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Senior Human Resources Business Partner People Operations Waterloo, Ontario


Company : Geotab Inc.


Location : Waterloo, Region of Waterloo


Created : 2025-10-17


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Overview Geotab is a global leader in IoT and connected transportation and certified Great Place to Work. We are a company of diverse and talented individuals who work together to help businesses grow and succeed, and increase the safety and sustainability of our communities. Geotab advances security, connects commercial vehicles to the internet and provides web-based analytics to help customers better manage their fleets. Our open platform and Geotab Marketplace offer hundreds of third-party solution options, enabling businesses to automate operations by integrating vehicle data with other data assets. Processing billions of data points daily, Geotab leverages data analytics and machine learning to improve productivity, optimize fleets, reduce fuel consumption, enhance driver safety and ensure regulatory compliance. Our team is growing and were looking for people who follow their passion, think differently and want to make an impact. Geotab offers a fast-paced, dynamic environment with opportunities to innovate, great benefits, and a fun and inclusive culture. Reach your full potential with Geotab. To see what its like to be a Geotabber, check out our blog and follow @InsideGeotab on Instagram. Join our talent network to learn more about job opportunities and company news. Who you are We are always looking for amazing talent who can contribute to our growth and deliver results. Geotab is seeking a Senior Human Resources Business Partner who will act as a trusted advisor to their designated business groups. If you love technology and are keen to join an industry leader, we would love to hear from you. What youll do As a Senior Human Resources Business Partner, your key area of responsibility will be developing and executing people strategy with respective business leaders to drive outcomes in the areas of employee engagement, workforce planning, talent development, compensation, culture and change management, and ensuring alignment with overall Geotab goals, policies and business initiatives. You will need to work closely with senior leaders within the functional group as coach and mentor. To be successful in this role you will be a strong team-player with the ability to engage with all levels of the organization. In addition, the successful candidate will have a well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation, conflict resolution, and relationship management skills. How youll make an impact Accountable for the strategic direction of HR support for designated functional group while ensuring strategic direction aligns with overall organizational strategy. Take a consultative and collaborative approach to support and provide HR solutions within their designated business groups. Participate, develop and execute HR strategies, goals, objectives and projects in support of Geotab growth, people development and increased engagement and retention. Partner with senior leaders within the functional group as coach and mentor. Collaborate with leaders to develop and monitor career path plans for employees, including compensation plans and performance goals. Support leadership in building a culture of open communication and feedback and ensure it cascades through all levels of the business line. Promote and cultivate positive and trusting relationships with leaders and employees to ensure Geotab culture exists within your business lines. Build relationships, advise and coach employees and leadership on HR practices. Proactively assess, diagnose and develop solutions to organizational challenges within designated business groups. Provide day-to-day performance management guidance to leadership (coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions). Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues, maintain appropriate records of investigations and advise stakeholders in the progression of such cases. Maintain in-depth knowledge of legislative requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks to ensure compliance. Develop, implement and administer new HR initiatives. Assist with the introduction of new or revised policies and process changes to ensure that teams are appropriately equipped and continuously supported in introducing and managing these changes. Work with leadership on process improvements, programs and policies and facilitating changes. Act as a strategic partner in the year-end KPA process. Collaborate with the HR team and department managers regarding recruitment needs and fulfillment. Gather and analyze data with useful HR metrics. Ensure cross-border consistency with handling of ER issues as legally allowable and report on performance management trends. Conduct effective, thorough and objective investigations when required; produce findings and recommend courses of action. Ensure strict adherence to Geotab policies on Google sharing rights to confidential HR/employee information. Provide expert project leadership and guidance to the team as HR Subject Matter Expert (SME). Provide direction, coaching and mentorship to the team; ensure other HRBPs or HRGs on the team are aligned with the strategy by providing direction and assigning tasks as needed. Support the development of the team by coaching, providing feedback, identifying areas of growth and training opportunities. Collaborate and support employees and leadership during the performance management process, meeting KPAs and career development planning. Support Geotab global strategic initiatives. What youll bring to the role Post-secondary Diploma/degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management or a related field. Professional certification in Human Resources is an asset. 5-8 years experience as an HR Business Partner, with several years in a senior capacity, ideally within the technology or high-growth sector. Experience with human resources policies and procedures. Comprehensive understanding of current HR legislation and employment standards. Strong business acumen and the ability to understand our business. CHRP or CHRL designation in good standing. Solid understanding of employee relations. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Technical competence using software programs, including Google Suite for business (Sheets, Docs, Slideshow). Please note : Geotab does not accept agency resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Geotab employees. Why job seekers choose Geotab Flex working arrangements Home office reimbursement program Baby bonus & parental leave top up program Online learning and networking opportunities Electric vehicle purchase incentive program Competitive medical and dental benefits Retirement savings program The above are offered to full-time permanent employees only How we work Geotab adopts a flexible hybrid working model with systems, programs and policies to support both in-person and virtual work. You are welcome and encouraged to come into our offices as often as you like. When working from home, a reliable internet connection with at least 50 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload is required. Virtual work is supported with cloud-based applications, collaboration tools and asynchronous working. Health and safety of employees is a top priority. We encourage work-life balance and maintain Geotab culture through online social events and collaboration spaces. Help shape the future of technology at Geotab. We believe diversity is fundamental to our growth and progress. Geotab encourages applications from all qualified individuals and is committed to accommodating people with disabilities during recruitment and assessment processes. If you require accommodation at any stage or want more information about our diversity, inclusion and accommodation policies, please contact . By submitting a job application, you acknowledge Geotabs collection, use and disclosure of your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy. #J-18808-Ljbffr