Human Resources Business Advisor - Vancouver

NAV CANADA•Vancouver, BC

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Human Resources Business Advisor role provides guidance and advice on the administration, interpretation, and application of a wide range of human resources policies, procedures, processes, and compliance. This role works closely with People Managers at all levels of management within the Vancouver Flight Information Region (FIR) on HR-related matters in the areas of Organizational Effectiveness, Talent Acquisition & Organization Health, Total Rewards, Labour Relations (LR), and Human Resources (HR) Operations. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced and challenging environment, has a passion for building and refining processes and practices, is strong in influencing and mentoring others, and can gain trust and build strong relationships with leaders and employees. They are confident, can have tough conversations when needed, are efficient with great time management skills, tactical, use good judgment, and are comfortable collaborating to find solutions.

Requirements

Bachelor degree or equivalent in Human Resource or a related field, or professional Human Resources certification
3 to 5 years experience in a similar role
Experience in performing investigations and report writing
Experience in a unionized environment.
Thorough understanding of HR best practices and strategic programs
Thorough understanding of Labour Relations and legislated requirements
HR systems experience, such as Workday.
Experienced MS Office User (Word, Excel, Sharepoint, One Note)
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Ability to apply HR knowledge / experience across all HR policies, programs, processes, and functions
Strong HR analytical skills
Demonstrated internal consulting and advisory capability
Proven ability to exercise sound judgement and discretion
Ability to coach employees and managers through difficult situations

Responsibilities

Partners with the HR Business Partner to assist the Vancouver FIR to meet its strategic goals and objectives through management and enhancement of existing HR programs and practices, and implementation of new programs and procedures that reflect best practices, legislative requirements and NAV CANADA’s corporate culture.
Participates in corporate and regional projects or initiatives that have significant impact on organizational policies and organizational change within the region.
Works daily with local Managers to provide coaching and effective implementation of NAV CANADA programs.
Supports the HR Business Partner on proper and consistent application of corporate policies and practices.
Interprets applicable policy/program or practice and complex collective agreements related to organization restructures, staffing policies, procedures and processes.
Provides support to HRBP by participating in complaint stage discussions with employees and union partners aimed at resolving employee and union concerns.
Provides research and recommendations to assist HR Business Partner with investigations and resolution of employee relations matters.
Conducts research and analysis using internal and external resources to gain insight of current program/project, processes and practices to assist management.
Participates on other HR or cross-functional teams and projects as required.
Partners with the Centres of Excellence (CoEs) to support the learning and development needs of the region based on the performance assessments of employees.
Understands and interprets Employment Legislation in order to support and guide compliance with the Canada Labour Code, Human Rights Act, Employment Equity Act, Privacy Act, etc.
Maintains a network of internal and external contacts to regularly benchmark and remain current on demographics, future trends and developments related to talent acquisition, government standards, industry practices, legislation, guidelines and programs related to HR.
Participates in external networking events, associations and career fairs to promote the NAV CANADA brand.