Manager, Human Resources
At a glance
Manager-level HR Business Partner & Generalist role at J.D. Irving. Saint John · full-time · no salary stated · we estimate CA$70,094–CA$103,367 across Canada.
J.D. Irving has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.
hrroles summary, based on the employer's posting.
What you'll do
- Build hiring plans and talent pipelines around current and future staffing needs, then lead recruitment for critical roles
- Support student hiring, campus recruitment, scholarships and development programs
- Run the yearly performance review cycle and oversee leadership training, including internal courses
- Advise on talent reviews, succession and workforce plans, using market insights to recommend practical actions
- Handle employee relations and engagement work while partnering with leaders on HR solutions
What you bring
- A related bachelor's degree and at least five years of progressively responsible HR experience
- Background spanning recruitment, performance management, leadership development and employee relations
- Working ability with HRIS, recruiting systems, Microsoft Office and other business tools
Who this fits
This manager role suits someone who can pair hands-on recruiting and employee relations with workforce and leadership planning. You’ll work with leaders and HR teams in Saint John, New Brunswick.
From the employer
Irving Forest Services is seeking a strategic and hands-on Human Resources Manager to join our Saint John, NB team. In this role, you will partner with leaders to attract, develop, and retain talent, support effective workforce planning, and deliver practical HR solutions that strengthen employee engagement and business performance.
Develop and support talent acquisition strategies, hiring plans, and talent pipelines aligned with current and future workforce needs.
Lead full-cycle recruitment for leadership, professional, highly skilled, and other business-critical roles using fair, consistent, and effective selection practices.
Support the divisional student and early talent programs including campus recruitment, student scholarships and development program
Manage the annual performance management cycle
Oversee leadership development programs, including delivery of internal training courses.
Support talent review, succession planning, and workforce planning with practical recommendations, market insights, and talent solutions.
Manage employee relations, including performance management and employee engagement initiatives.
Partner with business leaders to understand needs and deliver effective HR solutions.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
At least 5 years of progressive HR experience, including talent acquisition, performance management, leadership development, and employee relations.
Experience with talent pipelines, succession planning, leadership development, and/or workforce planning is considered an asset.
Strong aptitude with HRIS, recruitment systems, Microsoft Office, and related business tools.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to partner effectively with candidates, HR teams, business leaders, and external providers.
Experience working in heavy industrial, construction, or manufacturing environments would be an asset.