Sr. HR Business Partner

The Senior HR Business Partner role at Seaspan serves as a strategic advisor and trusted partner to operational leaders, providing forward-looking human capital guidance and fostering a high-performance and collaborative workplace culture. The role requires expertise in conflict resolution, workplace investigations, and performance management, as well as strong interpersonal and communication skills. The successful candidate will work closely with the HR Centres of Excellence to deliver integrated enterprise-wide HR solutions and ensure alignment between workforce capabilities, operational needs, and organizational strategy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in a professional HR role, with at least 5 years in a unionized environment
• Demonstrated expertise in conflict resolution, workplace investigations and progressive discipline/performance management
• Proven experience as an HR Business Partner or Senior HR Generalist supporting operational teams in a unionized setting
• CPHR designation or equivalent considered an asset
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships across all levels of the organization
• Strong decision-making capabilities that align HR strategies with broader business objectives
• In-depth knowledge of provincial employment legislation, including the BC Human Rights Code, Workers Compensation Act and Employment Standards Act
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Solid understanding of HR best practices in compensation, performance management, succession planning, training, and recruitment
• Advanced critical thinking, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills
• High level of discretion and professionalism in handling confidential and sensitive information
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex information and generate actionable insights
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality
• Collaborative team player with sound judgment, composure under pressure, and keen attention to detail
• Expertise in attendance management practices, including data analysis, intervention planning, and stakeholder engagement

Benefits

• Annual bonus
• Pension plan matching
• Best-in-class health and wellness benefits package
• Full health care
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• Medical leave coverage
• Parental leave coverage
• Wellness/fitness reimbursement for memberships or registration fees
• Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)