Human Resources Manager Greater Sudbury Utilities (GSU) is a diversified, community-owned group of companies providing essential services within the City of Greater Sudbury, West Nipissing and Barrie. With operations spanning electricity distribution, telecommunications, energy generation and water heater rental services, GSU brings together a diverse workforce supporting the communities we serve. We are committed to service excellence, innovation and continuous improvement, while fostering a workplace where employees can contribute, develop and succeed.

GSU is seeking an experienced and relationship focused leader to join our team as Human Resources Manager.

Reporting to the Vice President, Human Resources & Safety, you will lead the labour relations function while helping translate organizational priorities into practical HR strategies, programs and improvements. Working closely with HR colleagues, operational leaders and union representatives, you will provide trusted advice on complex workplace matters and help build relationships that support a positive and productive workplace.

This is an opportunity for a seasoned HR professional who brings strong labour relations expertise, sound judgement and a practical, solutions-orientated approach. As an operational leader of the Labour Relations and Human Resources functions, you will provide hands-on leadership to a small, collaborative team, overseeing the effective delivery of HR programs and services across the employee life cycle. Working closely with the Vice President, you will help advance HR priorities,



strengthen policies and practices and identify opportunities for continuous improvement. As a trusted advisor to supervisors and managers, you will support sound people decisions, help to build leadership capability and contribute to a positive workplace culture.

Working closely with the Vice President to oversee HR operations, ensuring effective, consistent and timely delivery of programs and services.

- Lead day-to-day administration and interpretation of collective agreements, providing guidance to management on labour relations matters;
- Manage grievances, workplace disputes and support collective bargaining through preparation, research and analysis.
- Support recruitment, onboarding, employee development, workforce and succession planning;
- Assist supervisors and managers to address workforce challenges, strengthen people management practices and support effective decision making;
- Review and enhance HR policies, procedures, systems and processes to improve service delivery, consistency and operational effectiveness.
- Support the VP with HR modernization and service consistency by simplifying processes and leveraging technology and data to improve HR planning, reporting and corporate initiatives.

A postsecondary degree or diploma in Human Resources Management,



Business Administration or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible experience.

- A recognized Human Resources qualified designation, preferably CHRL.
- Seven to ten years of progressive human resources experience, including significant labour relations experience in a unionized environment of comparable scale and complexity.
- Strong working knowledge of Ontario employment and labour legislation, human rights obligations and related regulatory requirements.
- Broad experience delivering HR programs and experience supporting organizational improvement, change management and the modernization of HR processes.
- Excellent communication, relationship management, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills, with sound judgement and the ability to navigate sensitive and complex workplace matters.
- Must be available to work overtime as required and respond to emergencies after hours.
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits, including life insurance, LTD and EAP
- OMERS defined benefit pension plan
- Ongoing training and development

The position (Human Resources Manager) must be in the subject line of your email.

This is not a test of intelligence, education, or experience — it simply helps us understand your work and communication needs.

GSU is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a recruitment process that respects the dignity and independence of all candidates. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities.

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