human resources manager

About the company

Casasanta is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead the organization?s human resources function at both a strategic and operational level. As a member of the Leadership Team, the Manager will provide leadership and direction on workforce planning, organizational development and HR initiatives that support long-term objectives. The position will also serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, ensuring HR practices comply with applicable legislation and align with business priorities.

Your tasks

This is a highly hands-on leadership position requiring the ability to move confidently between strategic decision-making and day-to-day HR operations. The successful candidate will oversee recruitment, employee development and the broader HR function while providing practical guidance to management and supporting effective employee and labour relations across the organization.

Human Resources Leadership and Operations

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the human resources function, aligning departmental priorities with organizational objectives.
• Advise the Executive Team and management on workforce planning, organizational development and complex HR matters.
• Lead the development and continuous improvement of HR policies, programs and procedures.
• Oversee employee records, departmental resources and the annual HR budget, ensuring appropriate confidentiality and legislative compliance.

Compensation and Benefits

• Develop, administer and evaluate compensation structures, job classifications and employee benefits programs, maintaining internal equity and market competitiveness.
• Partner with Finance to ensure employee compensation, benefits and payroll-related changes are accurately communicated and administered in accordance with employment standards and collective agreement provisions

Recruitment, Development and Employee Support

• Lead full-cycle recruitment and selection, including candidate assessment and onboarding.
• Oversee employee training, leadership development, recognition and wellness initiatives.
• Advise management on employee relations, performance concerns and workplace conflict resolution.
• Monitor employee engagement, turnover and absenteeism, addressing emerging workforce concerns.

Health, Safety and Disability Management

• Oversee workplace health and safety programs, policies and practices in accordance with applicable legislation.
• Manage disability claims, workplace accommodations and safe return-to-work programs.
• Work with management to identify and address workplace health and safety concerns.

Labour Relations

• Lead labour relations activities and maintain effective working relationships with union representatives.
• Interpret and administer collective agreements, providing guidance to management on contractual obligations and labour relations matters.
• Partner with the Executive Team on collective bargaining negotiations and agreement renewals.
• Manage grievances, workplace disputes and labour relations issues with consistency and sound judgment.

Requirements

Education and Certifications

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Human Resources Management or a related discipline.
• CHRL or CPHR designation in good standing with the applicable professional association.

• 7 or more years of progressive human resources experience, including at least 3 years in an HR management or leadership role within a manufacturing environment.
• Comprehensive experience managing the full sc