hr business partner.

In this human resources role, you will be the primary point of contact for the Calgary site, managing everything from day-to-day labor relations for a unionized workforce to high-level talent management strategies. You will play a critical role in maintaining a positive employee experience during a transitional period, reporting into a leadership structure that spans the Americas. This position requires someone who can "swim in an international environment" and take immediate ownership of HR operations. If you are a proactive HR Business Partner who thrives in a fast-paced, industrial setting, this human resources career path is designed for you.

Advantages
• Competitive hourly rate of $35.00 to $45.00 based on experience
• Strong potential for the role to transition from temporary to a permanent human resources position
• Opportunity to work with a global leader in the manufacturing industry
• Flexible work schedule (typically 8:30 AM to 4:30/5:00 PM) with a focus on deliverables
• Access to Randstad Professional’s expert recruiters and career coaching
• Experience working in a complex, international organizational structure
• Direct impact on the employee culture and operational success of a local site

Responsibilities
• Manage day-to-day labor relations, serving as the primary liaison for unionized and non-unionized staff.
• Lead the full talent management lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes.
• Oversee employee experience initiatives to maintain high morale and retention within the Calgary facility.
• Administer benefits and pension programs in collaboration with external providers like Sun Life and Mercer.
• Ensure compliance with provincial labor laws and internal corporate policies within the human resources framework.
• Utilize Workday and Dayforce systems to maintain accurate employee records and generate HR reports.
• Support the leadership team in the Americas by managing local HR operations autonomously.
• Facilitate the transition of HR duties and support upcoming negotiations and strategic projects.

Qualifications
• Proven expertise in labor relations and navigating collective agreements in a manufacturing setting.
• Proficiency in human resources information systems (HRIS), specifically Workday and Dayforce.
• Strong autonomy and the ability to work independently in a "solitary" HR role.
• Exceptional communication skills to interact effectively within an international corporate environment.
• Agility and adaptability to handle shifting priorities in a fast-paced industry.
• Strong administrative skills for benefits, pension, and payroll-related coordination.
• Ability to build trust and maintain confidentiality across all levels of the organization.

Summary
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Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

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