Human Resources Business Partner

HMSHost is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner I (Temporary - 1 Year Term) at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to support operations within a dynamic airport-based environment. This role is responsible for executing HR policies, procedures, and people strategies as directed by the People & Culture leadership team, while partnering closely with Operations leaders to support business objectives.

• Lead HR activities for an airport or cluster of locations (under 600 team members) within Food & Beverage operations
• Manage the full employee lifecycle including recruitment, onboarding, engagement, development, retention, and offboarding
• Serve as a trusted advisor to Operations leaders on HR policies, employee relations, engagement, and performance matters
• Provide HR policy guidance and ensure consistent interpretation across teams
• Partner with regional leadership to analyze workforce trends and recommend strategic HR solutions
• Manage employee relations issues proactively, including investigations and documentation
• Support labour relations activities including grievances, arbitrations, and contract administration
• Ensure compliance with company policies, employment legislation, and internal standards
• Promote a positive workplace culture focused on engagement, learning, and continuous improvement

• 5+ years of HR experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• 2–4 years in a leadership or HR generalist/HRBP capacity preferred
• Experience in hospitality, food & beverage, or retail environments preferred
• Unionized environment experience strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of HR functions including employee relations, recruitment, training, compensation, and benefits
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to handle confidential matters with professionalism and discretion
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and HR systems (HRIS)

• This is a 1-year temporary position
• Requires on-site presence at assigned location(s) 5 days per week
• May require up to 50% travel

Avolta, including Dufry, HMSHost Corporation, Hudson, and affiliates (“the Company”), is an equal opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity in all aspects of employment and to comply with anti-discrimination laws and regulations. The Company prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal opportunities to applicants and team members without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, age, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, national origin, disability, military service and veteran status, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances (referred to as “protected characteristics”).