Director of People and Culture

Position Overview At Garibaldi Glass, we believe people are at the heart of what we do. As our Director of People and Culture, you will play a pivotal role in our organization by cultivating an environment where employees thrive, leaders grow, and teams excel. This position spans a broad scope of responsibilities, from driving strategic people initiatives and leading HR and Safety teams to implementing training programs and refining recruitment and retention strategies.

You will work closely with leadership and employees to champion initiatives that enhance engagement, strengthen workplace relationships, and foster both personal and professional growth and performance. With a hands‑on approach to health and safety, talent acquisition, and HR systems, you will ensure Garibaldi remains a safe, inclusive, and inspiring place to work. If you’re passionate about creating meaningful employee experiences, driving organizational excellence, and leading with integrity, this is the role for you. Together, we will shape the future of Garibaldi while empowering our people to achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities People & Culture Leadership

Foster and promote "The Garibaldi Way" by driving a culture of teamwork, accountability across all teams, and continuous improvement

Serve as HR contact for all employees; proactively engage employees to improve working relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention; act as a trusted partner to leaders on performance, culture, change management, and risk

Build, manage, develop, and lead the HR and Safety teams to exceed goals, fostering a collaborative and results‑driven environment

Partner with leadership to identify and address organizational needs, aligning people strategies with business objectives; create a roadmap for implementation

Develop policies that enhance the employee experience, shaping a culture of growth and inclusion using HR best practices

Recruitment, Onboarding & Retention

Lead workforce planning and development, recruitment, succession, and recognition programs to attract and retain top tier talent

Manage and mentor the HR team members, to refine and execute recruitment strategies, ensuring innovative sourcing and seamless hiring processes for both office and production roles

Ensure a seamless onboarding experience that equips new hires for success and fosters long‑term retention

Collaborate with teams to establish and promote data‑driven retention initiatives, aiming to increase engagement year‑over‑year

Train managers in effective performance reviews and career development discussions to drive individual and team success

Support training and development initiatives to align to business goals and priorities

Facilitate internal training and act as the primary contact for external training programs

Collaborate with IT/IS to review, analyze and optimize HR software and systems to ensure they are effective, up to date and meets the needs of the business

Education, Training, & Growth

Design and deliver impactful training programs, partnering with departments to create tailored opportunities that support leadership development and role‑specific growth

Assess the effectiveness of training initiatives using feedback and participation metrics, refining programs as needed

Promote internal career pathways and succession planning to support long‑term growth and leadership continuity

Introduce external education opportunities to provide employees with cutting‑edge industry knowledge

Health & Safety

Ensure that HR practices comply with labor laws and regulations. Manage HR‑related risks and legal matters to protect the organization

Lead safety initiatives to ensure COR audit readiness, address gaps in standards, and foster a proactive safety culture in collaboration with the Safety team and Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee

Manage relationships with WorkSafeBC and benefits providers, ensuring effective claims and recovery programs while promoting a comprehensive benefits approach that includes other components of the total compensation package

Develop initiatives that promote physical and mental wellbeing, enhancing overall employee satisfaction and productivity

HR Tools & Systems

Monitor HR metrics and use data‑driven insights to recommend improvements to processes and programs

Ensure all HR‑related documents are accurately maintained, processed in a timely manner, securely stored, and readily accessible to authorized personnel to support efficient operations and compliance

Oversee the full implementation and utilization of the Learning Management System by maintaining training matrices and records, updating documentation, mapping training plans, and recommending initiatives to enhance employee development

Coordinate and support the performance appraisal process, ensuring consistency, fairness, and alignment with organizational goals by assisting managers and employees, tracking completion, and facilitating actionable feedback loops

Leverage and stay updated on HR technology trends to recommend solutions aligned with business needs

Qualifications [Education, Experience, Training]

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. A professional HR certification such as CPHR is an asset

Seven or more years of progressive HR experience, including exposure to employee relations, talent management, performance management, and benefits administration, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

At least two years of demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience in managing HR personnel or teams

Strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations, with the ability to ensure compliance and advise on legal matters

Proven expertise in organizational development, employee relations, and recruitment strategies

What You Bring [Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities]

Experience working in manufacturing, production, or distribution environment is considered an asset

A forward‑thinking, relationship‑focused mindset with a proven ability to inspire and engage teams

Comprehensive understanding of BC employment laws and a strong foundation in HR best practices

Exceptional communication and problem‑solving skills, capable of navigating diverse workstyles and perspectives

Strategic vision paired with the ability to implement initiatives that drive measurable results over time

Experience implementing tools and leveraging HR software for optimized processes

Proven success in HR leadership roles, with experience in building high‑performing, cohesive teams

Commitment to confidentiality, organization, and professionalism in all aspects of work

Proficient skills in Office 365. Working knowledge and experience with platforms such as ADP, LinkedIn, Indeed, Predictive Index, LMS, and others

Quantitative Dimensions

Oversee HR Team, Safety Coordinator, and support of 250 employees across the organization on morning, afternoon, and night shift

Compensation Ranges from $110,000 to $130,000 annually, depending on experience

Working Conditions This position works primarily in an office environment with occasional time spent within a manufacturing environment. This position must be flexible and be available to support Production teams on all three shifts on a monthly basis. Availability outside regular working hours is required.

Standard Office

Comfortable indoor area

Comfortable environment with exposure to some dust, dirt or other conditions which might produce mild discomfort

Frequent, short periods when it is necessary to pay close attention to the monitoring of sights and sounds

Moderate mental demands due to one or more conditions, which are present in the job. There may be noticeable pressure from simultaneous priorities and deadlines

Manufacturing Plant

Temperature controlled indoor area

Comfortable environment with exposure to some dust, dirt or other conditions which might produce mild discomfort

Frequent, short periods when it is necessary to pay close attention to the monitoring of sights and sounds

Safety sensitive environment with mobile equipment and overhead cranes

Physically demanding job requiring one to stand for extended periods of time

Most departments have a requirement to lift up to 50lbs. throughout shift

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