HR Business Partner, People & Culture - ESS

Compass Group

  • Calgary, AB
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 6 days ago
You might not know our name, but you know where we are. That’s because Compass Group Canada is part of a global foodservice and support services company that’s the 6th largest employer in the world, with 625,000 employees.You’ll find us in schools, colleges, hospitals, office buildings, senior living communities, tourist attractions, sports venues, remote camps and military installations and more. We’re in all major cities, at remote work sites and everywhere in between – doing business in Canada and 50+ other countries where you can learn and grow. Join us now and point your career forward!Imagine working in a place where thousands of people rely on your team to bring out the best in their day. Join us and know you can make it happen by creating a home away from home for our clients. You can make every day more enjoyable simply by serving a nutritious meal, or ensuring a safe living environment, or creating recreational programs for their down time. No matter what role you play with us, it will be an important one.Why work with ESS Support Services? We are a member of Compass Group Canada, the leading foodservice and support services company. We work with clients in the oil and gas, mining, construction, coastal logging, military and defense sectors. Coverage is as diverse as offshore oil rigs in the Gulf of Mexico, to coastal logging camps in B.C., to construction camps in the Alberta Oil Sands. Facilities are located within drill camps, mining camps, construction camps, pipeline camps, oil and gas installations and correctional facilities.Job SummaryAre you a strategic HR professional ready to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic, people-first environment? We’re looking for a passionate HR Business Partner to join our People & Culture team, to support our ESS (Defense, Offshore and Remote Services) sector. This is a unique opportunity to partner closely with senior leaders, drive business outcomes, and shape the employee experience in a fast-paced, service-driven organization.Now, if you were to come on board as a HR Business Partner, People & Culture, here are the things we’d need you to be great at:
  • Consult with senior leaders to align people strategies with business goals, driving performance, engagement, and retention.
  • Embed yourself in the business, with a strong focus on client and customer service, ensuring HR solutions are practical and business-relevant.
  • Provide expert guidance across all HR disciplines including:
  • Employee and Union relations
  • Talent and performance management
  • Workforce planning
  • Career development
  • Employment law and compliance
  • Lead the implementation of People & Culture programs that enhance productivity, efficiency, and team cohesion.
  • Act as a leadership coach, fostering trust and open dialogue to elevate leadership capability.
  • Interpret and advise on collective agreements.
  • Collaborate with operational leaders to ensure compliance with sector-specific regulations and programs.
Think you have what it takes to be one of our HR Business Partners, People & Culture? We’re committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here’s how we’ll know you are the best fit:
  • 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including a strong foundation in employee relations and labor relations.
  • Post-secondary education in HR, Business Administration, or a related field; CHRP or CHRL designation preferred.
  • Proven ability to influence and build credibility across all levels of the organization.
  • Strong analytical, critical thinking, and project management skills.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Experience in remote or camp-based environments is an asset.
  • Willingness to travel to a remote camp in Northern BC as required (travel allowance and/or chartered flights provided).
Compass Group Canada is committed to nurturing a diverse workforce representative of the communities within which we operate. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital / family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability or persons who may require an accommodation, to apply.For accommodation requests during the hiring process, please contact for further information.

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