Director HR - Pacific

About Us

Matson has been the leading ocean shipping and logistics provider throughout the Pacific since 1882. We are the supply chain lifeline for Hawaii, Alaska, Guam, and islands of the South Pacific. We also offer the top two ocean shipping services in the world's largest trade lane - Asia to the U.S. West Coast. With our subsidiaries Matson Terminals and Matson Logistics, our business focus is exceeding customer expectations with quality, reliability, and integrity.

We strive to operate in an environmentally sustainable manner and promote land-based environmental programs in Hawaii, Guam, and Alaska. We help improve the communities in which we work and live through our community giving program that annually supports hundreds of local organizations.

Matson is honored to be certified as a Great Place to Work. Our team of dedicated and talented employees consistently deliver exceptional results for our customers and the communities in which we serve.

Learn more at matson.com.

About the Role

The Director, Human Resources - Pacific position is the local HR leader for Matson's operations in the Pacific including the Hawaiian islands, Guam, New Zealand, and Okinawa. Provides strategic planning, direction and advice on employee and labor relations, talent management, performance and development processes, recruitment and staffing, and application of HR policies and practices to meet specific team and business operation needs. Participates in labor negotiations and represents the Company in grievances and employment issues.

What you'll do:

• Provide company leaders with advice on key business objectives and execute on those strategies to solve business challenges.
• Lead the Pacific Division by proactively working with management to build and execute on talent and workforce plans to deliver business results.
• Coach and develop managers and leaders to build strong teams and provide feedback on personal development and leadership effectiveness.
• Drive performance management and the talent planning process to help identify, develop, and retain key talent.
• Conduct employee engagement surveys and facilitate action plans to address identified target areas.
• Develop a deep understanding of Matson's businesses and competitive strategies to ensure HR support and services compliment needs of the Company and the employees.
• Manage and resolve complex labor and employee relations issues, including handling union grievances.
• Provide direction and support to management regarding the interpretation of policies, procedures, and collective bargaining agreements.
• Work with other HR groups (Total Rewards, Compliance, HRIS, etc.) to deliver required expertise, resources, and services to meet organizational goals and business objectives.

In addition to those essential job functions identified above, individuals in this position are also responsible for performing other duties or tasks that may be assigned. The Company retains the discretion to add to or change the essential job functions of this position at any time.

You have these skills:

• Working knowledge of HR and benefit laws and regulations including workers' compensation, disability plans, pension and wage administration, affirmative action, labor relations and SOX.
• Understanding of general business principles and practices; demonstrated ability to create HR solutions to meet business needs
• Proficient at Windows-based operations, including MS Office.
• Experience using HRIS and ATS systems, experience with Workday and/or Jobvite preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TWIC.

And these qualifications:

• BA/BS degree required, advanced degree desired.
• 7+ years of progressive HR experience in human resources including, but not limited to, employee and labor relations, performance management, recruiting and selection, and talent management.
• 3 years HR leadership/management experience
• Minimum of 3 years' experience working with labor unions, including negotiations, interpretation, and implementation of Collective Bargaining Agreements.

You're also great at:

• Strong written and oral communication skills, with an emphasis on tact and diplomacy
• Ability to drive change in an effective manner
• Strong coaching and counseling skills

Extra credit if you have:

• PHR, SPHR or SHRM certification preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting 50 minutes per hour
• Walking 30 minutes per hour
• Standing 30 minutes per hour
• Lifting up to 30 lbs.
• Domestic and international travel (neighbor islands, US Mainland, Guam, New Zealand, Okinawa).
• Able to respond after regular business hours.

The annual salary range is posted for this position in Hawaii. The salary offered will depend upon qualifications and other operational considerations.

**At this time, we are not considering fully remote employees.**

At Matson, we're looking for people to build a unified team to maintain our values of trust, integrity, and reliability. We welcome people who think rigorously and thoughtfully challenge assumptions.

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Matson is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, AIDS/HIV status, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, including, but not limited to, the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances.
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