HR Generalist / Safety Coordinator

Grand River Personnel Limited; Barrie; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Ontario is seeking a talented HR Generalist / Health and Safety Coordinator to oversee HR needs and maintain a robust Health and Safety program. The ideal candidate will possess a strong educational background, alongside 2 to 5 years of related experience. This full-time permanent role offers a competitive salary and benefits, promoting a safe and informed workplace for all employees. Candidates with proven abilities in policy management, workplace safety, and HR functions are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of relevant experience in HR and Health and Safety management.
• Experience managing workplace accidents and WSIB claims documentation.
• Ability to develop training programs that align with organizational goals.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general human resources needs and ensure maintenance of the Health and Safety program.
• Conduct full-cycle recruitment including posting, screening, and interviews.
• Manage all WSIB Claims, Reporting, Monitoring and related Compliance.

Skills

Administrative skills

Attention to detail

Organizational abilities

Interpersonal skills

Change management skills

Communication skills

Initiative

Ability to work under pressure

Education

University Degree or College Diploma in Human Resources Management

Job description

Our client in Kitchener-Waterloo is looking for a Human Resources professional with expertise in Health and Safety to join their team in a full-time permanent role!

As the HR Generalist you will oversee general human resources needs of the organization as well as ensuring the maintenance of the Health and Safety program and overall safety of all employees.

As the HR Generalist / Health and Safety Coordinator you will enjoy an annual salary of between 55-60K plus benefits and paid time off!

Required Skills :

• A University Degree or College Diploma in Human Resources Management or other related field with 2 to 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience managing a Health and Safety program and regularly updating company policies.
• Experience managing workplace accidents and WSIB claims documentation.
• Strong administrative skills with attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Experience in change management practices to effectively guide employees through transitions.
• Ability to develop training programs that align with organizational goals and employee needs.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to take initiative and perform requested tasks with minimal direction
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to facilitate, initiate, and communicate organizational vision.

Responsibilities : Human Resources :

• Support staff to ensure they adhere to HR policies
• Develop or update policies, annual review and postings
• Full-cycle recruitment including posting positions, screening resumes, conducting interviews and making hiring decisions.
• Guide Supervisors through the recruitment process and provide support for hiring decisions
• Process new employee orientation correspondence
• Forecast and organize weekly temporary staffing requirements and process weekly payroll
• Process bi-weekly payroll for full time employees
• Approve, manage and track employee status notices
• Manage long term disability claims with the assistance of payroll
• Process employee dental and medical benefits
• Maintain shift schedules, manage attendance and disciplinary program
• Deal with employee and management issues or concerns
• Wage analysis / competitive review / labour analysis / budget
• Maintain training matrix and planning
• Manage Attendance Tracker and Scanning Machine

Health and Safety :

• Maintain health and safety management system
• Participate in safety group and develop or update policies, review annually
• Maintain legislative requirements on Posting Board
• Maintain Qualified First Aiders and First Aid Room
• Manage all WSIB Claims, Reporting, Monitoring and related Compliance
• Monthly Workplace Audits (JHSC, Action Items, Minutes, Schedule)
• Waste Manifesting (MOE) through Panda Environmental
• Disciplinary Tracking and Documentations
• Pre-Start Health and Safety Reviews

If you have experience in the areas described above and this role appeals to you, send your resume to :

Grand River Personnel is committed to promoting accessibility for Ontarians with disabilities and complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and makes accommodations available for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. When an applicant for employment is chosen to participate in an assessment and / or the selection process, reasonable accommodations are available upon request in relation to the materials or processes to be used.