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*We kindly ask that all candidates interested in this position apply through Milton Hydro’s Career Centre. To access the Career Centre, please click on the link at the end of this job posting. Thank you.*
WHO WE ARE
Milton Hydro is on the threshold of an exciting transformation. The energy sector is experiencing dynamic change and opening doors for exciting new career opportunities.
Milton Hydro’s Vision is progressive and forward-looking – creating new customer and community possibilities for a smart, sustainable and electrified future. Our focus is on being customer-centric, where all employees work towards enhancing the customer experience.
WHY YOU WANT TO WORK HERE
We care about our employees, our community and growing our businesses. You are not just a number as we get to know the person behind the name and appreciate each individual’s unique contribution that supports our successes. Our focus is on delivering a sustainable, electrified future for our customers and community, through collaborative leadership and innovative solutions. Our belief system is based on respect, teamwork, communication and excellence in everything we do.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Director, People & Culture oversees Human Resources, Health & Safety and Communication functions within Milton Hydro. The role is primarily responsible for partnering with the business to design, develop and implement strategies that support employee and customer engagement, with a focus on building a high-performance culture. The incumbent will provide strategic HR & labour relations advice, maintain health & safety standards, improve business practices, lead complex projects and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and policies. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) the incumbent actively supports a ‘whole of organization’ approach by putting sufficient focus on: predicting & responding to customer needs; building an engaged employee culture; and, continually seeking better solutions through productivity, technology & innovation. The incumbent successfully influences organizational and cultural changes needed to achieve strategic objectives by cultivating commitment to change and helping employees overcome resistance to change.
WHO YOU WILL PARTNER WITH
This role is a key partner to the CEO’s Office, Executive team and will collaborate with Managers from all departments. The position leads the broader People & Culture team which is currently comprised of two Managers and a Coordinator.
KEY DUTIES
1. Monitor and ensure on-going progression of Milton Hydro’s health and safety culture and safe work practices in collaboration with the Health & Safety Manager.
2. Provide support to the Manager of Communications in the delivery of internal and external Communication projects, including company branding, public relation initiatives and social media presence.
3. Lead & manage all human resource functions through a business partnering service model to provide relevant and responsive frameworks and procedures to support the effective functioning of the business.
4. Ensure the CEO and Senior Team are kept informed of emerging issues and progress on key work plans, critical business decisions, and the status of established goals & objectives.
5. Contribute to the development of a collaborative high performing organizational culture by building employee and organizational capability, utilizing strategic recruitment and retention strategies to attract and retain top talent.
6. Provide sound and expert advice to leaders on operational people matters, risks, issues and trends to keep managers informed and supported including coaching managers in labour relations, employee engagement, and workforce planning issues.
7. Develop, implement and monitor systems, policies and procedures to ensure compliance with legislative requirements and standards.
8. Support the development of labour relations strategies and lead the collective bargaining process.
9. Develop, support and lead training and development programs and initiatives across the organization.
10. Provide leadership by setting clear work objectives, assessing performance, providing feedback, and development and coaching to build employee capability.
11. Manage complex workplace people issues including grievances, performance improvement, conduct and other investigations, disciplinary matters to support a harmonious and productive working environment.
12. Identify, analyze and review emerging people and culture policy issues and trends, review and interpret relevant areas of research and provide evidence-based and industry best practice recommendations.
13. Manage the annual performance evaluation and incentive pay programs, ensuring the program(s) integrity and that all leaders are setting objectives and reasonable measures of success, tied to both merit and incentive pay expectations.
14. Administer disability claims, group benefit and pension plans, and respond to employee and retiree inquiries as required.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
- Post secondary education in Human Resources Management or related field, or equivalent experience
- CHRP/CHRL preferred
- 10+ years of professional HR Generalist experience in a senior Human Resources role
- Minimum of 3 years prior supervisory experience
- LDC experience considered an asset
- Extensive labour relations experience, including the interpretation, application and administration of collective agreements and collective bargaining
- Experience working with C-Suite / Board of Directors
- Prior experience managing health & safety and/or communications functions a definite asset
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Strong negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills
- Proven organizational skills with ability to mange competing priorities and meet deadlines under pressure
- Ability to handle sensitive issues professionally and confidentially
- Skilled at inspiring a positive and values driven culture
- Strong research and analytical abilities
- Ability to architect strategy to create short and mid-term strategic plans
- Intermediate project management skills
- Demonstrated ability to prepare and deliver presentations and training materials at various levels
- Self-motivated and directed
- Strong attention to detail
KNOWLEDGE
- Knowledge of HR systems – prior use of ADP an asset
- Advanced knowledge of Ontario employment law including the Employment Standards Act, Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act
- Advanced knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety requirements as it relates to individual, organizational and operational requirements
APPLY TODAY!
Candidates interested in this position are invited to apply in confidence, by completing their application through the Career Center by end of business day, November 3rd, 2023. Please attach your resume and cover letter in .docx or .pdf format.
Career Center URL:
https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=4c0592a0-eed8-437d-8879-5b12a2bafd8a&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_CA
Milton Hydro is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a recruitment process that respects the dignity and independence of all candidates. Should you require accommodation at any stage in the recruitment, assessment or selection process please email [email protected]. We thank all applicants for their interest in Milton Hydro Distribution Inc., however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
