Human Resources Business Partner

GFL Environmental Inc. • Grand Rapids, MI

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking for a Human Resources Business Partner to act as a key front-line resource, bridging the gap between our HR protocols and operational success. In this role, you will be a critical partner to management, navigating unionized environments, leading change initiatives, and driving data-backed people strategies.

Requirements

• 3+ years of progressive HR experience, with a proven track record in large, complex, and unionized environments.
• Post-secondary education in Human Resources + CPHR/SHRM designation (or equivalent).
• Proficiency with Google/Microsoft Office suites and experience with HRIS systems (Workday is highly preferred).
• Exceptional ability to write professional documentation, including policies, labor briefings, business cases, and corporate communications.
• Ability to travel to various sites as required (approximately 30% of the time).
• Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required.
• Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead regional/organizational change and project management initiatives.
• Partner with HR shared services to analyze data on staffing, turnover, absenteeism, and productivity to provide actionable fiscal insights.
• Actively collaborate with relevant teams throughout all stages of M&A activities.
• Take the lead on national-scope HR projects and own the operationalization of initiatives.
• Serve as a critical voice in grievance meetings and arbitrations.
• Actively participate in collective agreement negotiations and support the development of union proposals.
• Conduct thorough, objective investigations to resolve complex employee and labor relations issues.
• Provide expert counsel to operational leaders on policy interpretation, performance management, and coaching.
• Facilitate programs that foster open communication and problem-solving to improve employee relations.
• Build strong partnerships with functional leaders to ensure HR initiatives align with organizational goals.

Benefits

• We believe in great careers, making a positive impact on the environment and supporting our people with their life ambitions.
• We aspire to create the right jobs in a way that brings you along with us.
• At GFL, growth isn’t just for our business—it’s for our people.
• We consider our employees’ personal goals, helping them create the career, and life, that they desire—whether it’s advancing in their job, learning new skills, forming lasting relationships, or mentoring others, while having time to pursue other life ambitions.
• With safety and sustainability at the core of what we do, we all come together to form “Team Green”—united by our shared purpose to provide environmental solutions that enable our customers and the communities we serve to be Green For Life.
• We’re proud to say that working for GFL is more than a job.
• It’s an opportunity to make a difference and grow tremendously along the way.
• Regardless of the work we’re doing today, we’ve got our sights set on the big picture—not just tomorrow, but for life.
• GFL empowers those looking for growth in their career and lives, whether that's on our Field Operations teams or Professional Services teams.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees