Melanie Simpson

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ABOUT MELANIE SIMPSON

As a seasoned HR professional, I work closely with senior leadership to ensure strategy, development, and implementation of programs and policies are aligned with the overall organization’s objectives. Possess experience of working in public, private and multi-union environments. Leads an internal team to build the necessary infrastructure to attract, recruit, evaluate, nurture, reward staff, and create a safe and productive work environment. Leads the investigation and resolution of employee relations issues, conflicts in work groups, etc, and anticipates problems whenever possible, and develops, recommends, and initiates appropriate steps for resolution.ACHIEVEMENTS: Designed HR initiatives to align with corporate objectives Created and implemented the company multi-year (AODA) Accessibility Plan Developed and implemented the recruitment strategy for a new 350 bed Long-Term Care Facility Chaired the Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee Oversaw workplace investigations and coached managers on complex HR issues Played a key role in the development of workforce planning, succession planning, and full-cycle recruitment to address the organizations current and emerging needs Prepared and delivered numerous corporate trainings Advised on performance management and progressive discipline Possess solid understanding of the applicable legislation, including Human Rights Code, OHSA, ESA, LTCHA, WSIB, WHMS and Collective Agreements Experience working in public and private sectors, union and non-union environments