TransAlta Corporation

Senior HR Business Partner

Calgary, AB

Full-time

About This Job

Senior Human Resources Business Partner

WHO WE ARE

“Energizing the Future”

TransAlta owns, operates, and develops a diverse fleet of electrical generation assets in Canada, the United States and Australia, providing municipalities, industries and businesses with safe, low-cost and reliable clean electricity. For over 100 years, TransAlta has been a responsible operator and proud community-member where its employees work and live. We are committed to fostering a dynamic, productive, and safe work environment. Our employees contribute to a diverse, open, and transparent culture with clear accountabilities, strong leadership, and challenging opportunities for personal career growth. For more information about TransAlta, visit our website at, www.transalta.com

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are currently looking for a motivated and dedicated Senior Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to join the HR team! This role is based out of our head office in Downtown Calgary withthe ability to work from home in a hybrid capacity. The HRBP partner will support our business operations side of the business to deliver tactical and strategic HR solutions to leaders and their business units.

You will be accountable for developing, implementing, and managing strategies designed to support the overall HR business plan. You will also provide professional HR guidance to client groups with the objective of facilitating successful completion of goals. This includes all aspects of workforce planning, and people processes (performance, development, employee relations, etc.) to enhance business performance.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

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Providing best in class HR advise and business partnerships for client groups in support of business plans

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Partnering with business leaders on setting related business priorities and resource allocation to address operational challenges and opportunities

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Supporting change management and employee engagement plans

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Supporting the development and implementation of strategies, processes and methods to build organizational capability

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Partnering with leaders in forecasting and planning the talent pipeline requirements in line with the function/business strategy

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Managing all aspects of the functional human resource programs including planning, organizing and providing direction and control to ensure on-time delivery within budget

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Providing employee performance and discipline

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Identifying and mitigating risks on initiatives and activities that may impact areas of reputation, legislative compliance and employee relations

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Operating in accordance with company policies, procedures, standards, regulatory and legal requirements; ensuring these requirements are understood and adhered to by the business

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Building organizational alignment (e.g. positions, accountabilities and authorities, people, deliverables, tasks)

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Providing professional HR guidance within a framework that demonstrates an understanding of business trends and needs

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

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Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business or Social Sciences (or equivalent experience)

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Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP) designation or working towards is an asset

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Minimum seven (7) years’ experience in human resource management with broad based generalist experience

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Experience with collective agreement interpretation, employee relations issues, human rights, and performance management and labour practices

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Experience with workforce planning and implementing strategies to recruit, engage and retain employees

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Motivated team player who can work collaboratively with others over diverse areas of business

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Ability to engage, manage difficult conversations and influence outcomes while maintaining strong trusting relationships

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Demonstrated capability to understand the business and create the link between HR strategy and business strategy

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Demonstrated ability to identify potential and existing problems and create effective solutions to address them following appropriate analysis

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Strong verbal and written communication skills

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Strong MS word and excel skills

WHAT WE OFFER

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Competitive compensation

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Annual incentive program

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Pension plan with company-matching options

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Comprehensive and flexible benefits for you and your family

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Vacation and personal days

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Employee Rewards Programs

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Annual Wellness Payment

To learn more about how we can energize your future, check out our new Employee Experience Booklet.

Become part of our TransAlta team today! We look forward to reviewing your application.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for a job unless they meet every single qualification. At TransAlta, we are dedicated to building an inclusive, diverse workforce where you can show up every day as your true, authentic self. So, if you’re excited about this role but your qualifications and experience don’t quite tick every box, we encourage you to apply anyways. You might just be the candidate we are looking for.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

It is our collective mission to ensure that every single employee feels a sense of inclusion and belonging and can show up to work as their true authentic self. TransAlta is committed to hiring a diverse workforce including women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ2+ community. TransAlta believes that diversity enhances the quality of its performance, is an essential element of effective corporate governance, and cultivates a strong workplace culture.

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