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North American Rail Solutions

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Human Resources Business Partner

North American Rail Solutions · Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Full-timeOn site5-10 yrsListed as no visa sponsorship
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In short

Provide HR advisory services to a designated business group, supporting workforce planning, recruitment, retention, engagement, and employee development. Advise operational leaders on employee and labor relations, administer HR systems and reporting, and coordinate training and related HR processes.

What they're looking for

MUST-HAVE SKILLS

RecruitmentEmployee RelationsLabor RelationsPerformance ManagementConflict ResolutionEmployment LawHuman Resources LegislationCollective Agreements

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A related undergraduate degree with 2–4 years of directly related experience, or a Human Resources diploma with 4–6 years of directly related experience, is preferred. Knowledge of HR principles and legislation, strong communication and client service skills, advanced computer skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities are expected; unionized-environment experience and a CHRP designation are assets.

About North American Rail Solutions

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Questions about this role

Is this North American Rail Solutions role remote?
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Does it sponsor visas?
Listed as no visa sponsorship.
What experience does it ask for?
Listed as 5-10 years.

The posting, in full

Human Resources Business Partner As the Human Resources Business Partner, you would be responsible for supporting a stakeholder group around recruitment, retention, engagement, performance management, performance development, employee relations matters and labor relations support. Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, the primary purpose of this position is to provide HR advisory services to a targeted business group. This position ensures that the Company is able to meet its customer service obligations by ensuring the optimization of talent through timely, relevant and efficient human resource services.

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Human Resources Business Partner

JOB DESCRIPTION

As the Human Resources Business Partner, you would be responsible for supporting a stakeholder group around recruitment, retention, engagement, performance management, performance development, employee relations matters and labor relations support.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, the primary purpose of this position is to provide HR advisory services to a targeted business group. This position ensures that the Company is able to meet its customer service obligations by ensuring the optimization of talent through timely, relevant and efficient human resource services.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Working with operational leaders to identify and plan for human resource requirements to meet short and long-term business requirements
  • Coordinating and participating in the recruitment process by creating recruitment strategies, preparing ads, screening applications, conducting interviews, completing reference checks and preparing employment offers on behalf of the hiring Manager
  • Providing timely coaching to operational leaders on a variety of employee relations and human resource issues including performance management, attendance, progressive discipline, terminations and conflict resolution.
  • Supporting effective employee/labor relations activities through a strong understanding of relevant collective agreements, employment contracts and relevant employee/labor legislation.
  • Consistent application of human resource guidelines, policies and procedures that adhere to applicable legislation and common law.
  • Responding to employee inquiries and concerns in a timely and professional manner.
  • Conducting stay and exit interviews where appropriate.
  • Preparing and distributing ad hoc HR reports upon request by Management to meet business needs.
  • Providing diligent HR administrative support as it relates to the HRMS, Performance Appraisal system, and the Learning Management System.
  • Provide operational training support and coordination.
  • Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Good understanding and knowledge of human resources principles, best practices and applicable HR legislation such as employment standards, employment law, and human rights legislation.
  • Strong client service skills.
  • Ability to set priorities and manage multiple projects with tight and competing deadlines.
  • Advanced computer skills including experience with HRIS and Microsoft Office products.
  • Exceptional communication skills; verbal, written and presentation.
  • High degree of initiative, diplomacy and discretion.
  • Ability to interact with all levels of staff, including Management and Executive
  • Works independently yet strong HR team player.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Preferred undergraduate Degree in related field with 2 to 4 years of directly related experience or Diploma in Human Resources with 4 to 6 years of directly related experience
  • Experience in a unionized environment is an asset
  • CHRP Designation is an asset.

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This listing comes from North American Rail Solutions's own careers site. Apply links go to the employer. Last checked 24 Oct 2026.