Sr Advisor, HR
Redwater, AB, CA, T0A 2W0
Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: safety, inclusion, integrity, and results. When we say we care, we mean it. We’re creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, has a sense of belonging, trusts one another, and acts with integrity.
Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities. We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders. Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien.
What You'll Do:
- Act as the lead Human Resources position at the Redwater Nitrogen facility and serve as a member of the Redwater site leadership team.
- Provide HR guidance to the Redwater Leadership Team and contribute the people perspective to support the successful execution of the site business strategy.
- Serve as an unbiased consultant to the business to mitigate risk by ensuring fair treatment and a balanced approach during new policy and procedure implementation, organizational change, problem resolution, and human capital decisions.
- Oversee and assist in the implementation of company and business unit HR strategies, programs, and processes (e.g., salary administration, annual compensation cycle, benefits, performance management, talent retention and attraction).
- Provide support and training to managers in the interpretation and use of HR policies, processes, and programs.
- Administer the disability management process while partnering with business leaders and the third‑party administrator.
- Analyze results of exit interviews, recruitment feedback, and employee surveys to identify people issues and trends and participate in their resolution.
- Support the identification of client learning and development needs by partnering with the business and the appropriate COE to develop and implement plans and programs within client groups.
- Provide guidance and coaching to leaders in managing sensitive, complex, and legal employee relations matters.
- Consult on business effectiveness projects, including structural reorganizations and business process improvements.
- Work with leaders to anticipate future human capital requirements based on business, industry, and market conditions.
- Utilizing change management philosophy, work with client group leaders to design future‑state changes (people, process, and structure), prepare change plans, and engage with leaders to implement.
- Onboard new employees and foster a positive ongoing workplace experience for employees at Redwater.
- Work with the Centers of Excellence (HR Operations, Total Rewards, Internal Legal Counsel, Learning & Development, Talent Attraction & Sourcing) to ensure completeness and accuracy of employment documentation and to implement HR strategies, programs, and processes.
- Complete HR transactional tasks including employee letters, requisitions, communications/notices, and general transactions.
- Support emergency incident management on site from the people perspective.
What You'll Bring:
- Degree in Human Resources or related field is required.
- Minimum of 8 years HR generalist work experience with proven career growth path.
- Knowledge of Alberta employment legislation and regulations.
- Experience with HRIS systems and advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills.
- Ability to coach and guide Site Leadership.
- Ability to develop, implement, and manage change effectively.
- Awareness of manufacturing industry practices and cycles.
- Experience in a fast-paced growth environment, providing strategic direction from a human resources standpoint.
- Strong ability to develop collaborative relationships across multiple functions.
- Ability to balance the requirements of the Corporate HR department and site needs.
- Strong, clear, and concise verbal and written communication skills with all levels of employees within the organization.
- Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills with the ability to effectively interact with and influence individuals in different disciplines and at different levels.
- Excellent judgment and creative problem-solving skills, including negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
- Proven ability to work in a matrix environment to reduce business information silos and increase cooperation and communication across functions.
- Strong mentoring and coaching experience with business clients and peers at diverse levels of expertise.
Ready to make an impact with us? Apply today!
The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law.
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