HR & Onboarding Coordinator — Growth & Impact

Canada Cartage Group; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted hotels

Car rentals

Gym memberships

Fun events and initiatives

Job summary

A prominent logistics provider in Mississauga is seeking an HR Administrative Assistant. You will support HR functions including recruiting, onboarding, and employee relations. The ideal candidate has at least a year of HR experience and holds a degree in human resources or business administration. Benefits include career growth opportunities, employee recognition programs, and fun events throughout the year. Join a reputable company recognized for its commitment to diversity and community involvement.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in HR or a related administrative role.
• Knowledge of HR practices, employment laws, and employee relations.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to handle sensitive information confidentially.

Responsibilities

• Process leaves of absence accurately and in a timely manner.
• Prepare employment-related correspondence, such as resignation letters.
• Oversee and coordinate the employee uniform program.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or College diploma in human resources or Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

HR software

Job description

• Position #: 1779

Why you’ll love Canada Cartage

An iconic Canadian company with over 100 years of helping companies grow and succeed in Canada, we provide national dedicated fleet solutions, general freight services, managed transportation, fulfillment & distribution, and home delivery. With a national network of terminals, cross-docks, and distribution centers, we are one of Canada’s largest and most trusted supply chain service providers. Driven to exceed customer expectations and supported by technology and innovation, we bring simplicity to complex logistics challenges.

We work with intelligent and focused leaders who are driven to create an outstanding customer experience in partnership with leading Canadian brands. Canada Cartage is deep-rooted in family values with an entrepreneurial culture where ideas are welcomed, growth is fostered and high performance is championed. A recognized leader, founded in 1914, Canada Cartage dominates the industry by delivering innovative fleet solutions.

Position Summary

Provides administrative support to one or more human resources functions, including recruiting, onboarding, employee/labor relations, compensation, benefits, disability management, training, and/or employee records. Play's a crucial part in facilitating communication between employees and management, addressing HR-related inquiries, and supporting HR initiatives to ensure a positive and compliant work environment

Schedule:40 hours Monday to Friday

What you will do

• Process leaves of absence accurately and in a timely manner.
• Prepare employment-related correspondence, such as resignation letters and job abandonment notifications.
• Generate and provide client-requested reports.
• Respond to inquiries from client groups promptly and professionally.
• Onboarding drivers and assisting with orientation
• Oversee and coordinate the employee uniform program
• Monitor, track, and report employee attendance using an HRIS platform
• Provide administrative and operational support across a range of human resource functions

What You’ll Bring

• 1 year of experience in HR or a related administrative role.
• Bachelor’s degree or College diploma in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Transportation industry experience is an asset.
• Knowledge of HR practices, employment laws, and employee relations.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with HR software is a plus.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to handle sensitive information confidentially.

Along with the following Skills & Competencies:

• Time management
• Highly organized
• Communication
• Accuracy
• Detailed oriented
• Reliable
• Problem solving
• Service oriented
• Ability to conduct presentations
• MS Office Suite
• Knowledge of Canadian employment legislation
• Familiarity with HRIS

Why people love working for Canada Cartage

• Cohesive team and a positive, hard-working atmosphere.
• Meaningful opportunities for career growth.
• Company wide recognition initiatives designed to recognize employees when they demonstrate outstanding customer service, teamwork and our core values.
• Perks - discounted hotels, car rentals, entertainment, gym memberships, phone plans, electronics, to name a few
• Fun events throughout the year, like summer barbeques and driver-appreciation week that regularly bring us together.
• We give back to the communities in which we operate by volunteering and donating to local charities.
• We are a strong company that weathers the storm through pandemics and recessionary periods, so that we can benefit from good economic environments.

We are a top employer!

• Canada Cartage has been recognized on the Forbes list of Canada’s Best Employers for six straight years in a row.
• Trucking HR has announced that Canada Cartage has again been selected for the 8th year in a row, as one of Canada’s Top Fleet Employers. In addition, we have been recognized as an Employer of Distinction for the 4th year in a row. This serves to reinforce Canada Cartage’s reputation as an employer of high quality.
• We’ve been acknowledged by Forbes 2023, as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity

Come work with an industry leader!

• Canada Cartage is committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA). We are determined to meet the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA at any point in your application or employment duration, please let us know.
• We would like to thank all those expressing an interest in this position; however, only the candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Committed to employment equity, Canada Cartage Systems LP encourages applications from Aboriginal people, members of visible minority groups, and women.