PEOPLE & ORGANIZATION BUSINESS PARTNER

The P&O Business Partner provides support to the assigned location(s) through recruitment and selection, talent management, labour and employee relations, and training. This position also assists in developing, implementing, monitoring and controlling programs and policies as well as supporting management in applications of HR programs. 

Tasks & Responsibilities: •Partner with the People & Organization team, Managers and Associates to effectively process administrative activities ranging from new hires, promotions, transfers, conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, terminations and questions regarding policies, programs and compliance issues. •Primary contact and resource for Associate and labour/employee relations matters and the support of Site and Regional Management. •Coach and mentor line Supervision and Management on performance and disciplinary matters including •termination. •Ensures best practices are followed by staying current with human resources legislation. •Provides counselling on attendance management, accommodation requests and performance issues •for all staff. •Implements strategies which are consistent with business focus. •Coordinates recruitment activities in collaboration with Schenker shared global service teams. •Conducts new Associate onboarding and orientations. •Provides counsel and partners with managers in the performance management process and the •execution of employee reviews, the creation of development plans and performance improvement plans. •Conducts exit interviews with the goal of identifying controllable behaviors that adversely affect turnover •statistics. •SME for all HRIS platforms and utilizes HRIS to generate regular and ad hoc reports ensuring fulfillment •of HR commitments. •Ensures that the policies contained in the Company's Policy Manual are followed. •Provides analysis and project management support on various human resources programs. Performs •work on HR projects as required.

Details/Specification/Explanation of the role specific skills: • Minimum Degree and/or Diploma in Business Administration and/or related discipline/experience, with an emphasis on Human Resources Management. • Minimum three years’ experience in a Human Resources generalist position. • Labour relations experience within a unionized environment is an asset. • CPHR designation an asset • Knowledge and understanding of labour and employment laws and regulations. • Strong customer service orientation and quick response attitude. • Excellent written and oral communication skills • Team player and relationship builder • Proven leadership and business acumen • Ability to work with a diverse workforce • Strong analytical skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet challenging deadlines • Strong attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment • Strong interpersonal skill and able to interact at all levels of the organization • Ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential information in a professional manner • Initiative and the ability to work independently and as part of a team • Proficient in Excel, Word and Power Point Schenker of Canada is proudly committed to ensuring equitable hiring practices and believes in giving each and every applicant an equal opportunity to succeed on his or her own merit. Schenker of Canada strives to ensure that all recruiting processes are non-discriminatory and barrier-free and will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. If you are selected to participate in our recruitment process, please inform either the recruiter or the hiring manager of the nature of the accommodation(s) that you may require. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.

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