About this role
JOB SUMMARY:
The ideal candidate will help enhance the organization's human resources planning, recruitment, on-boarding, training oversight, labour relations, performance management, health & safety, and implement human resources policies and practices. This role will report to the Regional (Area) Vice President, Operations, and the Canadian Corporate Vice President, Human Resources. The Regional/Area HR Manager will manage 5 direct reports, such as HR Specialists, Administrative Generalists who support the Region/Area. The successful candidate is also responsible for overseeing and managing several key programs and must be able to display effective interpersonal and leadership skills, such as when dealing with all levels of management, staff and customers.Distinguishing Characteristics: Primary job function is the management of general human resources matters at the Area level.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
A priority is placed on the Recruitment aspect of the HR portfolio, including working with District Managers to identify hiring needs, sourcing Candidates through various databases and social media, and ensuring close Leadership and oversight are provided to HR Specialists to ensure qualified Candidates are hired to fulfill timely job openings. This may include occasionally participating “hands-on” in order to meet Client staffing levels if there is short notice, or special events.
Direct oversight and management of the Recruiting, Screening, and Training Department for Western Canada
Participate in meetings to provide regular updates to the Area Vice-President and management team with regards to the status of all current openings and any issues filling vacancies.
Provides guidance to the various Branch Offices for recruiting, employee relations and personnel development initiatives as part of a comprehensive HR & recruitment strategy.
Possesses a working knowledge of using Human Capital Management Systems that assists in the Recruitment and on-boarding functions, as well as related HCM-people maintenance.
Provides management oversight and adherence to HR policies and procedures.
Serves as a liaison on HR initiatives and issues between HR Corporate, Area Office, Branches, and Shared Services functions, including Employee & Labour Relations, Compensation and Benefits, and Recruiting & Retention efforts.
Supports the recruitment team in building platforms that incorporate both traditional media, job fairs as well as non-traditional methods (social networking, networking events, etc.) to build a candidate pipeline matching the customer mix.
Provides management oversight/interpretation of HR policies and procedures, and the administration of the Union Collective Agreements.
Provides guidance to Branch management regarding coaching staff, retention and/or disciplinary matters.
Ensures compliance with Provincial legislation, WCB (including RTW Program), Health & Safety and applicable legislation; Manages the respective Area Return to Work Program. Tracks and manages the disability programs (Short and Long Term). Works in conjunction with Corporate HR in this area.
Investigates on site accidents and/or critical injuries.
Administers employee benefit plans at the local level.
Participates in payroll administration (and/or oversight), including the production of ROE’s.
Manages the Employee Recognition/Anniversary Program.Coordinates Health and Safety meetings and compliance and ensures OHSA is maintained. Prepares and posts JHSC minutes at branch.
Ensures required safety equipment is provided to Security Guards on-site when required.
Produces spreadsheets/reports pertaining to health and safety, and/or critical incidents.
Maintains good relations with the local Union representatives and advises support staff and operations management on the interpretation of collective agreements.
Reviews, investigates and responds to grievances; negotiates settlements of appeals and disputes with respect to grievances (may work with HR Corporate for escalated matters).
Works in conjunction with the National Corporate Human Resources Department for joint projects, National and Corporate Programs, Policies, and other initiatives, e.g. employee surveys.
Able to produce spreadsheets/reports pertaining to training, and recruitment tracking and monitoring. This also includes managing Recruitment Scorecard information in SharePoint.
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Human Resources Diploma or related bachelor’s degree (or equivalent), and seven (7) or more years of progressive Human Resources responsibility. Working within a union environment and dealing with Labour Relations is an asset. An HR Professional Designation is an asset, e.g., CHRP
A background in the Security or service industry is an asset, but not mandatory.
COMPETENCIES:
In-depth knowledge of effective HR practices and Western Canada legal/regulatory framework in a service industry environment.
Presentation and group facilitation skills including adaptation to various audiences such as front-line employees, management, and customers.
Ability to think strategically and develop innovative solutions.
Thorough knowledge of recruiting and on-boarding practices, techniques, and sources.
Excellent recruiting and interviewing skills.
Thorough understanding of standard office procedures and practices.
Ability to conduct counseling in routine disciplinary matters.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret various internal and external documents and reports.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedures in a clear and concise manner.
Ability to plan, organize, and display leadership skills in different situations.
Ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures.
Ability to maintain professional composure when dealing with emotional and/or confrontational circumstances.
Ability to carry out multiple assignments concurrently, and is results oriented.
Ability to be an effective team member and handle projects and deadlines responsibly.
Ability to adapt to a changing environment, whether internal or external driven.
Proficient in use of computers and various software applications including MS Word, Excel, Email, PowerPoint, and Oracle/HCM systems.
OTHER:
Experience managing staff; this role has 5 direct reports, such as HR Specialists, Administrative Generalists.
Occasional travel to other Western Canada locations may be required from time-to-time.
MINIMUM HIRING STANDARDS:
Education/Experience: Bachelor’s Degree and five or more years progressively responsible human resources experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job, as determined by the company. Additional relevant experience can be substituted for the required education on the basis of one calendar year of experience for one academic year of education.
Competencies (as demonstrated through experience, training, and/or testing): • Understanding of security operations. • Knowledge of laws and regulations related to HR. • Thorough knowledge of recruiting practices, techniques and sources. • Thorough understanding of standard office procedures and practices. • Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form. • Use of personal computer and standard office productivity software, including word processing and spreadsheet applications. • Excellent recruiting and interviewing skills. • Ability to conduct counseling in routine disciplinary matters. • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret various internal and external documents and reports. • Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedures in a clear and concise manner. • Planning, organizing, and leadership skills. • Ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures. • Ability to maintain professional composure when dealing with emotional or confrontational circumstances. • Ability to be an effective team member and handle projects responsibly. • Ability to adapt to changes in the external environment and organization. • Courteous telephone manner. • Strong customer and results orientation.
WORKING CONDITIONS (Physical/Mental Demands) With or without reasonable accommodation, requires the physical and mental capacity to perform effectively all essential functions. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include: • Maintaining composure in dealing with authorities, executives, clients, staff and the public, occasionally under conditions of urgency and in pressure situations. • Must undergo and meet company standards for background and reference checks and behavioral selection survey. • Required ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently. • Regular computer usage. • Handling and being exposed to sensitive and confidential information. • Use of vehicle required in the performance of duties. • Regular talking and hearing. • Occasional walking, reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling. • Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds. • Close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
TO APPLY
Please email your resume to HRCorpResumes@securitas.ca
The posting will remain open until filled.
Further information about the Company: www.securitas.ca
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Securitas employees come from all walks of life, bringing with them a variety of distinctive skills and perspectives. United through our common purpose, we provide the security needed to safeguard our clients' assets and people. Our core values - Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness - are represented by the three red dots in the Securitas logo. If you live by these values, we’re looking for you to join the Securitas team.