We are a solutions-driven, customer-focused provider of material handling, storage, and automated systems solutions and we take pride in knowing that your actions boost our customers’ productivity. We are looking for customer-focused, self-starting individuals to join our team and make a difference. If that sounds like you, join the Johnston Equipment team today!
Director, HR Business Partnerships
Lead. Coach. Influence. Elevate the Employee Experience.
Are you a strategic HR leader who thrives on coaching high‑performing teams, strengthening leadership capability, and shaping an exceptional employee experience? We’re looking for a Director, HR Business Partnerships to guide our HRBP team and partner closely with senior leaders to drive organizational performance, engagement, and cultural alignment.
In this role, you’ll be the catalyst that connects people strategy with business strategy—ensuring leaders are supported, employees feel valued, and HR programs deliver meaningful impact across the organization. You’ll bring deep expertise in employee relations, a passion for coaching, and the ability to build trusted relationships at every level.
What You’ll Lead & Deliver
- Coach, develop, and empower a team of HR Business Partners Recruit, onboard, mentor, and elevate a high-performing HRBP team. Set clear expectations, provide ongoing feedback, and build a culture of accountability and growth.
- Champion employee engagement Lead the annual engagement survey, partner with leaders to interpret results, and drive action plans that strengthen connection, belonging, and performance.
- Be the trusted advisor for complex employee relations matters Guide leaders through conflict resolution, investigations, corrective actions, and terminations—ensuring fairness, consistency, and compliance with legislation and company policies.
- Elevate leadership effectiveness Coach leaders on talent decisions, communication, and employee lifecycle strategies that build strong, inclusive, high-performing teams.
- Strengthen cross-functional partnerships Collaborate with Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, Payroll, Organizational Development, and other HR functions to deliver seamless, integrated HR solutions.
- Drive HR excellence and continuous improvement Use data to identify trends and risks, enhance HR processes, and implement initiatives that improve service delivery and the employee experience.
- Promote a values-driven culture Reinforce our core values across all regions and ensure HR practices support a positive, inclusive, and engaging workplace.
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field; CHRP/CHRL an asset
- 8+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, including managing HRBP teams
- Proven success supporting senior leaders in complex, multi-site or multi-region environments
- Strong coaching, consulting, and conflict-resolution skills
- Deep knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practices
- Experience managing full-spectrum HR programs and employee relations
- Ability to influence, build trust, and drive accountability
- Professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality in all interactions
- Bilingual in English and French
Who You Are
You’re a relationship-builder, a coach, and a strategic thinker. You lead with empathy and clarity. You’re energized by helping leaders grow, solving complex people challenges, and creating environments where employees feel supported and inspired. You bring sound judgment, a solutions-oriented mindset, and a passion for elevating the employee experience.
If you’re ready to shape the future of HR partnership, empower leaders, and make a meaningful impact across the organization, we’d love to meet you.
Why You’ll love it here
- We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package
- We trust and support you - take ownership of your work and push your ideas from inception to execution
- We want to see you grow - we support your career progression and provide learning and development opportunities
While we appreciate all applications we receive, we advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted.
G.N. Johnston Equipment is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Qualified designated group members are encouraged to apply as any reasonable accommodation of qualifications will be considered as per our Accommodation Policy, available upon request.
About Johnston Equipment:
Johnston Equipment provides material handling equipment to move products in, out and throughout warehouses; service solutions and tools to better manage warehouse productivity; racking, storage and automated system solutions to optimize the storage and movement of goods; and programs to protect material handling assets and the people who utilize them. We are continually striving to create better and more advanced solutions as well as provide the highest quality service.
We are growing and need talented professionals to drive our vision to create an effortless experience for our customers by delivering our products and services in an efficient and safe manner. Join us…. Make a difference!