Vari Ghuman Sidhu, MBA,Hrm
About Vari Ghuman Sidhu, MBA,Hrm
Vari Ghuman Sidhu is an HR Business Partner at RST Industries with over seven years of experience in human resources across three continents. He holds an MBA in Human Resources and has worked in various HR roles, including recruitment and employee development.
Current Position at J.D. Irving
Currently, Vari Ghuman Sidhu serves as an HR Business Partner at J.D. Irving, Limited, specifically within RST Industries. Since joining in 2019, he has contributed to the Greater Toronto Area operations for five years. In this role, he employs a consultative approach to provide HR solutions that encompass inclusion, compensation, benefits, budget management, and employee development.
Previous Work Experience
Vari Ghuman Sidhu has accumulated extensive HR experience across various organizations. He worked as a Recruitment Consultant at Drake International from 2017 to 2019 in the Toronto area. Prior to that, he served as a Human Resources Administrative Specialist at Western Financial Group and MasterBrand Cabinets in Winnipeg. His career also includes a position as a Staffing Manager at Robert Half and a Social Media Specialist at 24-7 Intouch. Additionally, he completed a Management/HR internship at Fortis Healthcare in India.
Educational Background
Vari Ghuman Sidhu holds multiple degrees and certifications in the field of human resources and business management. He earned an MBA in Human Resources from the University of Sunderland from 2010 to 2012. He also achieved a Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management and a Management Certificate from the University of Winnipeg. His academic journey includes a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Application, Fine Arts, and English Literature from Guru Nanak Dev University, as well as a Master of Arts in English Language and Literature.
HR Strategies and Expertise
In his professional capacity, Vari Ghuman Sidhu develops and oversees full-cycle recruitment and branding strategies. He focuses on managing recruitment needs and building a robust candidate pipeline through networking, direct sourcing, referrals, and database mining. He advocates for the legalities of the Employment Standards Act (ESA) and federal labor laws, ensuring compliance in day-to-day operations and employee welfare. His approach leverages analytics to collaborate with business partners, generating insights and recommending learning solutions.
Volunteer Experience
Vari Ghuman Sidhu has also contributed to the community through volunteer work. He served as an Office Assistant (HR) at CPHR Manitoba (HRMAM) for one month in 2013. This experience reflects his commitment to the human resources profession and his willingness to support HR initiatives outside of his professional roles.