Job Description

For those who dream of advancing our space in the Universe and on Earth, we'll take you there.

Serving the world from our Canadian home and our global offices, MDA is an international space mission partner and robotics & space operations, satellite systems and geointelligence pioneer with a 50-year story of firsts on and above the Earth. Today, we're leading the charge towards viable Moon colonies, enhanced Earth observation, communication in a hyper-connected world, and more.

We're fueled by a pioneering spirit that carries us beyond. And together we enable highly skilled people to continually push boundaries and tackle big challenges requiring solutions that endure and inspire.

Are you ready to launch the next stage of your career in the new space economy? We would love to hear from you!

The Position

We're on the hunt for a Senior Human Resources Business Partner on our Geointelligence team at our Richmond, BC office.

Our mission is to turn data into insight. From detecting changes in fragile ecosystems to monitoring northern ice floes and shipping routes, our near-real time data of Earth observation and the environment makes our Geointelligence team a leader in geospatial imagery, ground stations, enterprise geospatial systems and defence programs.

Reporting to the VP, Human Resources, the Senior Human Resources Business Partner will be responsible for execution of HR strategy and operational plans; working in partnership with the leadership team and providing expertise in the areas of Organizational Development and Effectiveness, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Recruitment, Staffing, Compensation Administration, Succession Planning and Leadership Development for the entire lifecycle of our employees. We are a diverse team equipped to support the growth of our company.

Responsibilities

Assess short and long-term business needs of the client group and provide both operational and generalist HR guidance and support to the business

Collaborate and work proactively with business leaders to identify key issues impacting operational goals, and offer strategic solutions

Provide guidance and assistance to salaried employees and managers on a wide range of human resource issues, including employee relations, conflict resolution, performance and compensation management, employee retention and engagement, harassment investigation, sick leave and return-to-work management, reductions in workforce, and HR policies and programs

Collaborate with MDA's HR team on new initiatives, and leverage team expertise in delivering and implementing functional initiatives to your respective client group

Communicate, facilitate, and/or present HR programs and roll-outs at the divisional and site level

Actively participate in HR project work, such as development of new human resources strategies for specific divisions or the organization as a whole

Champion the new HRIS implementation project and play a key role in the roll out of new technology in 2021

Candidate Profile:

7+ years of solid, professional-level generalist human resources experience, ideally in a Business Partner role

Proven experience advising and collaborating with operational business leaders in a consultative capacity

Completion of post-secondary education in Human Resources Management, or equivalent

Experience developing and implementing business solutions in medium to large, complex environments

Solid understanding of applicable employment and human rights legislation across Canada

Proven skills in coaching, facilitation, conflict resolution and relationship management

Ability to utilize effective influencing strategies to build respect and trust with business leaders

Excellent time management and organizational skills, with the proven ability to juggle and reprioritize based on dynamic business demands and requirements

Effective and persuasive oral and written communication and presentation skills