HR Manager (People & Culture Manager)Location: Edmonton area or near High Level or Entwistle, AB (regular site travel required)Salary Range: $100,000 - $130,000At Drax, we’re working to create a more sustainable future through renewable energy, and our people are central to that work. In Canada, we’re building a high-performing, modern HR function to better support our operations. We’re looking for an experienced HR Manager to join our Alberta team, with the opportunity to take on additional site support in BC as the role evolves. You’ll report to the HR Director, Canada, and work with colleagues across our US and UK teams as part of a broader global HR network. Locally, you’ll partner directly with leaders and employees at the site while also contributing to how HR continues to evolve across the business. If you enjoy being close to operations, managing a full range of HR responsibilities, and working in an environment where no two days are the same, this is a role where you can make a meaningful impact.About the RoleYou’ll be the primary HR partner for your sites, supporting everything from employee relations and performance management to workforce planning, engagement, and policy application. Alongside your day-to-day work, you’ll partner with a centralized team of specialists in Talent Acquisition, Talent Development, Total Rewards, and HR Governance & Analytics to deliver broader HR initiatives. The pace is fast, and the work is varied. Leaders will look to you for guidance, often in real time, and you will play an important role in helping them navigate people decisions with confidence. Some leaders are experienced, while others are still developing their capability, and you will spend time coaching and supporting them in practical ways. There will be times when priorities shift, and the workload is high. Success in this role comes from staying organized, maintaining sound judgment, and continuing to move work forward even when things are moving quickly.You’ll also play a key role in strengthening employee engagement and contributing to a workplace where people feel supported, treated fairly, and able to do their best work.Key ResponsibilitiesHR Partnership and Site Support (Core Focus)Act as the primary HR contact for assigned sites, supporting leaders and employees across the full employee lifecycleBuild strong relationships through regular onsite presence and day-to-day interactionProvide practical,



timely HR advice that aligns with operational needsManage a broad range of HR responsibilities with a high level of autonomyProfessionally navigate unique, complex employee situations with confidentiality, sensitivity and careEmployee Relations and Leader SupportLead employee relations matters, including investigations, discipline, performance management, and terminationsEnsure a consistent and fair approach, supported by clear documentationSupport leaders who are still building their capability by providing practical guidance and hands‑on supportCoach supervisors and managers through day‑to‑day people management and more complex situationsDisability and Return-to-Work SupportLead return‑to‑work and accommodation planningCoordinate disability‑related processes and ensure timelines and requirements are metWork with leaders to implement practical and sustainable solutionsCulture, Engagement and Team EffectivenessPartner with leaders to build a positive, inclusive, and high‑performing work environmentSupport employee engagement initiatives and help turn feedback into clear, actionable plansContribute to creating a workplace where employees feel supported, respected, and able to do their best workReinforce consistent and fair people practices across teams and sitesHR Programs, Systems, Projects and Continuous ImprovementSupport the rollout of key HR initiatives, including policy updates, workforce programs, and hiring improvementsBe confident in how to use our HRIS system and process employee changes and data updates within the system on a regular basisPartner with specialist teams to ensure new programs are understood and effectively applied at the site levelIdentify opportunities to simplify processes and improve how HR is deliveredContribute to the ongoing development of a more effective and modern HR functionWorkforce Planning and Talent SupportPartner with leaders and Talent Acquisition on hiring needs and workforce planningSupport talent discussions and calibrations, development initiatives,



and succession planningProvide input on team structure and resourcing decisionsA Typical Week in the HR Manager RoleIn a typical week, you might be on‑site supporting a supervisor through a performance issue, advising a leader on a sensitive situation, partnering on a hiring need, and working with the broader HR team to implement a new process or program. The week looks the same. The role requires you to stay flexible, focus on what matters most, and keep things moving forward.What You BringEducation and CredentialsBachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field is requiredCPHR or SHRM designation, or progress toward a designation, is strongly preferredExperience and Expertise5–7 years of progressive experience in an HR generalist, HRBP, or HR Manager role, ideally in industrial, manufacturing, or natural resources environmentsStrong HR generalist knowledge across the full employee lifecycle, including employee relations, investigations, performance management, and talent processesExperience managing complex employee relations matters independently within a multi‑site organizationExperience with collective agreement administration, grievance handling, and bargaining support is preferredStrong interpersonal judgment, communication skills, and the ability to build trusted relationships across all levels of the businessValid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the ability to travel regularly to assigned sitesLeadership and Delivery StrengthsAbility to manage a varied caseload, balance competing priorities, and deliver practical solutions in a fast‑paced environmentConfidence coaching leaders through difficult conversations, investigations, performance discussions, and organizational changeStrong organizational skills, sound judgment, and a collaborative approach to delivering people initiatives and business outcomesBenefitsCompetitive compensation and annual incentive opportunitiesComprehensive health and dental coverage from day oneRRSP matching programFlexible work arrangements within BC and AlbertaOpportunities for professional growth and developmentA supportive, team‑oriented environment where your contributions are valuedMeaningful work that supports the transition to a more sustainable energy futureOur ValuesWe care about what mattersWe’re a can‑do kind of placeWe see things differentlyWe listen carefullyWe do what we say we’ll do#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Hr Manager (People & Culture Manager) - C$100,000 - C$130,000 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Drax
📍 Winnipeg