HR Assistant

Analytical Solutions (Part of ALS Limited); Burnaby; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization where your contributions matter! This full-time role in the Human Resource Department offers a chance to engage in various administrative and recruitment tasks. You'll support employee relations and ensure adherence to recruitment standards while fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. With competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits, including medical and wellness programs, this position is ideal for those looking to grow their career in a supportive environment. Embrace the opportunity to make a positive impact in a global leader in scientific testing.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement and wellness programs

Additional vacation days for tenure

Support for education or training after 9 months

Access to learning and development resources

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service or office administration is a plus.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle escalations.

Responsibilities

• Respond to routine calls & emails from employees.
• Support recruitment activities and coordinate new hire orientations.
• Maintain and update employee files and HR documentation.

Skills

English communication skills

Customer service skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Confidentiality

Education

Diploma or university degree

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Visio

Job description

Imagine your future with us!

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join ALS, you join a purpose and values-driven team that empowers you to innovate, create, and thrive. Our global team is passionate and committed to solving some of the world’s most complex problems for a safer, healthier world.

About The Role

On-site | Full-time

This position assists in recruiting, administrative functions, employee relations, and communications within the ALS Human Resource Department.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to routine calls & emails from employees.
• Handle requests for information from external sources (reference checks, personnel files, wage info).
• Support recruitment activities.
• Ensure adherence to recruitment policies and standards.
• Assist with offer letters and coordinate new hire orientations.
• Maintain and update employee files and HR documentation.
• Organize employee relations events and manage HR intranet content.
• Support organizational development initiatives and other HR projects.
• Observe safety regulations and comply with ALS policies.
• Ensure invoices are correctly coded and processed.
• Assist with recognition and reward programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

About You

• Excellent English communication skills.
• Strong customer service, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Judgment, creativity, integrity, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.
• Ability to handle escalations and time-sensitive issues.

Required Qualifications

• Diploma or university degree preferred.
• Experience in customer service or office administration is a plus.

Physical Demands

• Sitting at a desk for general office work.
• Using a computer screen for up to 8 hours daily.
• Communicating via phone and email.

Working at ALS

Our people are our most valuable asset. We foster a diverse, inclusive community committed to making a difference. We support your growth and development, offering opportunities to advance your career and leadership skills.

Our Benefits Include

• Hourly pay from $24.07-$25.28, based on skills and experience.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, insurance, retirement, and wellness programs.
• Additional vacation days for tenure.
• Support for education or training after 9 months.
• Access to learning and development resources.

Benefits vary by employee status.

About ALS

ALS is a global leader in scientific testing, serving clients worldwide across various industries. We utilize advanced technologies to deliver high-quality testing services and insights for a safer, healthier world.

Everyone Matters

ALS is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities, with accommodations available upon request.