Job Description
*Location: Calgary, AB (on-site / flexible hours)*
Our client, a fast-paced and seasonal organization, is seeking an experienced
Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP)
to support frontline operations and partner closely with leadership. This role is highly operational, with a strong focus on employee relations, workforce fluctuations, and supporting managers through complex people situations.
Key Responsibilities
Employee Relations \& Operational Support
- Act as the primary HR contact for managers on all employee relations matters (conflicts, performance, terminations, resignations).
- Conduct and manage employee investigations (\~2 per week on average).
- Coach managers through complex people issues and workplace conflicts.
- Support high-volume onboarding, offboarding, and seasonal workforce transitions.
Workforce \& Business Support
- Support a highly seasonal workforce scaling from \~900 to 1700 employees.
- Manage high employee movement, including layoffs, rehires, and internal changes.
- Ensure accurate updates in HRIS (promotions, salary changes, organizational updates).
- Partner with payroll on compensation-related inquiries.
HR Systems \& Projects
- Support adoption and optimization of the newly implemented HRIS (ADP).
- Contribute to HR process improvements and innovation initiatives.
- Collaborate with internal teams (TA, Training, Safety, WCB) to ensure seamless operations.
Qualifications
Experience
- 5–15+ years of HR experience, ideally in a
HRBP or Generalist role
.
- Strong background in
employee relations and manager coaching
(must-have).
- Experience in
high-volume, operational environments
(e.g., oil\&gas, construction, industrial, blue-collar workforce) strongly preferred.
- Proven ability to handle complex, fast-paced, and ambiguous situations.
Education
- Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
Technical Skills
- Experience with
ADP or another HRIS system
(strong asset).
- Solid knowledge of HR best practices, employment standards, and workplace investigations.
- Comfortable using HR systems and supporting system-related transitions.
Profile \& Personality
- Highly
reactive, hands-on, and solutions-oriented
.
- Strong resilience and ability to manage challenging situations calmly.
- Comfortable working with
blue-collar workforces
and operational leaders.
- Excellent communication and influencing skills.
- Able to quickly understand business structure and adapt to changing priorities.
Work Environment
- Schedule:
8:00 am – 5:00 pm (flexible: 7:00–4:00 or 9:00–6:00).
- Model:
Primarily on-site to support operations.
- Fast-paced, high-volume, and operationally driven environment.
Compensation \& Benefits
- Salary:
$80,000 – $105,000 (depending on level of experience)
- Bonus:
eligible
- Benefits:
immediately available
- RRSP:
6% employer contribution (after 1 year, negotiable)
- Vacation:
3 weeks + office closure during Christmas/New Year
- Additional perks include shortened hours during long weekends