Who we are:
Geotab is a global leader in IoT and connected transportation and certified Great Place to Work. We are a company of diverse and talented individuals who work together to help businesses grow and succeed, and increase the safety and sustainability of our communities.
Geotab is advancing security, connecting commercial vehicles to the internet and providing web-based analytics to help customers better manage their fleets. Geotabs open platform and Geotab Marketplace , offering hundreds of third-party solution options, allows both small and large businesses to automate operations by integrating vehicle data with their other data assets. Processing billions of data points a day, Geotab leverages data analytics and machine learning to improve productivity, optimize fleets through the reduction of fuel consumption, enhance driver safety and achieve strong compliance to regulatory changes.
Our team is growing and were looking for people who follow their passion, think differently and want to make an impact. Ours is a fast paced, ever changing environment. Geotabbers accept that challenge and are willing to take on new tasks and activities - ones that may not always be described in the initial job description. Join us for a fulfilling career with opportunities to innovate, great benefits, and our fun and inclusive work culture. Reach your full potential with Geotab. To see what its like to be a Geotabber, check out our
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Who you are:
We are always looking for amazing talent who can contribute to our growth and deliver results! Geotab is seeking aSenior Human Resources Business Partner who will act as a trusted advisor to their designated business groups, developing and executing people strategy with respective business leaders to drive outcomes in the areas of employee engagement, workforce planning, talent development, compensation, culture and change management.The work will ensure alignment with overall Geotab goals, policies and business initiatives.If you love technology, and are keen to join an industry leader we would love to hear from you!
What you'll do:
As a Senior Human Resources Business Partner, your key area of responsibility will be proactively assessing, diagnosing, and developing solutions to organizational challenges while providing day-to-day performance management guidance and resolving complex employee relations issues. You will need to work closely with senior leaders within the functional group, the broader HR team, and Geotab employees to foster a culture of open communication and ensure Geotab culture exists within your business lines.
To be successful in this role you will be a strategic thinker with a keen sense of priorities and a well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation and conflict resolution skills. In addition, the successful candidate will have strong business acumen and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple timelines and pivot as priorities change to ensure timely results.
How you'll make an impact:
- Accountable for the strategic direction of HR support for Revenue Generation groups while ensuring strategic direction aligns with overall organizational strategy.
- Take a consultative and collaborative approach to support and provide HR solutions within their designated business groups.
- Participate, develop and execute HR strategies, goals, objectives and projects in support of Geotab growth, people development and increased engagement and retention.
- Partner with senior leaders within the functional group as coach and mentor.
- Collaborate with leaders to develop and monitor career path plans for employees, including compensation plans and performance goals.
- Support leadership in building a culture of open communication and feedback and ensure it cascades through all levels of the business line.
- Promote and cultivate positive and trusting relationships with leaders and employees to ensure Geotab culture exists within your business lines.
- Build relationships, advise and coach employees and leadership on HR practices.
- Proactively assess, diagnose and develop solutions to organizational challenges within designated business groups.
- Provide day-to-day performance management guidance to leadership (coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).
- Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues, maintain appropriate records of investigations and advise stakeholders in the progression of such cases.
- Maintain in-depth knowledge of legislative requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks to ensure compliance.
- Develop, implement and administer new HR initiatives.
- Assist with the introduction of new or revised policies and process changes to ensure that teams are appropriately equipped and continuously supported in introducing and managing these changes.
- Work with leadership on process improvements, programs and policies and facilitating changes.
- Act as a strategic partner in the year-end KPA process.
- Collaborate with the HR team and department managers regarding recruitment needs and fulfillment.
- Gather and analyze data with useful HR metrics.
- Ensure cross border consistency with handling of ER issues as legally allowable and report on performance management trends.
- Provide expert project leadership and guidance to team as HR SME.
- Support the development of the team by coaching, providing feedback, identifying areas of growth and training opportunities.
What you'll bring to the role
- 5-8 years of experience as an HR Business Partner, with several years in a senior capacity; experience supporting client groups within a sales organization is preferred.
- Experience with human resources policies and procedures.
- Comprehensive understanding of current HR legislation and employment standards.
- Strong business acumen and the ability to understand our business
- CHRP or CHRL designation in good standing.
- Solid understanding of employee relations.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- A well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation, conflict resolution, and relationship management skills.
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to problem solve to well-judged decisions.
- Strategic mindset, has a keen sense of priorities, along with an ability to pivot as the landscape changes.
- Able to work well under pressure and respond to fast changing priorities and deadlines.
- Strong project management skills; able to identify needs, develop effective solutions and manage projects through to completion.
- A strong team-player with the ability to engage with all levels of the organization.
- Technical competence using software programs, including, but not limited to, Google Suite for business (Sheets, Docs, Slides).
- Entrepreneurial mindset and comfortable in a flat organization.
If you got this far, we hope you're feeling excited about this role! Even if you don't feel you meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply.
Please note: Geotab does not accept agency resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Geotab employees.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Why job seekers choose Geotab:
Flex working arrangements
Home office reimbursement program
Baby bonus & parental leave top up program
Online learning and networking opportunities
Electric vehicle purchase incentive program
Competitive medical and dental benefits
Retirement savings program
*The above are offered to full-time permanent employees only
How we work:
At Geotab, we have adopted a flexible hybrid working model in that we have systems, functions, programs and policies in place to support both in-person and virtual work. However, you are welcomed and encouraged to come into our beautiful, safe, clean offices as often as you like. When working from home, you are required to have a reliable internet connection with at least 50mb DL/10mb UL. Virtual work is supported with cloud-based applications, collaboration tools and asynchronous working. The health and safety of employees are a top priority. We encourage work-life balance and keep the Geotab culture going strong with online social events, chat rooms and gatherings. Join us and help reshape the future of technology!
We believe that ensuring diversity is fundamental to our future growth and progress and is an integral part of our business. We believe that success happens where new ideas can flourish in an environment that is rich in diversity and a place where people from various backgrounds can work together. Geotab encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to accommodating people with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes and when people are hired. We will ensure the accessibility needs of employees with disabilities are taken into account as part of performance management, career development, training and redeployment processes. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information about our diversity and inclusion as well as accommodation policies and practices, please contact us at careers@geotab.com. By submitting a job application to Geotab Inc. or its affiliates and subsidiaries (collectively, Geotab), you acknowledge Geotabs collection, use and disclosure of your personal data in accordance with our
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The annual base salary for this position is the expected annual salary for this role, and may be subject to change. Geotab offers various perks and benefits and other compensation components that an individual may be eligible for. The actual base salary for this position depends on a variety of factors such as but not limited to skills, qualifications, education and overall experience, including the location the applicant lives while performing the job. This also includes equity with other team members and alignment with local market data. All offers of employment are contingent upon proof of eligibility to work and the individual's ability to pass a background check.
Hiring Range
$105,000—$135,000 CAD
