Manager, Human Resources
PDI | Guelph, Ontario
Salary: $90,000 per year
Employment status: Full-time
Department: Human Resources
Current shift: Days
Benefits:
- Voluntary Retirement Savings Plan (VRSP)
- dental insurance,
- disability insurance,
- health insurance,
- life insurance.
At PDI, we are committed to providing exemplary and equitable care for and with our community.
Position Summary
The Manager, Human Resources provides operational leadership and supports strategic direction for PDI’s transportation and warehousing functions. The Manager leads a multidisciplinary HR team and provides expert guidance in employee and labour relations, recruitment and retention, compensation and benefits, attendance support, and HR administration. Working collaboratively with leaders, partners, and internal and external stakeholders, the Manager ensures responsive service delivery, effective day-to-day operations, legislative and collective agreement compliance, and continuous improvement aligned with organizational priorities and the requirements of a federally regulated workplace.
Located in the heart of Southwestern Ontario, Guelph, known as “The Royal City” offers an exceptional quality of life for professionals and their families:
What We Offer:
- A comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive compensation, with benefits.
- An organization deeply committed to employee well-being, safety, and psychological health and work life balance.
- A supportive and inclusive work environment
- Company team building events
Requirements:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, at an intermediate to advanced level.
- Familiarity with Canada Labour Code and Federal Labour Regulation.
- Proven competency in Health, Safety and Quality initiatives
- Hiring & Recruitment Process
- Flexibility for payroll processing during holidays, weekends, etc.
- Tracking & approving employee attendance using Manusonic entry for payroll
- Employee benefits - enrolling new members, termination of benefits, etc.
- Able to adapt in a fast-paced environment and re-prioritize on a continual basis
Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Abilities:
- University or college degree or diploma in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of post-secondary HR education and professional development.
- Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) designation is an asset.
- At least five years of progressive HR leadership and management experience in a complex environment; health and safety experience is preferred.
- Demonstrated experience in labour relations, grievance management, collective agreement administration, and attendance support.
- Proven experience in strategic HR planning, operational HR service delivery, and transformational change.
- Strong knowledge of relevant provincial and federal legislation, including the Employment Standards Act, 2000, the Labour Relations Act, and the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
- Ability to combine strategic HR planning with a practical, hands-on approach to day-to-day operations.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, mentor, and develop a high-performing team.
- Highly effective consultation, relationship-building, collaboration, change leadership, decision-making, and influencing skills.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to balance competing priorities across multiple work environments and branches in different provinces.
- Familiarity with workforce management and scheduling systems, preferably UKG Workforce Management, including the labour impacts of scheduling, staffing allocation, attendance management, and workforce analytics.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Microsoft Teams; working knowledge of UKG Pro and Manusonic is an asset.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you are seeking an exciting opportunity where you will be supported, empowered, and valued, we encourage you to apply and explore your career at PDI.
This posting is intended to fill a position that will become available due to an upcoming retirement. AI-enabled systems may be used to support administrative tasks and candidate management throughout the process.
About PDI Bulk: PDI Bulk is a privately-owned full-service bulk trucking company offering diversified logistics solutions. With operations spanning rail to bulk truck trans-loading terminals, warehousing, and packaging facilities across key Canadian markets, we provide North American delivery services. Our offerings include blending, silo storage, land tank storage, screening, and import/export services, making us Canada’s premier destination for the Polymer, Chemical, and Food industries. For more information, please visit our website: PDIBulk.com
Equal Opportunity Employer: PDI Bulk is an equal opportunity employer, providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act
Pay: $90,000.00 per year
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Guelph, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- HR Leadership/management: 5 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) designation (preferred)
Work Location: In person
