Posted Friday, March 27, 2026 at 4:00 AMJoin Swish as a Human Resources Business PartnerAbout Swish:Swish is a proudly Canadian, family-owned company that has been operating since 1956. From coast to coast, we help communities feel confident that the spaces where they work and live are clean, safe, and hygienic. We are Canada’s source for high-quality cleaning supplies and equipment, offering professional-grade, environmentally responsible solutions tailored to our customers’ needs. Our product and service categories include: Hand Hygiene, Surface Disinfecting, Kitchen, Laundry & Warewash, Floor Care & Matting, Cleaning Tools & Powered Equipment, Safety, PPE, and more. At Swish, our people are at the heart of everything we do.About the Role:The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) is a strategic partner to leaders across the Swish Group of Companies, responsible for strengthening leadership capability, driving performance discipline, and ensuring effective alignment of talent to business needs.A key focus of the role is to act as a trusted partner, proactively coaching leaders to address issues early, build leadership capability, and uphold consistent performance standards across the organization.Reports to : Director of Human ResourcesKey Responsibilities:Leadership & Employee RelationsCoach and support leaders on performance management, feedback, and accountability, building consistent leadership capability across the organizationAct as a trusted advisor to leaders, providing perspective and constructive challenge to drive strong people and business outcomesPartner with leaders to proactively identify and address performance, conduct, and team dynamics issues earlyProvide clear, practical recommendations on people-related decisions, balancing business needs, employee advocacy, and risk to achieve fair and effective outcomesAct as an advocate for employees while supporting leaders, balancing perspectives to develop fair, practical, and sustainable solutions to employee relations mattersProvide day-to-day employee relations guidance, including coaching leaders through complex and sensitive situations with confidence and consistencyLead and support workplace investigations, ensuring fair, consistent, and well-documented outcomesAdvise leaders on progressive discipline and terminations, ensuring sound judgment and risk mitigationReinforce leadership standards by holding managers accountable to consistent performance and people management practicesTalent & Organizational EffectivenessSupport and guide the annual performance review cycle to ensure consistency and quality across the organizationDrive ongoing talent evaluation, including Right Person, Right Seat alignmentPartner on workforce planning and organizational design, ensuring team structures, role clarity,



and cost alignment support business objectivesSupport succession planning by identifying high-potential employees and development opportunitiesIdentify leadership capability gaps and design and implement targeted development initiatives to strengthen leadership effectivenessProvide compensation guidance, including benchmarking and internal equity considerationsEngagement, Insights & ChangeLead the employee engagement strategy, including ownership of the eNPS program, driving survey execution, analyzing results, and providing actionable recommendations to improve engagement and retentionLeverage HR data and metrics (e.G., engagement, turnover, performance trends) to generate insights, inform decision-making, and proactively address organizational risks and opportunitiesLead and support the people-side of organizational change, including planning, stakeholder alignment, and execution to ensure successful adoptionCommunication & Cross-Functional CollaborationDevelop and deliver clear, concise, and well-crafted written communications for leaders and employees, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and messaging standardsEnsure consistent application and interpretation of HR policies, practices, and standards across the organizationCollaborate with cross-functional partners to align people strategies with business prioritiesMaintain alignment with the broader HR team to ensure consistency in approach, standards, and messagingPartner with and support the HR Operations function as needed, contributing to key initiatives, projects, and overall team executionWhat You Bring:Experience:5+ years of progressive experience in Human Resources, with strong exposure to Employee Relations and Performance ManagementProven ability to build trusted partnerships with leaders and influence without direct authorityDemonstrated experience handling complex employee relations matters, including investigations and terminationsExperience coaching leaders through performance, engagement, and organizational challengesStrong knowledge of HR practices and applicable employment legislationExperience working within an HRIS / HCM systemStrong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence at all levelsExceptional written communication skills, with the ability to craft clear, concise, and polished communications for diverse audiences, including executives, leaders, and employeesHigh comfort level with difficult conversations and conflict resolutionSound judgment, problem-solving,



and decision-making capabilityHighly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environmentStrong sense of ownership, urgency, and follow-through (high Say-Do ratio)Ability to balance business needs with employee experience and risk managementProficiency in MS Office and Google Workspace (Excel required)Education:Post-secondary education in Human Resources or a related field, or equivalent experience.Job Details & What We OfferA people-first companyMembership in the Swish family — we treat our employees with integrity and have since 1956The roleLocation: Peterborough, Ontario (On-Site or Hybrid)Salary Range: $65,000 to $80,000 annually (based on skills and experience)Variable compensation: Annual performance bonus eligibilityVacation: Starting at 3 weeksBenefits from Day 1Company-paid Extended Health & Dental CareCompany contributions to a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)Extras that matterRewards & Recognition program that celebrates great work and meaningful contributionsAccess to hundreds of employee discounts across home, wellness, travel, fashion, and moreUnlimited training and development with an industry-leading brand to help you grow your careerRole Information:Newly created role that evolved from an existing vacancyEqual OpportunitySwish is an equal opportunity employer offering a competitive compensation and benefits package, along with excellent opportunities for professional development and advancement within a growing Canadian organization.Accessibility & AccommodationSwish is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment and workplace experience in accordance with applicable human rights and accessibility legislation across Canada. Accommodation is available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process. Applicants requiring accommodation may contact Human Resources at any stage.Pre-Employment ScreeningSwish is committed to maintaining a safe and secure work workplace. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to complete background screening, including criminal record checks where permitted by law and where relevant to the position, or where required by client sites. For roles involving the operation of a company motor vehicle, a valid driver’s license and a satisfactory driver’s abstract will also be required.AI DisclosureSwish uses artificial intelligence technology to assist in the initial screening and assessment of applications. AI is used only as a support tool; no hiring decisions aremade solely by automated systems. All final hiring decisions are made by a human. We are committed to a hiring process that maintains the highest integrity and prioritizes a fair, positive experience for every candidate.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Human Resources Business Partner - C$65,000 - C$80,000 A Year (Madawaska Valley)
🏢 Swish
📍 Madawaska Valley