Operations Manager

Operations Manager Location: Guelph, ON, CA, N1G 2W1 Primary Category Page: Staff and Management Division: College of Engineering Requisition ID: 3083 Department: G360 This position is classified under the Grant & Trust Professional Group Select one of: Temporary full-time from 12/01/2026 to 11/30/2028 If you are a current employee of the University of Guelph you must apply on the internal Career Page in order to be considered as an internal applicant. Career Opportunities (sapsf.com) This role serves as a key liaison between faculty, researchers, staff, students, university departments, and external partners to ensure the Morwick G360 Groundwater Research Institute operates efficiently, safely, and in compliance with university policies and procedures. The Operations Manager will lead and coordinate the Institute's day-to-day administrative and operational activities across research, teaching, laboratory, and field environments. The Manager will: Develop and maintain operational procedures, systems, and best practices to support efficiency, compliance, and organizational effectiveness; Oversee facilities, procurement planning, inventory tracking; Coordinate logistics for research activities, fieldwork, travel, workshops, meetings, and special events; Support financial and operational administration and act as the primary liaison with university administrative units to ensure compliance and alignment with institutional policies; Provide senior administrative support to the Director, including confidential correspondence, calendar management, and meeting coordination. Serving as the primary HR resource for the Institute, the Manager will Provide guidance on policies, procedures, and employment practices; Lead recruitment and hiring processes, including onboarding, orientation, and training; Manage employee lifecycle processes, maintaining accurate and confidential personnel records; Support performance management, professional development, and workforce planning initiatives; Work with central HR to coordinate workplace accommodations, leave management, and matters related to employee relations; Oversee the health, safety, and risk management portfolio, managing health and safety compliance across laboratory, office and field operations, ensuring compliance with university requirements and applicable health and safety regulations. The Manager will also: Contribute to strategic planning related to staffing, infrastructure, operational growth, and resource allocation while identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency and service delivery; Coordinate internal communications, reporting, documentation, administrative workflows, and support data collection and analysis; Organize workshops, seminars, outreach initiatives, and stakeholder engagement activities; Provide backup support to Director's Office team members and affiliated faculty as required. Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Operations Management, Environmental Science, or a related discipline. An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered. Approximately 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in operations, administration, human resources, or organizational management within a university, research institute, or similarly complex organization. Experience coordinating administrative operations, facilities, staffing processes, and organizational workflows. Strong knowledge of human resources practices, employment standards, policy interpretation, and organizational procedures. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail. Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Proven ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with diverse stakeholders. Experience supporting health and safety compliance and operational risk management. Advanced proficiency…

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