Job Description

With over 50 years in the Transportation industry, Midland Transport has grown into a dynamic company throughout Atlantic Canada, Quebec, Ontario and the northeastern United States. This continued growth and success has been driven by our professional and dedicated team of 1900 employees, drivers and owner operators as well as our Company Values that drives our Superior Quality Service.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise and hands-on support in a broad range of HR functions for a multi-site region across Nova Scotia, including:
  • Employee Engagement
  • Performance management and Talent Management
  • Training and development
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Health and wellness
• Participate in Human Resources & Safety projects and initiatives including policy development and process improvement
• Assist site leadership teams with the onboarding of successful candidates
• Oversee investigations within assigned region
• Communicate and support implementation of corporate initiatives to assigned client groups.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition Team to ensure talent acquisition strategies are developed, implemented and effective at maintaining employees.
• Partner with terminal managers to focus on talent management, coaching, development.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree/diploma with a Human Resources focus
• 5+ years' work experience in a Human Resources role
• Professional demeanor and confidentiality are a must
• Experience coaching and influencing across all levels of leadership
• Ability to multitask while remaining flexible and managing shifting priorities
• Demonstrated problem solving, judgment and decision-making ability
• Excellent computer skills and proficient knowledge of MS Office
• Experience in a Federally regulated business is considered a strong asset.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to handle ambiguity.
• Ability to travel 25%

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About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.