HR Coordinator (Contract for 12 months)

Socket.dev; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

First Onsite is seeking an HR Coordinator to support the full employee lifecycle and day-to-day HR queries. This 12-month contract role in Mississauga requires attention to detail, confidentiality, and superb customer service to ensure accurate HR processes and timely documentation across Canada.

You will assist with onboarding, screenings, policy updates, and HR system updates while coordinating inquiries from leaders and staff, contributing to a compliant, people-focused operation.

Qualifications

• Two to three years of experience in administrative support or human resources.
• Experience with HR systems or applicant tracking systems; ISolved or ADP preferred.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work professionally with employees and leaders.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills with the ability to manage high-volume transactions.
• Strong organization, prioritization, and time management abilities.
• Ability to research information, interpret policies, and apply standards independently.
• Understanding of employment standards as they relate to HR processes.
• Post-secondary education in HR, business administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Bilingual fluency in French and English preferred, depending on regional requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support the full employee life cycle by processing transactions for hires, transfers, promotions, and terminations.
• Complete accuracy checks, maintain personnel files, and coordinate pre-employment screenings.
• Respond to HR inquiries, route offer approvals, and prepare letters.
• Support onboarding, training administration, and HR system updates.
• Assist with departmental projects that enhance HR programs and ensure compliant support.

Skills

HR experience

HRIS/ATS experience

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

organization & time management

policy & compliance research

employment standards knowledge

HR education

bilingual (French & English)

Education

Post-secondary education in HR or related field

Tools

ISolved

ADP

Job description

Please note that this is a contract role - 12 months.

Are you organized, detail-focused, love HR and enjoy helping teams run smoothly? Do you take pride in accuracy, confidentiality, and supporting employees throughout their HR journey? If that sounds like you, our HR Coordinator role could be the next great step in your career. You will support key HR processes, assist employees and leaders with day-to-day inquiries, and help keep our people operations running efficiently.

You'll have opportunities to learn, grow, and build a lasting career across Canada in a culture that values care, collaboration, and doing the right thing. If you thrive in a team environment and want to make a meaningful difference, we'd love to hear from you.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN HR COORDINATOR

As an HR Coordinator, you support the full employee life cycle by preparing and processing transactions for new hires, transfers, promotions, and terminations. You will complete accuracy checks, maintain personnel files, coordinate pre-employment screenings, and ensure all documentation is submitted on time. Each day, you will respond to HR inquiries, route offer approvals, prepare letters, and support updates in our HR systems. You will also assist with onboarding, training administration, policy updates, and departmental projects that enhance our HR programs. Your strong attention to detail, professionalism, and customer service mindset help ensure employees and leaders receive consistent and compliant support.

Qualifications

• Two to three years of experience in administrative support or human resources
• Experience with HR systems or applicant tracking systems; ISolved or ADP preferred
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work professionally with employees and leaders
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills with the ability to manage high-volume transactions
• Strong organization, prioritization, and time management abilities
• Ability to research information, interpret policies, and apply standards independently
• Understanding of employment standards as they relate to HR processes
• Post-secondary education in HR, business administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Bilingual fluency in French and English preferred, depending on regional requirements

Who We Are

At First Onsite, the work we do every day makes a real impact. WE help communities rebuild and families recover after unexpected events. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive health and dental benefits, and RRSP matching because we believe in taking care of our people.

Let's Rebuild Together

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In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and the Ontario Human Rights Code, First Onsite Restoration will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources or the Hiring Manager of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.