Human Resource Advisor
Winnipeg, MB
Manitoba Hydro is consistently recognized as one of Manitoba's Top Employers! We are a leader among energy companies in
North America, recognized for providing highly reliable service and exceptional customer satisfaction. Join our team of Manitoba's
best as we continue to build a company that champions safety, supports innovation, and delivers on our commitment to customer
service - while actively fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace reflective of the communities we serve.
Great Benefits
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Defined-benefit pension plan for long-term financial security.
- Nine-day work cycle, typically resulting in every other Monday off to support a balanced approach to work, family life and
community.
Position Overview:
Under the general direction and guidance of the Senior Human Resource Business Partner, the Human Resource Advisor serves as
a trusted partner and consultant to business leaders, providing guidance on day-to-day HR matters. Acting as a liaison between the
business and the People, Safety, Health & Wellness team, the Advisor supports the implementation of HR programs and services,
promotes enterprise initiatives, and shares business insights to ensure alignment between people strategies and organizational
objectives. As the first point of contact for leaders across the enterprise, the Advisor fosters a culture of engagement and positive
employee relations, while coaching and advising leaders to enhance workforce performance, organizational effectiveness, and
change management. The Human Resource Advisor proactively identifies patterns and root causes of HR issues, recommends and
implements solutions, and takes preventative action to mitigate future risks.
Responsibilities:
- Provide consultative advice and expertise to leaders on HR matters, including performance management, employee
engagement, policy interpretation, and collective agreement application.
- Maintain effective communication with line management, bargaining groups, and HR teams to resolve issues collaboratively.
- Champion enterprise programs within the Center of Excellence model, leveraging subject matter expertise as needed.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of HR systems, processes, and practices.
- Ensure HR matters are managed in compliance with legal and organizational requirements.
- Proactively identify trends and recurring issues, analyze root causes, and develop and implement effective solutions.
- Maintain accurate HR documentation and records.
- Review and analyze HR reports to provide actionable insights.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with client groups.
- Support leaders with accommodation matters and liaise with Occupational Wellness & Disability services.
- Partner with Labour Relations on investigations, support grievance resolution, arbitration processes, and respectful workplace
discussions.
- Support organizational change initiatives and enterprise priorities within the business.
Qualifications:
- A Business Degree (HR Major) from an institute of recognized standing and a minimum of three years of related human
resources experience;
OR
- Two year Diploma (HR major) and a minimum of five years of related human resources experience;
OR
- An equivalent combination of post-secondary education and experience may be considered.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience with Manitoba Hydro's collective agreements, policies and practices, wage and
salary administration, job evaluation system and other related human resource processes.
MANITOBA HYDRO IS COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY AND EMPLOYMENT EQUITY
