Senior Human Resources Business Partner Brief Overview: The Senior Human Resources Business Partner reports to the Director, Human Resources and will be responsible for a variety of HR related responsibilities. The incumbent will support in the following areas: Employee & Labour Relations, Performance Management, Health & Safety, Learning & Development, and other HR programs. The Senior Human Resources Business Partner reports to the Director, Human Resources and will be responsible for a variety of HR related responsibilities. The incumbent will support in the following areas: Employee & Labour Relations, Performance Management, Health & Safety, Learning & Development, and other HR programs. Employee & Labour Relations: Collaborates with employees at all levels of the Company to resolve Employee Relations issues. Provides mediation and conflict resolution support to address and resolve performance issues. Resolves conflicts between management and employees, and/or between individual employees. Ensures compliance with applicable federal/provincial/municipal laws, regulations, rules, standards, and guidelines. Review existing and forthcoming legislation to determine HR impact on the organization; make recommendations regarding legislation. Coordinate and/or conduct investigations and recommend appropriate corrective action. Reviews existing and new Collective Agreements and provide interpretation and guidance as needed Performance Management Responsible for the Performance Review Program and provides support to managers and employees throughout the process. Provides training and coaching on performance management. Recommends new policies and procedures to affect company improvements and organizational efficiencies. Ensure that all relevant policies, procedures, practices, processes, and systems meet corporate requirements and comply with applicable legislation. Supports managers in performance improvement plans, counsel and assist with employee discipline up to and including termination. Provides support and guidance on Employee Engagement improvement plans to managers. Health, Safety & Employee Wellbeing Evaluate, and update Management's occupational health and safety policies, procedures, and programs. Review occupational health and safety legislation, amendments, and best practices to optimize occupational health and safety programs. Effectively manage return to work programs, working closely with the employee, his/her supervisors, and the insurance company. Provide advice and guidance to managers and supervisors for the return of injured employees (as soon as possible) to productive work following an injury. Learning & Development Provide insights on Learning & Development needs based on employee and corporate goals and performance initiatives. Assist in the development of learning programs for soft skill, leadership and health, safety & wellbeing programs. Deliver training presentations, curricula, and course materials as needed. Coordinate and organize Learning & Development programs around Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives. Other Duties Participates in HR Strategic plan and the development of HR Programs. Supports and participates in all Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives. Assists the Director, Human Resources with a variety of HR duties, re: legislative, special assignment, etc. Participate in the recruitment and onboarding process, as needed. Assist with other duties and projects, as assigned. Travel to sites on a regular basis to ensures programs are aligned with field needs. Requirements Education and Experience Requirements: Post-secondary education in Human Resources Management along with 5 – 8 years of relevant experience. A CHRP/ CHRL designation or working towards a CHRP/ CHRL designation is an asset. Minimum 5 years' experience with Employee & Labour Relations and occupation health and safety management. Proficient knowledge in Microsoft office products including Excel, Word, Outlook Working knowledge of a HRIS/ HRMS is an asset. Working knowledge of SharePoint and an Intranet site is an asset. Previous experience in the Construction Industry is an asset. Knowledge & Skills: Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality. Knowledge of current employment, health & safety, human right laws. Knowledge of occupational health and safety management, applicable federal, provincial, and municipal regulations/legislation, Workplace Safety & Insurance Act, the Occupational Health & Safety Act and its regulations and applicable Human Rights Knowledge of WSIB/WCB/STD/LTD processes and procedures, including WSIB/WCB claims management and related legislation. Sound work ethic, planning, prioritization, and execution skills Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills Effective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy Excellent communication skills, strong customer service orientation and a positive team attitude Adaptable and flexible in a continuous changing work environment. Proven ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills. Tact, diplomacy, flexibility, listening and persuasion skills.