HR Manager Contract Term

City: Winnipeg, MB, Canada
Title: HR Manager Contract Term
Category: Management & Professional
EmploymentType: Permanent
Description:
Human Resources Manager Term Contract with potential to be extended another term

Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba

We are looking for an experienced HR professional to oversee all aspects of human resources for a busy, multi-site operation. This term leadership role combines both strategic initiatives and hands-on responsibilities to ensure effective people management, compliance, and workforce development across Canada and the United States.

Strong Manufacturing and labour relations are an asset

Pay, Perks and Benefits:
  • $100k range
  • Benefits day one of hire, including Health, dental and vision, Life, AD&D, short-term disability and a strong EAP program
  • Vacation and paid time off
  • Relocation to Winnipeg at your cost; however, our client is open to seeing candidates from other provinces wanting to move to Winnipeg for this role.
  • Strong likelihood of extension to be discussed at 1st interview
Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide leadership, coaching, and support to the HR team to ensure growth, accountability, and strong performance
  • Partner with department heads and supervisors on performance management, employee engagement, and staff development
  • Act as the main contact for union representatives, interpreting collective agreements, managing grievances, and supporting workplace investigations
  • Ensure compliance with Canadian and U.S. employment legislation, policies, and internal procedures
  • Oversee compensation programs, including salary reviews and benchmarking activities
  • Support recruitment efforts, onboarding, and workforce planning for both unionized and non-unionized groups
  • Organize employee engagement activities and recognition programs to strengthen workplace culture
  • Maintain organized HR records, reports, and documentation
  • Work closely with other HR departments
  • Travel as required to the USA. A Passport is required
  • A criminal record check will be completed before hire

Qualifications:
• Post-secondary education in HR, business, or labour relations
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including leadership responsibilities
• Strong background in union environments with experience interpreting agreements and managing labour relations issues


 
Company:
Staffmax Staffing & Recruiting