emergiTEL is hiring a HR Manager for our client in the Pulp & Paper industry. This is a Permanent role.

Location:
Corner Brook Pulp and Paper Mill – Corner Brook, Newfoundland, CA

Job Description (English)
Role:
Human Resources Manager

Salary Range:
$140,000-$160,000

Industry:
Pulp & Paper

Job Summary:

Responsible for ensuring the health and safety of all employees by driving initiatives that support the Zero Harm vision.

Serves as a member of the Senior Management Team and oversees all Human Resources activities supporting the Woodlands, Deer Lake Power, and Newsprint Mill divisions.

Health, Safety & Environmental Responsibilities:

Maintain a strong commitment to workplace safety and environmental stewardship.

Adhere to and promote company safety and environmental policies.

Support health and safety policies, procedures, and initiatives.

Ensure effective operation of the mill’s medical center and security team for both proactive and emergency response requirements.

Participate as a member of the Disaster Response Team.

Employee Relations Responsibilities:

Foster a positive work environment through effective administration of company policies and procedures.

Provide HR support and guidance to supervisors and managers on employee-related matters.

Support performance management and improvement plans.

Promote a respectful and equitable workplace through diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

Administration of Collective Agreements / Union Relations:

Maintain positive relationships and effective communication with union leadership.

Interpret and apply collective agreements.

Administer labour relations processes,



including dispute resolution, grievance handling, and arbitration.

Participate in disciplinary matters and performance improvement initiatives.

Lead collective bargaining activities.

Recruitment & Succession Planning:

Manage the site succession planning process.

Oversee recruitment activities for salaried employees.

Coordinate and conduct interviews, reference checks, assessments, and testing.

Manage employee development plans and performance appraisal programs.

Labour Oversight & Budgeting:

Oversee the development of labour and training budgets.

Establish, monitor, and support key performance indicators (KPIs), including labour utilization, overtime, absenteeism, and training metrics.

Employee Development:

Oversee employee training and succession planning programs.

Manage the training budget and training programs for the organization.

Direct Reports:

Human Resources Advisor

Human Resources Scheduler

Human Resources Coordinator

Occupational Health Nurse

Coach, develop, manage, and evaluate direct reports through the Employee Development and Performance Appraisal Review (EDPAR) process.

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Commerce with a major in Human Resources and Industrial Relations, or another relevant university degree.

Minimum 10 years of progressive Human Resources experience.

Certified Human Resources Skilled (CHRP) designation.

Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.

Proven problem-solving and analytical abilities.

Ability to act as a change agent and foster innovation and creativity.

Proficiency in computer applications and Microsoft Outlook.

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📌 HR Manager (Newfoundland and Labrador)
🏢 emergiTEL
📍 Newfoundland and Labrador