Manager HR

Job Summary: Develops Human Resources policies and procedures. Originates Human Resources practices and objectives that will provide a balanced program throughout the facilities. Assists and advises senior management on Human Resources issues.

Responsibilities:

• Formulates and recommends Human Resources policies and objectives.
• Determines and recommends employee relation practices necessary to establish a positive employer-employee relationship and promote a high level of employee morale.
• Identifies legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting the Human Resources function.
• Monitors exposure of the company. Directs the participation of information requested or required for compliance.
• Approves all information submitted.
• Protects interests of employees and the company in accordance with company Human Resources policies and government laws and regulations. Approves recommendations for terminations. Reviews employee appeals through compliant procedure.
• Establishes wage and salary structure, pay policies, performance appraisal programs, employee benefit programs and services. Monitors for effectiveness and cost containments.
• Oversees standard recruiting and placement practices and procedures. Interviews executive-level candidates.
• Oversees in-house management training programs that address company needs across the campus.
• Defines all Human Resources programs, and authority/responsibility of Human Resources and line management within those programs. Provides necessary education and materials to line management and employees for workshops, manuals, employee handbooks, standards.
• Conducts a continuing study of all HR policies, programs, and practices through trend reporting analysis and metrics management to keep top management informed of new developments.
• Keeps Operations Manager informed of significant problems that jeopardize the achievement of objectives, and those which are not being addressed adequately at the functional management level.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills Requirements:

• 5 or more years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Mandatory working knowledge of local employment legislation inclusive of but not excluding IR & Labour representation matters.
• In-depth knowledge of Human Resources Practices and Procedures in all areas of the Human Resources Function. Management experience preferred.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree, First Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field preferred.
• Masters Degree preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Occasionally exert up to 10 lbs. of force to push, pull, lift or otherwise move objects. Have visual acuity to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data; and/or viewing a computer terminal. Speak, type and/or sit for extended periods of time. Consistent attendance is an essential function of the job.