Director, Human Resources, Nairn Centre, Ontario

When you join our team as a Director, Human Resources , you will be the strategic business partner to the Vice Presidents of our Eastern Operations and our Vice President, Woodlands & Chief Forester and is responsible for providing HR leadership and day-to-day support to HR staff in the field across the Eastern region in Ontario, Quebec and New Brunswick comprised of 11 sawmills and 2 woodlands. This position will partner with operational leadership to deliver the region’s strategic HR activities, administer labour and employee relations events, and effectively implement HR programs and initiatives. This role is also connected to our HR Centres of Excellence and partners effectively with the corporate HR team and the Operational HR team. This role can be based out of our Nairn Centre or Timmins location.

What You’ll Do

• Key Accountabilities:

• Business Partner: Partner withoperational leadershipto align HR strategies to deliver operating results.

• Labour R elations: Responsible for negotiation and administration ofthecollective agreements inOntario,Quebecand New Brunswick.

• Corporate I nterface: Key interface withoperationsto the corporate HR group to communicate and coordinate key requirements for the region.

• HR Leader: Participateas an active member of the HR team in setting theHRpriorities/strategies for theregion.

• HR Service Delivery: Responsible fortheefficient use of theHR service delivery model to support the needs of the business.

• Talent & Succession: Develop talent and succession strategiestocreate robust pipelines of operational leadership.

• Compliance: Ensurecompliance (provincial, federal, etc.)with internal and external requirements.

• Partnerwithoperationsand corporate stakeholderstoensureahigh-performanceculture centered on safety and operational excellence.

• Buildandmaintaintrustworthy relationships with business leaders to develop strong operational and HR alignment.

• Assess the need for training programs relating to HR initiatives including recruiting, employee coaching,Learning & Developmentneedsand diversity/respectful workplace.

• Liaise with otherHR leaders to ensure consistent approach and delivery ofprograms.

• Build tools for front-line leaders to navigate and document labour and employee relations issues.

• Collect,analyse,and report out on key HR metrics.

• Lead employee and labor relations efforts within the region, including effective negotiations with organized labor groups to achieve common operational goals at each site.

• Lead and/or overseeconfidential investigations of issues as needed.

• Adviseand counselmanagement to prevent or resolveworkplaceissues; conductinvestigations asrequired,coach and support other leaders in conducting investigations,engagesupport when needed, and recommendappropriate solutions.

• Oversee strategic labour relations including assisting with labour negotiations, provide advice for Step 3 grievances, be the mainpoint of contactforarbitrationsandresponsible for collaborating between business leaders and legal representation.

• Work with safety leaders on issues that may have a direct impact on labour and employment issues.

• Provide advice and guidance and oversee the leave management and return to work process.

What You Offer

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, preferablyin Management/Human Resources

• Minimum of10-15yearsof human resources experience directly related to the duties of the position.

• Previous experience working with HR team members and employees working in geographically dispersed locations and ability to make HR policies and practices effectivein spite ofdistance.

• Strong organizational and project management experience preferred

• Prior experience inamanufacturingenvironment isrequired; lumber-specificor M&A integrationexperience is highlydesirable.

• ActiveCPHR,PHR or SPHR certification preferred.

• Intermediate to advanced levelproficiencyin MS Office Suite.

• Experience with Canadianlabourlaws (province specific experience is preferred).

• Ability to work in a matrix organization – partnering strategically with both Operations and Corporatefunctions.

• Ability to get involved in front-line issues while being able to speak professionally and strategically to senior leaders

• Demonstrated capabilities using HR systems, familiarity with ADP payroll,time & attendance programs,intermediate levelof capability in HRIS and report-writing.

• Ability to interact positively and productively (through written and verbal communication) across functions within the organization, within the Human Resources department,and with key external contacts.

• Ability toanticipate,identify, quantify, and resolve problems ina timelyand positive manner, viewing obstacles as opportunities to learn and grow.

• Ability to collect and analyze HR data and provide fact-based recommendations to management.

• Ability to effectively plan, organize and oversee day-to-day responsibilities of the function(s) assigned. Must also play an active role in helping to define long-termobjectives.

• Ability to consistently meet deadlines, completing projects as previously defined while deliveringaccurateandhigh-qualitywork products.

• Ability to travel throughout the regionand to Interfor corporate offices in Canada and the US.

Who We Are

Interfor is a growth-oriented forest products company, operating in all major forest products markets across North America. We offer one of the most diverse lines of wood products to customers around the globe, produced in safety-focused, world-class facilities. We strengthen and contribute to the local economies, build value for our employees and customers, and operate with world-leading sustainable forest management practices. We are proud to produce sustainable building materials that contribute to a healthy and sustainable future. Check out www.interfor.com to learn more about our approach to sustainability.

Interfor is one of the largest forest products companies in the world and we’re growing in exciting directions. Come be a part of our success! #StartHereGoFar

What We Offer

Interfor builds value for our employees by providing a career where they can contribute, grow, and prosper. We offer a competitive salary, based both on what you bring to the role and benchmarked to market conditions. You’ll also get a competitive benefits package including:

Canada:

• Extended Health & Dental

• Short Term Disability Insurance

• Long Term Disability Insurance

• Life and AD&D Insurance

• Additional (Employee Paid) Life Insurance

• RRSP Matching Plan

• Participation in our Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP)

• Paid Vacation

• Employee Assistance Program

We want you to grow your career with Interfor. With our industry leading training programs and track record of promoting from within, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to ‘Start Here. Go Far.’ Check out our Employee Development Programs to learn more at www.interfor.com/careers .

We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants offered a position must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test and background check. Interfor is an Equal Opportunity Employer building a capable, committed, diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.