PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Motivated
and accomplished Vice President of Human Resources with more
than 10 years of experience providing resource and staffing
solutions. Adept in client, employee and stakeholder relations,
harnessing communication skills to train, educate and
collaborate with employees and managers to achieve multiple
objectives. Dedicated to leadership with a history of
successfully identifying opportunities for improvement,
implementing new processes, creating cost efficiencies, and
providing expertise and guidance toward business goals. Brings
tremendous focus and enthusiasm to
every
project. A
proven track record as a best practice influencer, team leader
and a HR operational guru who delivers optimal business results. |
KEY STRENGTHS AND
EXPERTISE |
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Employee & Labour Relations
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Project Management
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Research & Analysis
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Policy Development & Implementation
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Staff Engagement & Retention plus
Performance Management
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Independent Business Owner/Consultant
March 2016 – Present (1 year)
Strategic Human Resources Services Consulting
Vice President, Human Resources (contract)
February 2012 – February 2016 (4 years 1 month)
Zanchin Automotive Group
The largest privately owned Automotive Group in Ontario (33 Dealerships)
http://www.zanchinauto.com/
Reported to Executive Management Team (President, COO, EVP &
General Counsel)
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Oversee strategic planning and all employee and labour relations for
up to 1000 employees including staffing
compensation, benefit administration, performance management,
resource planning,
training/development, HRIS management, OHS&E management, and
Government Legislation compliance.
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Blends seasoned leadership and analytical skills with insight to
identify gaps, and implement cost-effective Human Resources & HRD
systems and programs, leading to increased productivity and employee
motivation.
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Create & lead employee and management training, ensuring compliance
with workplace government legislation.
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Develop and maintain policies, addressing key accountabilities and
competencies, and communicating with employees and management
providing feedback, addressing concerns and creating strategic
plans.
Accomplishments:
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Consistently identify emerging issues in the work place, industry,
and government, analyze how issues impact the company, employees or
working conditions, company goals and implement value-added
solutions.
Manager, Human Resources
September 2009 – December 2011 (2 years 4 months)
Terrasan Group of Companies
Environmental, Landfill, Recycling, Construction & Demolition Services &
Manufacturing
www.terrasan.com
Reported
to the President/Owner
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Performed within a Unionized Environment providing HR services for
up to 300 employees, demonstrating leadership, management and
communication skills to provide staffing solutions, compensation and
performance management, and occupational health and safety.
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Developed new training programs, applying knowledge of
organizational needs and standards to assist with employee
development and enhance employee performance.
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Reviewed, designed, and consulted on cost-efficient benefit
programs, using expertise in resource management to recommend
appropriate solutions and action plans.
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Collaborated with management to identify high-performing employees
and developed programs to stimulate employee growth, enhance
workplace productivity and profitability.
Accomplishment:
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Introduced corporate policies to enable formalized employee
policies, procedures and practices outlining harassment, progressive
discipline, and performance standards, monitoring and measurement
systems.
Manager, Human Resources
August 2000 – September 2009 (9 years 2 months)
5SENSES Design/Panigas Group
Construction, Design Build, Design, Project Management & Manufacturing
www.5senses.ca
Reported to the President /Owner
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Analyzed salary reports to yield competitive compensation plans,
utilizing data analysis and human resources expertise for 600
Employees.
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Provided advice and consultation to managers and worksites on
policies regarding equal employment opportunities, training, safety,
compensation, and employee benefits, demonstrating effective
writing, speaking and collaboration skills to write directives and
deliver presentations on recommendations.
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Recruited, interviewed, tested, and selected employees to fill
vacant positions and meet business growth staffing needs.
Accomplishment:
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Reduced WSIB claims and costs by conducting safety inspections,
developed a safety manual, conducted weekly reports and safety
training seminars, leading to improved ESA and Safety compliance as
well as to enhanced employee relations, recruiting, and retention.
ADDITIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE
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Director, Human
Resources
Reported directly to the President and employed 600
Insurance Council of Canada
August 1997 – July 2000 (3 years)
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Director Human
Resources
Reported directly to the President and employed 375
Ontario Hydro Technologies
May 1996 – July 1997 (1 year 3 months) Toronto, Canada Area
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Consultant |
President | Owner
Employed 9
Strategic Human Resources Services
February 1994 – April 1996 (2 years 3 months) Toronto, Canada Area
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Director, Human
Resources
Reported directly to the President and employed 2500
Canadian Tire Petroleum
1987 – 1994 (7 years)
EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL
DEVELOPMENT
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Certified Human Resources Executive (C.H.R.E.):
Human Resources Professional Association
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Certified Human Resources Professional (C.H.R.P.):
Human Resources Professional Association of Ontario
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Certified Instructor:
Service/Quality (TQM), Front-Line Leadership (FFL), Team Building,
Quest Management Development, Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR),
Positive Employee Relations/Union Avoidance & How to Conduct
Successful Meetings.
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Personnel Administration Certificate: Centennial College
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Business Administration Diploma:
Ryerson Polytechnical Institute, Toronto
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Business Computer Skills:
e-commerce program development, HRIS (Integral, Banks & HRPlus),
Lotus SmartSuite & Lotus Notes, Microsoft Office,
Project Mgr, OrgPlus, Corel Draw, Internet/Web Page Development, and
Visio Charting.
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