HR Advisor

Trench Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Group health benefits

Pension plan

Annual bonus

Job summary

Trench Canada is seeking a Human Resources Advisor to partner with production leaders in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, delivering day-to-day HR support and ensuring policy consistency.

You will lead onboarding, payroll, benefits, pension administration, and use AI-enabled tools to improve service delivery while maintaining data privacy and compliance.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of progressive Human Resources experience, preferably in manufacturing or unionized settings.
• College diploma or university degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• CHRP designation or active pursuit is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR partner for production employees and leaders, guiding policies and programs.
• Support employee relations, attendance, performance management, and conflict resolution with managers.
• Administer benefits and pension programs for unionized and non-union groups.
• Coordinate onboarding/offboarding and maintain accurate HRIS records.
• Leverage AI tools and analytics to improve HR processes and workforce insights.

Skills

HR experience

Employee relations

Performance management

Data analytics

Communication

Education

College diploma or university degree in HR or related

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office

AI tools

Job description

About Us

In Trench Canada, we deliver state-of-the-art, safe, and reliable instrument transformers, coils, and bushings for seamless energy transmission. With a legacy of customized engineering and innovation, we enable society to harness the power of electricity with reliability and performance. But we are more than just a company. We are a force for change, committed to advancing the energy sector through cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices. We genuinely care about continuous improvement, and our dynamic workplace values attention to detail and adaptability, fostering a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion where everyone is respected and truly valued.

On-site | Full time | Junior

In Trench Canada, we deliver state-of-the-art, safe, and reliable instrument transformers, coils, and bushings for seamless energy transmission. With a legacy of customized engineering and innovation, we enable society to harness the power of electricity with reliability and performance. But we are more than just a company. We are a force for change, committed to advancing the energy sector through cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices. We genuinely care about continuous improvement, and our dynamic workplace values attention to detail and adaptability, fostering a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion where everyone is respected and truly valued.

About Us

In Trench Canada, we deliver state-of-the-art, safe, and reliable instrument transformers, coils, and bushings for seamless energy transmission. With a legacy of customized engineering and innovation, we enable society to harness the power of electricity with reliability and performance. But we are more than just a company. We are a force for change, committed to advancing the energy sector through cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices. We genuinely care about continuous improvement, and our dynamic workplace values attention to detail and adaptability, fostering a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion where everyone is respected and truly valued.

Our Values

• Trust
• Responsibility
• Excellence
• Navigating Change
• Candor
• Humility

Overview

As a Human Resources Advisor at Trench Canada, you will serve as a trusted partner to production leaders and employees, providing day-to-day HR support within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will play a key role in fostering positive employee relations, supporting workforce effectiveness, and ensuring the consistent application of HR policies, programs, and collective agreement provisions. Working closely with production supervisors, managers, union representatives, and the HR team, you will provide practical HR guidance and solutions that enable business success while creating a positive employee experience. You will support a variety of HR functions including employee relations, recruitment, disability management, benefits and pension administration, workforce reporting, employee engagement initiatives, and the use of HR technology and AI-enabled solutions to improve service delivery.

Your Tasks

• Serve as the primary HR contact for production employees and leaders, providing guidance and support on workplace issues, policies, procedures, and programs.
• Partner with production supervisors and managers to address employee relations matters, attendance concerns, performance management, workplace conflict, and employee development opportunities.
• Support the consistent administration and interpretation of the Collective Bargaining Agreement and assist in resolving employee concerns and grievances.
• Coach and support front-line leaders in effectively managing people-related matters while ensuring compliance with company policies, employment legislation, and collective agreement requirements.
• Support employee engagement initiatives that promote a positive, respectful, and inclusive workplace culture.
• Lead onboarding and offboarding activities for hourly and salaried employees, ensuring a positive employee experience and smooth transition processes.
• Draft employment contracts, offer letters, disciplinary documentation, employee correspondence, and other HR-related communications.
• Administer employee benefits programs for unionized and non-unionized employee groups, including enrollments, changes, terminations, and annual renewal activities.
• Administer pension programs, including enrollment, retirement, and termination processes for both Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution plans.
• Coordinate short-term disability claims and support return-to-work programs in collaboration with employees, leaders, healthcare providers, and external vendors.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data to support compliance, reporting, and workforce planning activities.
• Generate, analyze, and interpret HR metrics and reports related to attendance, turnover, vacancies, overtime, and other workforce trends to support business decision-making.
• Leverage HR technologies, AI-powered tools, and data analytics to improve HR processes, enhance employee and leader self-service, generate workforce insights, and support data-driven decision-making.
• Utilize AI tools to draft communications, analyze workforce trends, support recruitment activities, develop training materials, and streamline administrative processes while ensuring data privacy and compliance requirements are maintained.
• Identify opportunities to automate routine HR processes and recommend technology-driven solutions that improve efficiency, accuracy, and the employee experience.
• Collaborate with HR Business Partners and business leaders to implement HR initiatives that support organizational objectives, operational effectiveness, and continuous improvement.
• Participate in corporate and global HR projects and initiatives as required.

Requirements

• 2-4 years of progressive Human Resources experience, preferably in a unionized manufacturing environment.
• College diploma or university degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, or a related discipline.
• CHRP designation or active pursuit of a professional HR designation is considered an asset.
• Experience partnering directly with front-line leaders in employee relations, attendance management, performance management, and conflict resolution.
• Working knowledge of employment legislation, labour relations principles, collective agreement administration, and workplace investigations.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with the ability to establish credibility and influence across all levels of the organization.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems, Microsoft Office applications, and digital HR technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools, HR technology platforms, and workforce analytics to improve decision-making, problem-solving, and operational efficiency.
• Strong digital literacy with the ability to adapt to emerging technologies and continuously identify opportunities for process improvement and innovation.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and provide meaningful business insights.

We offer

In accordance with the Pay Transparency Act, we are committed to providing clear and accessible information about compensation for this role. The expected compensation range for this position is $60,000 to $80,000/ Annually. Actual compensation within this range will be determined based on several job-related factors, including relevant education, depth and breadth of experience, professional certifications or license, specialized skills aligned with the role, and internal equity considerations.

This role offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including paid vacation, group health benefits, pension plan, bonus, and additional employee programs.

• The opportunity to gain practical experience in the field of optical current measurement technology and sustainable energy transmission in an innovative company.
• You will work in a motivated team on forward-looking projects and gain insights into the latest technologies.
• Support from experienced professionals in handling the latest measurement technology.

Our Commitment to Inclusion and Accessibility

Trench is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation or support at any stage of the application or interview process, please contact us and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment

Trench uses artificial intelligence and automated tools as part of its recruitment and screening processes to support efficient and fair candidate evaluation.