Senior Human Resources Business Partner in New Liskeard, Canada

Senior Human Resources Business Partner

Subsidiary: Miller Paving Limited

About Us

The Miller Group, a subsidiary of Colas Canada, is a Canadian leader in the construction and maintenance of transportation infrastructure since 1917.

We provide exceptional customer service and operational support using our time-proven construction methods and innovative technologies, alongside the highest quality products and materials.

We leverage our global network to foster positive relationships that make a lasting difference in the communities where we live and work. Whether it is making your commute more efficient, keeping our communities safe, or making remote areas more accessible, at Miller we are proud to Build Greatness in everything we do.

Summary

The Senior Human Resources Business Partner provides broad HR support to our business units located in Northern Ontario. Partnering with business leaders and managers, the SHRBP will develop people solutions that help support the achievement of the business group strategy, while ensuring alignment to corporate HR objectives. They will work with the assigned HRBP and all levels of management to pro-actively facilitate favourable business outcomes through effective HR strategies .

Main Responsibilities

• What does Senior HRBP do?

  Workforce Planning

  • Partner with division leaders on strategic plans and annual plans at the Business unit level

• Translate business needs into short (1-2), medium (2-3) and long range (3-5) workforce plans

• Develop and update job profiles proactively in collaboration with Integrated Talent Management and develop recruitment strategy for upcoming roles

Talent Attraction, Recruitment & Selection

• Evaluate the alignment of recruitment needs with workforce plans

• In collaboration with Integrated Talent Management, develop competency – based interviewing and scoring framework, schedule and hold interviews, negotiate and roll out offers

Onboarding

• Prepare a role specific onboarding plan for each individual salaried hire and hourly hires in key roles in collaboration with Operations Managers

• Work with Integrated Talent Management to design programs to enable faster integration of new/diverse talent

• Assist with mass orientations of winter and summer recalls/ new hires

Employee Development

• Analyze talent evaluation and performance reviews to identify high potentials and high performers, strengths, development needs and gaps at individual and business level

• Support and coach operations managers through performance management and talent evaluation cycles (systems and process)

• Develop individual development plans (IDPs) in collaboration with Integrated Talent Management. Track completion of action items through regular check ins with all stakeholders

Retention & Engagement

• Develop action plans for annual engagement surveys that will optimize strengths and alleviate deficiencies to strengthen Miller’s position as an employer of choice

• Monitor action items and ensure they are closed within the allocated time

Safe & productive work environment

• Support the HRBP as a resource with best practices and interpretation of policies and contracts in collaboration with external and internal support groups like HSE, WSIB, Legal

• Complete ownership of all employee investigations to manage legal liability through due process

Change Management

• Anticipate business challenges and proactively adapt HR delivery to support the change in collaboration with Business, HRM, Talent and employee experience teams

• Identify best practices across business units and ensure consistent application across all groups

Corporate Governance

Profile

• A degree or diploma in Business Administration and/or a Human Resources related discipline. CPHR designation is preferred

• 7+ years of relevant HR work experience within a Human Resources department with at least 5 years in an HR Generalist capacity

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and experience with HRIS

• Ability to influence, establish rapport and work with a diverse group of senior management and staff within a variety of businesses, as well as with management and staff in business unit head offices and corporate office

• Proven experience working with both structured and unstructured organizations and matrixed environments

• High energy, a strong work ethic, resilience, and versatility with a results orientation

• Knowledge and experience with Labor relations, employment standards and human rights legislation

• Ability to travel. Valid drivers’ license and car to effectively support the travel requirements of the job

Culture

At Miller, we want every employee to feel connected, where creativity and innovation thrive, and your contributions make a real impact. Our supportive and inclusive atmosphere encourages open communication, ensuring every team member feels heard and valued. With a commitment to flexibility, opportunities for professional development, and a shared passion for excellence, we are more than just colleagues – we are a community dedicated to Building Greatness together.

If you are seeking a workplace that values employees, challenges you to reach new heights, and celebrates your achievements, Miller is the place for you. Build your career with us!

Miller is proud to provide this unique career opportunity, we offer continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package. At our core; we are our people. We succeed because we respect our people and invest in their development, safety and well-being. Miller is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that diversity and inclusion are key attributes to building greatness. Miller’s core values of Integrity and Community welcomes everyone, at work and in the community, and our value of Accountability, means that we own our actions, our decisions and our results. As a Miller employee, this will ultimately be your commitment to our inclusive culture.

We will contact candidates selected for an interview. Accommodation for applications with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.