People & Culture Manager
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The Opportunity
Maritime Launch Services is a Canadianowned commercial space company building Spaceport Nova Scotia near the communities of Canso Hazel Hill and Little Dover in the Municipality of Guysborough Nova Scotia. Our mission is to deliver satellite launch services that strengthen Canadas position in the global space economy and enable sovereign access to space.
We are now entering an exciting phase of growth moving from planning to sustained delivery: scaling the organization strengthening partnerships and preparing for ongoing launch operations. If you are motivated by ambitious nationbuilding work and want to help create something that has never existed in Canada before this is the moment to join.
As our People & Culture Manager you will play a pivotal role in shaping the team culture and people practices that will power Canadas first commercial spaceport. Working closely with the CEO you will help design a unique skills and certification framework to prepare future operations staff to work safely and effectively with propulsion systems critical equipment and other technologies essential to rocket launch activities. While the technical training content will be developed by the CEO you will build the structure around how this learning is delivered recognized and supported across the organization.
You will also lead recruitment efforts to hire the team that will staff Spaceport Nova Scotia creating highquality jobs and contributing to economic opportunity in Canso and surrounding communities. Were looking for someone who not only brings strong HR capability but also genuinely cares about the positive impact this work will have in a rural community.
Following the initial buildout phase this role will transition into steadystate HR leadership: managing daytoday HR operations supporting employee relations and guiding the ongoing development of a strong missiondriven culture.
What youll do
Responsibilities
As the HR Manager you will play a central role in shaping a positive highperforming workplace. Your responsibilities will include:
Recruitment & Talent Acquisition
Lead endtoend recruitment activities from workforce planning to onboarding to ensure the organization attracts and hires exceptional talent.
Learning & Development Strategy
Design and implement a learning and development framework that supports continuous growth builds capability and aligns with longterm organizational goals.
HR Administration & Compliance
Oversee accurate and efficient HR administration including records management policy upkeep and compliance with employment legislation and internal standards.
Employee Relations
Provide guidance and support on employee relations matters fostering a respectful inclusive and wellsupported workplace culture.
Payroll & Benefits
Administer accurate and timely payroll and benefits processes ensuring employees are wellsupported through clear communication reliable service and a seamless overall experience.
What youll need
Qualifications
Essential Qualifications
- 5 years of experience in an HR Generalist HR Business Partner or equivalent role supporting a diverse workforce
- Strong background in recruitment and workforce planning
- Solid understanding of employment legislation and HR best practices in Nova Scotia and across Canada
- Proven strength in employee relations conflict resolution and building trust at all levels
- Highly organized with strong capabilities in HR administration policy development and recordkeeping
- Ability to work effectively with senior leadership including the CEO on strategic people and culture initiatives
- Demonstrated ability to thrive in a dynamic evolving environment where systems and processes are being built for the first time
- Strong interpersonal skills and a genuine interest in supporting rural economic development
- High level of discretion professionalism and confidentiality
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience providing leadership or mentorship or peoplemanagement experience
- CPHR designation (or candidate)
- Experience developing or supporting training frameworks competency models or certification pathways particularly in technical or safetysensitive environments.
- Knowledge of occupational health and safety (OHS) practices or experience working within regulated or highrisk environments.
- Experience contributing to HR process development during a growth startup or scaleup phase.
- Experience recruiting for technical operational or specialized roles.
Additional Requirements
- Availability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends as needed to support events and critical milestones.
- Willingness to travel to and from Maritime Launch HQ stakeholder events and the Spaceport Nova Scotia site.
A little bit about us
Maritime Launch Services
Maritime Launch Services is a Canadian-owned commercial space company building Spaceport Nova Scotia near the communities of Canso Hazel Hill and Little Dover in the Municipality of Guysborough Nova Scotia. Our mission is to deliver satellite launch services that strengthen Canadas position in the global space economy and enable sovereign access to space.
Maritime Launch is a public company trading on the Cboe CA under the ticker MAXQ.
Are you interested
Work With Us
At Maritime Launch Services youll be part of something truly groundbreaking. Heres what you can look forward to when you join our team:
Contribute to the Future of Canadas Aerospace Industry
As part of Canadas first commercial spaceport operator youll play a role in advancing the nations aerospace sector. Join a company thats pushing boundaries embracing innovation and building a legacy in Canadian space technology.
Make a Meaningful Impact in Rural Nova Scotia
Your work will contribute to real economic development within Canso and surrounding communities helping shape sustainable opportunities and growth for the region.
Build and Shape Our Culture
This role offers the chance to create and grow a full HR program from the ground up. Youll help define the culture and practices that will shape our future as we scale.
Work With a Collaborative and Passionate Team
Were a group of people who genuinely enjoy working together. Youll be supported by colleagues who are dynamic missiondriven and dedicated to achieving big goals.
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive salary based on job-related knowledge skills education and experience
- Comprehensive medical vision and dental coverage
- Short and long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance parental leave benefits and various other benefits
Our Commitment to Equity
Maritime Launch Services is committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and encourage applications from individuals who identify as Indigenous African Nova Scotian members of racialized communities women persons with disabilities and 2SLGBTQIA persons. We are committed to equitable hiring practices and creating a respectful safe and supportive working environment where every employee can thrive.
Join with us and make history in Canadas space industry! Submit your application today.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Restaurant Experience
- Customer Service
- Employee Evaluation
- Management Experience
- Math
- Employment & Labor Law
- Sanitation
- Leadership Experience
- P&L Management
- Mentoring
- Supervising Experience
- Restaurant Management
