Coreas Hazells Inc. is a leading diversified company with business operations in Auto, Building Supplies, Pharmacy, Insurance, Shipping, Brokerage and Tours with over 250 employees. Our dedicated team shares our values of innovation, continuous improvement, and service excellence. We believe in providing our employees with opportunities for growth and development, to help them reach their full potential, in an environment where everyone can thrive. We are therefore seeking to recruit a dynamic, results oriented Human Resources professional to join our Team as Employee Experience Manager.
Reporting to the Divisional Human Resources Manager (DHRM), the Employee Experience Managers (EEM) will assist with the day-to-day HR operations for Coreas Hazells Inc. and its subsidiaries and undertake the learning and Development Portfolio across GEL Building Supplies Division. As the Learning & Development Lead, the Employee Experience Manager’s objective is to optimize employees’ talents and assist them in developing to their full potential. The Employee Experience Manager’s focus is on the learner’s needs and the needs of the organization.
Key Areas of Responsibility:
- Support the DHRM in the development of a training strategy for the short and long term to be used to develop training and succession plans. Utilising techniques of training needs assessments, organisational needs, department needs and individual employee needs.
- In consultation with the DHRM, design and develop training and instructional material for in-house courses based on the department, organisation, and individual needs. Additionally, seek external facilitators and programs as required.
- Assist with the implementation of a comprehensive and sustainable employee engagement strategy for the Company in conjunction with Management and employees.
- Work with DHRM to develop and recommend initiatives based on the results of engagement surveys to continuously improve employee engagement.
- Assist with recruitment, selection, onboarding, and retention programmes in accordance with Company Policy and procedures.
- Assist with the mediation of difficult employee disputes, grievances and/or other interactions as a neutral party with a view to resolve and de-escalate conflicts among impacted parties.
- Assist with overseeing the Company’s performance appraisal system within the subsidiaries.
- Support management by ensuring compliance with OSH Act and & Group HSSE policies, provide education opportunities for employees on safety and health practices.
- Prepare and distribute internal communications, aimed at improving communication across the Company such as the Employee Newsletter.
- Demonstrate the expected behaviours of a Coreas Hazells Leader
Job Requirements
- Must possess at least a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Organizational Effectiveness or Business, or a related field; post graduate certificate in a related field will be an asset.
- At least 5 years of proven Human Resources leadership experience as an HR Generalist with at least 3 years at a Senior or Supervisory level.
Knowledge, Skills & Competencies
Must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:
- Human resources management
- Job description development
- Performance review methods and techniques
- Knowledge and experience of needs assessment, design, delivery, and evaluation of training.
- Employee recognition practices
- An understanding of relevant employment legislation
- Evidence of success in a human resources role in an environment which has included advising managers and handling day-to-day operational activities.
- Ability to travel throughout the Caribbean.
Personal Attributes
The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required to perform this role. Additionally, the successful candidate should possess the following attributes:
- Competitive
- Results-Driven
- Strong Intellect
- Trustworthy
- Change Agent
- Good interpersonal skills
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills
An attractive remuneration and benefits package is being offered commensurate with the candidates’ experience. Our benefits package includes participation in the Group Life, Medical Insurance and Pension Schemes and opportunities for training & development. Through our Employee Share Option Plan (ESOP) you have the opportunity to be a part-owner of GEL (where eligible)—let’s grow together!
Please send your resume by March 19th, 2024, to our Human Resources Department at coreas.hr@thegelgroup.com Please refer to the position of interest within the subject line of your email.
Please note that only suitable applicants will be acknowledged.