills and Woodlands and the larger network of the JD Irving Group of Companies

The Company:

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Eastern Canada (New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), and the United States. We are a team of 16,000 dedicated employees.

At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of an energetic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about achieving results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our diverse operating divisions.

To Apply for This Opportunity:

Please apply online.

We appreciate your interest in our company! Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Additional Information

• Posting Date: Sep 9, 2022

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