Human Resources Business Partner

Who We Are:

Food Cycle Science Corporation (FCS) is on a mission to change the way the world thinks about food waste. We design, build, and distribute innovative food waste management solutions that help households, businesses, and municipalities reduce their environmental impact. Our technology transforms everyday food scraps into nutrient-rich, garden-ready fertilizer - diverting waste from landfills, cutting greenhouse gas emissions, and lowering the cost of waste management.

As a pioneer in a rapidly growing, sustainability-driven sector, we are shaping the future of how communities manage organic waste. Our products are used around the world, and our team thrives in an environment that is fast-paced, collaborative, and full of opportunity. If you are energized by meaningful work, real innovation, and the chance to make a global impact, you will feel right at home at Food Cycle Science.

We are currently seeking a Human Resources Business Partner (15-Month Term) to join our team as a maternity leave replacement, with an anticipated start date of April 2026. Visit our website at  for more information on our product offerings. To learn more about our recent awards, please see below:

Awards:

• Deloitte Fast 50 Canada 2024 = #7 Clean Technology
• Deloitte Fast 50 Canada 2023 = #9 Clean Technology
• Deloitte Fast 500 North America 2024 = #187
• Deloitte Fast 500 North America 2023 = #304
• Globe and Mail's Top Growing Companies in Canada 2024 = #66
• Globe and Mail's Top Growing Companies in Canada 2023 = #108
• Top 20 Ottawa's Fastest Growing Companies 2024 (#19)
• Top 10 Ottawa's Fastest Growing Companies 2023 (#5)

What You Will Do:

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) serves as the organization's sole HR leader and strategic advisor, partnering closely with the Leadership Team to align people strategies with business objectives. This role owns the full employee lifecycle for a growing organization and operates with a high degree of independence, accountability, and discretion.

As a member of the Leadership Team, the HRBP provides guidance on organizational design, workforce planning, performance management, total rewards, employee relations, and compliance, while fostering a high-performance, values-driven culture that supports sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the organization's senior HR leader and trusted advisor to the CEO, CFO, and Leadership Team.
• Translate business strategy into scalable people programs that support growth, engagement, and performance.
• Lead all employee relations matters, including performance management, investigations, terminations, and conflict resolution.
• Ensure compliance with Ontario employment legislation, workplace health and safety, and federal requirements, including leaves, accommodations, WSIB, and immigration matters.
• Design and lead the performance management framework and coach leaders on effective people management and difficult conversations.
• Own end-to-end talent acquisition, including workforce planning, recruitment, hiring, and employer branding initiatives.
• Lead compensation, benefits, and total rewards programs to ensure internal equity and external competitiveness.
• Own HR operations, systems, records, policies, and reporting, ensuring strong governance and data integrity.
• Lead onboarding, offboarding, and continuous improvement of the employee experience.
• Lead people programs, organizational change initiatives, and culture-building efforts in a sole-practitioner environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Core Competencies:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive human resources experience in a business partnering or HR leadership role, including experience as a senior HR generalist or HR Business Partner; prior experience as the sole HR practitioner is a strong asset.
• Proven ability to partner with senior leaders, providing practical and strategic guidance on workforce planning, performance management, employee relations, and organizational growth.
• Strong working knowledge of Ontario employment legislation, health and safety requirements, and HR best practices.
• Experience across the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, compensation, benefits, and offboarding.
• Highly self-directed with the ability to independently own the HR function while balancing strategic priorities and day-to-day execution.
• Strong judgment, discretion, and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and influence across the organization.

What We Have to Offer You:

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Annual Health Care Spending Account (HCSA) for added flexibility in health coverage
• Expanded mental-health and medical-practitioner support for employees and their dependents
• Competitive base salary
• Flexible vacation and paid time off
• Central Ottawa office location, with a minimum of four days per week in the office (subject to change)
• A FoodCycler unit for your own kitchen
• Regular social events and team-building activities for all team members

To Apply:

Please take the time to tell us about yourself in a cover letter – we want to hear your story – your background, your accomplishments, and why this role is a good fit for you.

Please submit your cover letter and résumé to our online portal by February 17, 2026. All applications will be acknowledged, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Food Cycle Science will use automated tools to support initial screening; however, all hiring decisions are ultimately made by our team. The expected annual salary range for this role is $90,000 to $115,000.
Final compensation will be determined based on qualifications, experience, and applicable internal compensation frameworks. This posting will remain active on our website until the search process is complete.

Food Cycle Science Corporation is committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Please contact us in confidence at  and provide notice in advance if you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process. All requests for accommodation(s) will be considered in a fair and objective manner that will ensure applicants are treated with respect and dignity.