Human Resources Manager
The Nunacor Development Corporation is a progressive and innovative company that prides itself on offering an engaging work environment and a positive workplace culture. We understand that our greatest asset is our people and strive to offer a fulfilling (and fun!) career choice for business professionals.
We are seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to join our team as Human Resources Manager. Reporting to the CEO, the HR Manager will be responsible for the performance, health, and well-being of Nunacor’s most valuable asset—its people.
About the Role
As a member of the Senior Management Team, this newly created position will lead the human resource and safety functions for Nunacor and its group of companies.
Human Resources Responsibilities: The successful candidate will plan and execute a human resource strategy that enables sustainable growth for Nunacor and its companies while maintaining compliance with federal and provincial labour standards.
Specific duties include, but are not limited to:
- Promoting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment.
- Setting a clear and compelling vision for attracting, developing, training, and retaining exceptional talent while fostering their professional growth within the company.
- Designing compensation and benefits packages that reward high performance across the organization.
- Maintaining the employee benefits program.
- Conducting employee performance evaluations.
- Fostering a positive workplace culture.
- Developing and implementing an employee wellness plan.
- Ensuring strong policies, systems, compliance, and practices are in place to meet the business needs and culture of the organization.
Safety Responsibilities: The HR Manager will effectively manage Nunacor’s safety programs to ensure the ongoing safety of Nunacor’s employees and customers. Specific duties include, but are not limited to:
- Establishing and fostering a culture of safety across all Nunacor companies.
- Ensuring ongoing legal compliance with safety regulations.
- Developing and maintaining all policies, procedures, and documentation required for the safety program.
- Conducting workplace inspections as needed.
- Identifying workplace hazards, conducting risk assessments, and implementing appropriate controls to mitigate risks.
- Managing and maintaining required employee training programs.
- Conducting internal audits as necessary.
- Identifying and addressing any non-conformities.
- Conducting thorough analysis of workplace incidents.
- Leading the organization’s Occupational Health & Safety Committee.
- Providing regular updates on safety program developments to the Senior Management Team.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar senior management role.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (preferred).
- OH&S Committee Training Certificate.
- Proven track record of strategic HR and safety leadership in a high-growth, dynamic environment.
- Expertise in organizational design, performance management, leadership development, and conflict resolution.
- A passion for people, safety, and workplace culture.
- Strong instincts for managing and developing talent.
- A positive attitude and a drive for continuous improvement.
- Ability to work well under pressure and handle multiple competing priorities.
Benefits and Perks:
- Competitive salary and benefits package, including employer contributions for retirement savings plans (RRSP or TFSA) and health and dental insurance.
- Flexible leave policy, including 20 vacation days, sick leave, cultural leave, and personal responsibility leave.
- Annual travel allowance and wellness bonus.
- A commitment to professional development, continuous learning, and opportunities for internal advancement.
Location: Happy Valley-Goose Bay, NL
Deadline to Apply: January 31, 2025
Start Date: As soon as possible