Manager, HR Business Partner

Manager, Human Resources

Location: Pickering, ON
Department: Human Resources
Reports To: HR Director, Americas / Vice President, Human Resources
Date Issued: June 27, 2025

Compensation: 90k-120k

Who We Are

Eco-Tec, a Kovalus Separation Solutions company, is a global leader in advanced process equipment for water treatment, chemical purification, and resource recovery. Our proprietary ion exchange and separation technologies help customers reduce environmental impact, improve product quality, and optimize operational performance.

At Kovalus, we empower our people to challenge the status quo, innovate continuously, and make a measurable impact.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Manager, Human Resources to lead the full HR function at our Pickering, Ontario site. This role serves as a strategic business partner and hands-on leader, responsible for driving talent, culture, compliance, and operational HR excellence.

You will play a key role in aligning HR initiatives with business goals while supporting a high-performing, engaged workforce.

Key Responsibilities

HR Leadership & Business Partnership

• Serve as the primary HR partner to site leadership, providing strategic guidance and day-to-day support
• Drive HR initiatives that align with business objectives and operational priorities
• Identify workforce trends, risks, and opportunities; develop actionable solutions

Talent Management & Development

• Lead full-cycle recruitment and onboarding processes
• Design and support performance management, succession planning, and talent development programs
• Promote a continuous learning culture through training and development initiatives

Employee Relations & Culture

• Act as a trusted advisor on employee relations matters, ensuring fair and consistent resolution
• Foster an inclusive, engaged, and high-performance workplace environment
• Lead employee engagement activities and initiatives (including Social Committee oversight)

HR Operations & Compliance

• Ensure HR policies, procedures, and practices are documented, maintained, and compliant with applicable regulations
• Maintain personnel records, organizational charts, and HR reporting (including monthly metrics)
• Oversee benefits administration (RRSP, health, vacation, etc.)
• Manage payroll processes in Payworks
• WSIB claim management and Workers’ compensation for different provinces.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation and regulatory requirements

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintain job descriptions.
• Support broader business initiatives and continuous improvement efforts
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education & Certifications

• University degree in Business, Human Resources, or related field
• Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP or equivalent) preferred

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive HR experience, including site-level HR leadership
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment strongly preferred
• Familiar with payroll processing, year end activities for payroll.

Core Competencies

• Strong leadership and relationship-building skills
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Sound judgment with a data-driven, analytical approach
• Experience managing Canadian payroll and benefits programs

Preferred Differentiators

• Experience supporting global or multi-site organizations
• Proven ability to navigate cross-border HR compliance and policies
• Continuous improvement mindset with ongoing development in HR law, leadership, and analytics

What We Offer

• Competitive health and dental benefits
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Collaborative, values-driven culture focused on innovation and accountability

Our Culture

At Kovalus, we think like entrepreneurs. We challenge assumptions, move quickly, and recognize individual contributions that drive meaningful results.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, barrier-free workplace. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process upon request.