Manager, People & Culture - #1021

Company Description

Comco is an industrial control systems integrator and manufacturing company with 35+ years of experience in various sectors.  We work with different OEM control systems and also develop our own proprietary technology. We have large and small projects all over Canada and the US and have created a positive and dynamic culture that promotes skill development and career growth.

At Comco, we are driven to help our clients succeed. Their success, and ours, depends on the efforts of a strong, dedicated and highly professional team. Comco takes great pride in the incredible group we have assembled, and our people tend to move up rather than move on. That is because we are the type of company that is committed to giving our employees the tools, support, and opportunities to succeed both personally and professionally. As a member of the Comco team, you will be working in an atmosphere where you are supported to be your best each day and where you feel valued and respected.

Role Description

Summary:

This position is responsible for the overall leadership and effectiveness of People & Culture at COMCO Controls by providing strategic direction and oversight to the departments and sites across the Company. A focus of this role will be to plan and direct People & Culture operational initiatives, while ensuring adherence to all policies and procedures, motivating and leading by example, and supporting our learning culture while establishing a safe and welcoming work environment for all team members. The Director, People & Culture will spearhead and implement new initiatives that align with COMCO Controls’ strategic business objectives. The incumbent will also develop performance goals and actively participate in recruitment and hiring, talent management and engagement processes.

About the Role

Strategic Leadership:

  • Active member of the senior leadership team to support the advancement of the overall business goals and strategic plans
  • Implementing the people side of change, including changes to business processes, systems and technology, job roles and organizational structures
  • Developing, leading and implementing successful change management strategies to build on talent and culture while aligning change to overall business goals and creating plans to maximize team member engagement to shift internal culture
  • Outlining the role of the People & Culture function and priorities over the short, medium, and long term and overseeing the implementation of People & Culture strategic goals
  • Contributing to the company’s business strategy by framing issues and providing key insights and recommendations
  • Providing regular accurate reporting and metrics to the senior leadership

Functional Leadership:

  • Collaborating closely with other senior leaders and functions to ensure that People & Culture team, as a shared service, is delivered as required across all functions and divisions
  • Developing, Implementing, and overseeing a competitive Total Rewards Program for COMCO Controls divisions
  • Leading the development of HR programs, policies and procedures, standards, training, organizational development, recruitment, onboarding, performance and talent management, engagement, succession planning, employee, health and safety, and wellness, among other topics, and liaise with sites and departments to direct and assist with implementation of such at the site level
  • Promoting teamwork and collaboration among site teams including supporting the development of professional skills
  • Supporting all levels of the organization in the successful development of performance goals and feedback process
  • Developing and cultivating strong working relationships with all stakeholders, including leadership, team members at all levels and trade partners when required
  • Ensuring compliance with all relevant employment laws, health and safety and other statutory regulations
  • Managing other initiatives as required

Location:  Saskatoon

Reports to:  CEO

 

Qualifications

About You

  • Personifies COMCO Controls’ Core Values; Safety, Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork & Passion
  • Bachelor’s degree and/or Masters in Human Resources or suitable combination of education and experience
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in Human Resources management
  • Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) or other HR designation required
  • Minimum 5 years of experience with a proven track record of success as a strategic and creative organizational leader in roles that have involved responsibility for strategic HR
  • Proven track record of developing high performance cultures and directly contributing to the enhancement of overall business results
  • Deep subject matter expertise and a comprehensive understanding of progressive HR policies, strategies, processes, and related legal context
  • Demonstrated ability to influence the business at the operations level, working within a Shared Services environment
  • Proven expertise in the area of talent management and organization development with a track record of successfully implementing and sustaining these programs
  • Demonstrated experience in leadership and mentoring with strong interest in development and the success of others
  • Open and approachable leader who has proven their ability to be an exceptional influencer and who builds strong relationships
  • Excellent communication (written, verbal and listening), interpersonal and customer service skills with the presence and ability to develop productive relationships
  • Strong MS Office skills

What we offer:

  • A competitive salary
  • Inclusive work environment, free onsite parking and access to healthy daily snacks and team building activities
  • Work life balance
  • Support for professional fees, career development and stretch assignments for career growth
  • Paid time off; vacation, provincial recognized holidays and special leaves
  • Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
  • Flexible health spending account and comprehensive benefits package including matched pension, disability insurance, health and dental