Human Resources Advisor

Job description:

Reporting to the Director, Human Resources, the Human Resources Advisor will serve as HR generalist, supporting the full range of human resources activities for the Peterborough location and the new Brantford facility (July 2027).

The incumbent will provide trusted guidance to employees and managers and play an active role in administering HR programs and processes, as well as addressing employee relations matters.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an HR business partner to employees and managers, providing guidance on employee engagement, performance management, development, and labor relations;
• Lead recruitment activities for hourly employees in collaboration with hiring managers;
• Coordinate the onboarding and integration of new employees;
• Collaborate with the project team to support the establishment of the new Brantford, Ontario facility scheduled to operate in July 2027, including the development of employee recruitment, onboarding, and training plans;
• Contribute actively to the annual performance review and salary planning processes;
• Serve as a key point of contact for HR-related inquiries and advise managers on human resources policies, programs, and processes;
• Manage short-term and long-term disability cases, maintaining regular communication with employees, the insurance provider, and the relevant managers;
• Participate in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of human resources policies and procedures;
• Contribute to the creation and enhancement of HR tools and support special projects;
• Support the full employee lifecycle, including the creation, maintenance, and confidentiality of electronic personnel files;
• Prepare and distribute monthly HR reports.

Why do you fit the profile?

Successful teams share objectives, but also values! Beyond your skills, we are looking for someone who is motivated, positive, and ready to invest in the team. Your commitment to ethics and quality will make a real difference at ANDRITZ.

The ideal candidate should be willing to work in a complex, fast-paced environment, with evolving priorities. Result and solution-oriented candidates who follow through with ideas and commitments will perform well within ANDRITZ. As our projects have large scopes and often require years to be completed, your perseverance will be valued with us.

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources management, industrial relations, or a related field;
• CHRP designation is considered an asset;
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant HR generalist experience.
• Experience working in a unionized environment is mandatory.
• Experience with integrated human resources information systems, such as SuccessFactors and/or Workday, is considered an asset;
• Sound knowledge of employment and labor legislation, with demonstrated experience providing HR advice and guidance;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Bilingualism - English & French – would be an asset;
• Ability to travel between Peterborough and/or Brantford locations on a regularly scheduled basis.
• Strong commitment to internal client service and results;
• Demonstrated autonomy, sound judgment, problem-solving ability, and composure in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment;
• Excellent organizational and priority-management skills, with the flexibility to adapt to changing needs;
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills;
• Diplomacy, empathy, discretion, and a strong commitment to confidentiality;
• Positive and professional attitude.

Did you know?

ANDRITZ Canada is part of an international technology group with an extensive portfolio of sustainable products and solutions. ANDRITZ aims to make the greatest possible contribution to a sustainable future and help its customers achieve their sustainability goals. The group has around 29,800 employees and over 280 locations in more than 40 countries.

ANDRITZ is:

• Over 185 years of experience in turbine design
• Over 489,000 MW of installed and upgraded capacity
• Over 33 200 turbine units delivered
• Over 135 years in electrical engineering
• 65 representative offices worldwide
• More than 6100 employees worldwide including more than 600 in Canada
• Over 50 Compact Hydro units per year
• A complete range of designs up to 800 MW
• 20 manufacturing sites worldwide
• 20% of all turbines in operation worldwide