If you are looking for a positive work environment, a sense of belonging, purpose and happiness of human dimensions, where collaboration and continuous improvement are part of your day-to-day, and where you have a direct impact on the customer experience, you are at the right place

Omnitrans,

a

Fastfrate Group company , is seeking a

Principal Human Resources Business Partner

to join our HR team and support our Canadian and U.S. operations.

Reporting to the Vice President, Human Resources, this senior-level role combines strategic HR business partnership, total rewards leadership, talent management, employee relations, and team leadership. The successful candidate will partner with leaders to align people strategies with business priorities, strengthen organizational performance, and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and employee engagement.

This role also provides direct leadership, coaching, and development to the HR Advisor and HR Coordinator, ensuring consistent HR practices, effective prioritization, and high-quality service delivery across the organization.

We are looking for a pragmatic, business-minded HR professional who can navigate complex employee matters, lead key HR programs, and translate organizational priorities into impactful people initiatives.

Key Responsibilities Strategic HR Business Partnership

Partner with leaders to align HR strategies and practices with business objectives, organizational priorities, and applicable employment legislation.

Provide guidance on employee relations, performance management, organizational effectiveness, engagement, and workplace challenges.

Support leaders throughout the employee lifecycle, promoting accountability,



timely performance management, and a positive employee experience.

Advise on conflict resolution and organizational issues while fostering a respectful and productive work environment.

Analyze HR metrics, workforce trends, and KPIs to support informed decision-making.

Support organizational change, transformation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Oversee the effective use and continuous improvement of HR systems, ensuring data accuracy, process consistency, and reliable reporting.

Total Rewards & Performance Management

Lead the annual compensation review process and ensure salary decisions are aligned with performance outcomes, market competitiveness, and internal equity.

Oversee the annual Performance Management Process (PMP), ensuring consistency and timely completion across Canada and the United States.

Conduct job evaluations, market benchmarking, and internal equity analyses to support compensation decisions and organizational changes.

Develop and recommend competitive, sustainable compensation and benefits strategies aligned with business needs.

Lead annual group benefits renewals and manage relationships with benefits providers and other vendors.

Provide guidance and functional oversight to the HR & Benefits Advisor on benefits administration and complex HR matters.





Ensure compliance with Québec pay equity legislation and other applicable compensation and benefits requirements.

Develop and maintain compensation and perks policies, guidelines, and internal controls.

Prepare executive-level analyses and recommendations on compensation trends and total rewards programs.

Oversee health, wellness, and Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) initiatives.

Talent Development & Succession Planning

Support the development and implementation of talent management and succession planning processes.

Partner with leaders to facilitate talent reviews, succession discussions, and development planning.

Coordinate leadership development and training initiatives based on organizational priorities and identified skill gaps.

Monitor development plans and succession activities, tracking progress and follow-up actions.

Continuously improve talent management practices in response to business needs and organizational feedback.

Provide recruitment support during periods of high hiring volume.

Employee Engagement & Organizational Culture

Analyze employee engagement survey results and partner with leaders to develop and implement action plans.

Promote recognition initiatives aligned with organizational values.

Support programs that strengthen employee retention, collaboration, and accountability.

Contribute to a high-performance culture that balances operational excellence with employee well-being and respect.

Leadership & Team Development

Lead, coach, and develop the HR Advisor and HR Coordinator, establishing clear expectations and priorities.

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📌 Principal Human Resources Business Partner (Montreal)
🏢 Omnitrans
📍 Montreal