Human Resources Business Partner

Position Type:
Permanent
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Closing date:
2026-09-07
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Full careers. Full lives.

Join the Medavie Health NL Team

Are you looking for a fulfilling career that makes a meaningful impact on your life, and the lives of others? As the provider of emergency medical services and medical communications operations across Newfoundland and Labrador, Medavie Health NL (MHNL) is proud to offer career opportunities for professionals who share our strong commitment to delivering healthcare to communities throughout Newfoundland and Labrador.

If you're a passionate professional seeking a unique and meaningful career, MHNL is your destination. Join our team and achieve your full potential in a supportive and dynamic environment.

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to leaders and employees across the organization. Reporting to the Manager, Human Resources, you are the first point of contact for employee and labour relations matters, playing a critical role in fostering positive workplace relationships, supporting organizational goals, and ensuring the effective application of human resources practices and collective agreements.

Working collaboratively with leaders, employees, union representatives, and stakeholders, you will provide proactive and practical guidance on employee relations, labour relations, conflict resolution, grievance administration, policy interpretation, and organizational initiatives. You will support a multi-unionized environment and contribute to the development of a positive, respectful, and high-performing workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

Employee & Labour Relations

• Serve as the first point of contact and trusted advisor on employee and labour relations matters.
• Provide guidance and consultation to leaders on performance management, attendance management, workplace investigations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary processes.
• Interpret and apply collective agreements, employment legislation, organizational policies, and HR best practices.
• Support and manage grievance processes, including investigation, documentation, and resolution activities.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with union representatives and organizational stakeholders.
• Participate in labour-management discussions and support collective bargaining initiatives as required.

Human Resources Business Partnership

• Partner with leaders to identify workforce challenges and develop practical HR solutions aligned with operational goals.
• Provide strategic and operational HR advice to all levels of management.
• Lead and support organizational projects, change initiatives, and continuous improvement activities.
• Analyze workplace trends and recommend strategies that support employee engagement, retention, and organizational effectiveness.
• Support the implementation of programs and initiatives that contribute to a positive employee experience.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Post-secondary education specializing in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Extensive progressive experience delivering a broad range of human resources services in a unionized environment.
• Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation, completed or currently in progress, is considered an asset.
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation, employee relations practices, labour relations principles, and collective agreement administration.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex and sensitive employee relations matters.
• Excellent communication, presentation, consultation, and relationship-building skills.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• A confident and collaborative HR professional who builds trust and credibility at all levels of the organization.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities with a creative and practical approach to complex situations.
• Able to work independently with a high degree of accountability and sound judgment.
• Adaptable and resilient, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
• Committed to providing exceptional client service and fostering respectful, inclusive workplace relationships.
• Effective team player with strong organizational and project management skills.

Salary Range

• $72,000-$100,000 annually

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The Base Pay range may vary depending on the successful candidate or other relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience and education/training. In addition to Base Pay, eligible Medavie employees may participate in various performance-based incentive programs. Payments under these programs are discretionary and subject to both individual and organizational results.

While Medavie may use automated tools, including AI, to support application screening, candidates are expected to complete all recruitment interactions independently-without AI assistance-to ensure a fair and equitable process.

Who we are

MHNL is the selected proponent to design, manage and operate a single, integrated road and air ambulance service in Newfoundland and Labrador. We are an incorporated, wholly owned NL-based subsidiary of Medavie Health Services (MHS), the largest contracted provider of emergency management services in Canada and a national leader in primary health care solutions, including mobile integrated health and community paramedicine programs.

Together with Medavie Blue Cross, MHS is part of Medavie, a national health solutions partner and innovative leader in benefits management, health management, and healthcare delivery. Backed by our team of over 8,200 dedicated professionals, we exist to improve the wellbeing of Canadians so that every life can be lived to the fullest.

We're one of Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures, one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, and certified Rainbow Registered as an organization that champions diversity, equity and inclusion. We foster a culture of caring where people are celebrated beyond their roles and valued for who they are and what they contribute.

If you share our mission of improving the wellbeing of Canadians, join our team.

What it's like to work with us

We are more than just a workplace - we are a people-focused, visionary organization dedicated to fostering well-being and making a meaningful impact on the lives of our employees and the Communities we serve.

We celebrate individuality and value the diverse perspectives and skills our employees contribute. We go beyond providing competitive pay and comprehensive benefits by offering opportunities for personal and professional growth, meaningful experiences, and supportive leadership. At Medavie, you'll find more than just a job - you'll find a pathway to a full and rewarding career.

We welcome diversity

We believe our employees should reflect the communities we serve and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. To provide the best experience possible, we will support you with accommodations or adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. Simply inform our Recruitment team of your needs. We are committed to making sure recruitment, retention, advancement, and compensation are fair and accessible while following all relevant human rights and privacy laws .

We put safety first

Employees of MHNL are accountable to our patients and coworkers by participating in and supporting all safety-related initiatives, as well as acting in a manner that fosters a culture that focuses on patient safety and a safe workplace.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

If you experience any technical issues throughout the application process, please email: [email protected].