Job Description
Location
1640 Boundary Road, Burnaby, BC V5K 4V4
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Employee assistance program
Life insurance
Vision care
Dental care
Disability insurance
Paid time off
Casual dress
Full job description
The Organization:
IATSE Local 891 consists of over 9,000 professional artists and technicians who work in film and television production in BC. We support all genres of production at all budget levels and have made some of the biggest feature films and some of the longest-running and most successful television series ever screened.
We are seeking a Full-Time Manager of Human Resources to join our team with opportunities for advancement. The hours of work are Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, onsite.
Primary Function:
The successful candidate will report directly to the President and be primarily responsible for leading the design, development, and implementation of Human Resources infrastructure to ensure the effective delivery of IATSE 891 HR services.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Collaborates with senior leadership to develop HR policies and strategies
Manage the talent acquisition process: job postings, interviewing and hiring process including the preparation and scheduling of interviews, and profile creation by working closely with senior leadership
Supports the management of the overall training program for excluded and unionized employees of IATSE 891
Serves as the workplace bullying and harassment complaint officer
Provide support and consultation regarding legal items
Ensure compliance with respective jurisdictions, legislative requirements
Tracking, monitoring, and support of key HR systems: onboarding, training, performance reviews, vacations, health and safety, etc. This includes providing performance management coaching to managers, leadership, and elected officials/officers
Manage any work-related claims including WorkSafeBC
Oversees disability management and work place accommodations for IATSE 891 employees
Co-Chair of the JOSH committee
Collaborates with occupational health and safety personnel to support employee wellness and workplace safety programs
Supports collective bargaining and negotiations
Will be the Privacy Officer and advises on CASL
Other tasks and duties as assigned
Qualifications:
University degree or diploma in HR
Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) would be an asset
Knowledge of Canadian and Provincial employment/labour laws, including Human Rights code
Minimum of 5 years in previous progressive experience in HR
Proficient and detailed understanding of Microsoft Office Suite
Professional verbal and written communication skills
Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy in confidential and/or sensitive matters
Ability to multitask while maintaining accuracy and efficiency
Experience with interpreting collective agreements, union bargaining and negotiation
Previous experience overseeing HR in a unionized environment
This is an excluded position.
Please note that we appreciate and thank every applicant for applying to this role; however, due to the high number of applications, we will contact those only who are shortlisted.
IATSE is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to creating a diverse environment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, ****** orientation, national origin, genetics disability, or age.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $120,000.00-$140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Casual dress
Dental care
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Paid time off
RRSP match
Vision care
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
Burnaby, BC V5K 4V4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:
human resources: 5 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2026-07-29
1640 Boundary Road, Burnaby, BC V5K 4V4
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Employee assistance program
Life insurance
Vision care
Dental care
Disability insurance
Paid time off
Casual dress
Full job description
The Organization:
IATSE Local 891 consists of over 9,000 professional artists and technicians who work in film and television production in BC. We support all genres of production at all budget levels and have made some of the biggest feature films and some of the longest-running and most successful television series ever screened.
We are seeking a Full-Time Manager of Human Resources to join our team with opportunities for advancement. The hours of work are Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, onsite.
Primary Function:
The successful candidate will report directly to the President and be primarily responsible for leading the design, development, and implementation of Human Resources infrastructure to ensure the effective delivery of IATSE 891 HR services.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Collaborates with senior leadership to develop HR policies and strategies
Manage the talent acquisition process: job postings, interviewing and hiring process including the preparation and scheduling of interviews, and profile creation by working closely with senior leadership
Supports the management of the overall training program for excluded and unionized employees of IATSE 891
Serves as the workplace bullying and harassment complaint officer
Provide support and consultation regarding legal items
Ensure compliance with respective jurisdictions, legislative requirements
Tracking, monitoring, and support of key HR systems: onboarding, training, performance reviews, vacations, health and safety, etc. This includes providing performance management coaching to managers, leadership, and elected officials/officers
Manage any work-related claims including WorkSafeBC
Oversees disability management and work place accommodations for IATSE 891 employees
Co-Chair of the JOSH committee
Collaborates with occupational health and safety personnel to support employee wellness and workplace safety programs
Supports collective bargaining and negotiations
Will be the Privacy Officer and advises on CASL
Other tasks and duties as assigned
Qualifications:
University degree or diploma in HR
Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) would be an asset
Knowledge of Canadian and Provincial employment/labour laws, including Human Rights code
Minimum of 5 years in previous progressive experience in HR
Proficient and detailed understanding of Microsoft Office Suite
Professional verbal and written communication skills
Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy in confidential and/or sensitive matters
Ability to multitask while maintaining accuracy and efficiency
Experience with interpreting collective agreements, union bargaining and negotiation
Previous experience overseeing HR in a unionized environment
This is an excluded position.
Please note that we appreciate and thank every applicant for applying to this role; however, due to the high number of applications, we will contact those only who are shortlisted.
IATSE is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to creating a diverse environment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, ****** orientation, national origin, genetics disability, or age.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $120,000.00-$140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Casual dress
Dental care
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Paid time off
RRSP match
Vision care
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
Burnaby, BC V5K 4V4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:
human resources: 5 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2026-07-29
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Manager of Human Resources position is now open for candidates interested in the Human Resource (HR) Jobs sector. This role in Burnaby offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Human Resource (HR) Jobs is a plus.
