Human Resources Business Partner

Joining Suncor means you will work for one of the best companies in Canada, providing tremendous future potential where talented people thrive and lead. As our business evolves, so do our employment opportunities. Our work culture includes a dynamic mix of professionals, with a diversity of skills and expertise.

As a detail-oriented and collaborative Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP), you will support Suncor's operations and business leaders at our Base Plant site. This role is responsible for offering strong HR guidance on various issues, ensuring alignment with company policies, and fostering strong relationships with internal stakeholders to enhance the overall business environment.

- University degree or diploma and minimum of 5 years HR generalist experience; CPHR designation preferred

- Experience managing complex human resources issues within a unionized environment, including the resolution of legal and employment standards complaints, administration of grievances, and conducting comprehensive investigations from initiation through to final recommendations

- Experienced in delivering core HR services and leading key cycles such as compensation, succession planning, and workforce planning

- Ability to identify service improvement opportunities and innovative methodologies, providing strategic and actionable recommendations to clients and HR stakeholders

- Strong internal consulting capability with excellent interpersonal skills, adaptability, and the ability to build relationships quickly while working independently

- Proficient in conflict resolution through strong listening and mediation skills

Responsibilities:

- Deliver core HR support in retention, engagement, succession planning, performance management, and policy guidance

- Improve HR operations through policy optimization, program enhancements, and development of training solutions in leadership, performance, and career growth

- Lead HR projects and cross-functional initiatives while monitoring industry trends to maintain competitiveness

- Assess risks and recommend solutions aligned with business needs

- Apply expertise and relationships to deliver effective HR services

- Support organizational design and effectiveness for client groups

- Act as a trusted advisor, ensuring alignment on complex assignments with HR peers and business leaders

- Make independent decisions in planning, organizing, and completing challenging assignments

Location and other Key Details:

- You will work out of our Base Plant Mine in Fort McMurray, Alberta

- If you reside outside of Fort McMurray, relocation of your primary residence to within 60 km of Fort McMurray is mandatory; relocation support will be provided

- Hours of work are a regular 40-hour work week, Monday to Friday

- Our business professional roles follow internal compensation guidelines and the pay band will generally be based years of experience and scope of work

- To learn more about living and working in Fort McMurray, click here

Why Suncor?

Suncor's operations include oil sands development, production and upgrading; offshore oil and gas; petroleum refining in Canada and the U.S.; and the company's Petro-Canada retail and wholesale distribution networks (including Canada's Electric Highway™, a coast-to-coast network of fast-charging electric vehicle stations).

With a strong strategy for growth and our long-standing approach to sustainability, operational excellence, capital discipline and technology and innovation, Suncor offers a solid foundation for you to continue building your career. We offer rewarding opportunities for you to learn, contribute and grow in a variety of career-building positions – all of which means tremendous potential for your future. We are focused on deepening our commitment to inclusion and diversity and creating a respectful workplace.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels valued and respected. We have numerous employee inclusion networks to help foster an inclusive and respectful culture and drive positive change within Suncor. Current networks include both workplace inclusion networks (focusing on inclusion and respect for all), and identity-focused networks (focusing on building community and a sense of belonging and allyship). Through the Journey of Reconciliation, we are progressing the way we think and act to build greater mutual trust and respect with the Indigenous Peoples in Canada. Please note we will consider accessibility accommodations to applicants upon request.