Senior HR Business Partner
at Seaspan

Job Description

The Senior HR Business Partner (SHRBP) works in the Human Resources team and supports the delivery of Seaspan's People strategies to the Vancouver Shipyards. The SHRBP partners with their assigned business unit(s) to provide in-depth expertise, advice and coaching on complex HR issues, organizational effectiveness, leadership, performance, change management and employee relations.

Note: This position qualifies for an optional hybrid work schedule after 90 days of onsite work and onboarding. Employee will be subject to the terms of the Flexible Work Policy Agreement.

What you'll do

• Collaborates with the HR team to build and implement standard processes relating to attraction, retention and development of employees based on understanding of operational requirements, research and technical expertise.
• Provides coaching and guidance to business leaders on their interpretation and execution of HR policies and programs such as performance management, compensation, change management, organization and job design.
• Drives workforce forecasting and planning at the Business Unit level to capture the requirements of Human Resources to meet evolving strategic objectives and advises managers in developing business plans for position development and recruitment.
• Partners with business leaders and HR team members to find opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Coaches managers and supervisors on standard processes for performance management and development plans.
• Responsible for case management of sensitive or complex issues such as harassment, respect in the workplace or disciplinary investigations and employee terminations; while partnering with the Employee Relations (ER) team to ensure legal and regulatory compliance and providing the necessary documentation and reports to transfer cases to the ER team for determination.
• Proactively collects requirements and identifies issues for the business unit; then designs strategies with internal stakeholders soliciting support and information from HR team members to get resolutions which meets the objectives and goals of the business and Human Resources.
• Implements initiatives to improve the Company's diversity and representation of designated group members.
• Acts as a role model, guides and advises the HR Generalists and HR Business Partners.
• Other related duties as assigned.

• A degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or equivalent, Masters preferred.
• CPHR Designation or acquiring is considered an asset.
• A minimum of 8 years work experience in a dynamically responsible role as HR Business Partner, Senior Advisor, Consultant or Senior Generalist role in a complex unionized environment.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Knowledge of HR best practices in recruitment, compensation, performance management, succession planning, orientation and workforce planning.
• Customer service orientation and a results focused, can-do attitude.
• Strong critical thinking, problem solving, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to understand and balance Human Resources, business unit, Seaspan and employee needs and interests.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to optimally deal with multiple stakeholders and confidential/sensitive information.
• Initiative, creativity and integrity.
• Strategic outlook to support the objectives and goals for both the HR Department and the Business.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently, as required.
• Excellent knowledge of federal and provincial legislation including the Canadian Human Rights Act, Employment Equity Act, Canada Labour Code, Employment Standards etc.

• This is a full-time, permanent position. With multiple operations and long-term projects, Seaspan employees enjoy job stability as we look ahead to build ships for decades to come.
• In addition to an annual bonus and pension plan matching, this role provides you a very competitive salary in line with the successful candidate's experience.
• Parking is included and to assist those that are using transit, we operate a complimentary shuttle bus Monday through Friday with various pick up and drop off points around North Vancouver.
• We also provide a best-in-class health and wellness benefits package for this position, including such things as full health care (e.g. unlimited physiotherapy), dental, vision, life insurance, medical leave coverage, parental leave coverage, childcare benefit partnership, wellness/fitness reimbursement for memberships or registration fees, free on-site gym, and an Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

The estimated salary for this position is $103,500-$126,500. In determining final salary, Seaspan considers many factors including the successful Candidate's skillset and experience as well as position location and internal equity. The final base salary offer will be at the Company's sole discretion and presented as part of a competitive total compensation package.