Human Resource Generalist Contract

Britespan Building Systems Inc; Wingham; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Britespan Building Systems Inc is seeking a Human Resources Generalist for a 24-month contract based in Wingham, Ontario. This in-person role covers full HR spectrum, from recruitment through to employee relations and policy development.

You will partner with leaders, support onboarding, performance management and compliance across jurisdictions, while maintaining confidential records and contributing to a positive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Human Resources or a related field.
• 2+ years of HR experience in a Generalist/Coordinator/Administrator role.
• Experience with recruitment and talent acquisition.
• Experience supporting employee relations and conflict resolution.
• Knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Experience with HRIS systems and/or Smartsheet is an asset.
• CHRP designation or working toward CHRP is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruitment, from job postings and interviews through to offers and employment contracts.
• Partner with leaders on hiring, onboarding and talent acquisition strategies.
• Serve as a trusted first point of contact for employees and leaders on HR-related questions and concerns.
• Support employee relations, performance management, attendance, accommodations and workplace issues.
• Assist with the development and implementation of HR policies, procedures and programs.
• Support compliance with employment legislation across the jurisdictions in which Britespan operates.
• Manage employee records and confidential HR information.
• Coordinate onboarding and help ensure new employees have a positive start.
• Support training and development initiatives, including mandatory compliance training.
• Manage WSIB claims, incident reporting and return-to-work processes.
• Support workplace accommodations and leave-of-absence processes.
• Participate in the Joint Health & Safety Committee.
• Maintain HR systems, attendance records and HR-related reporting.
• Develop and track HR metrics and KPIs.
• Contribute to process improvements and HR projects that make our workplace more efficient and employee-focused.
• Support employee engagement initiatives and contribute to a positive workplace culture.

Skills

HR Generalist

Recruitment

Employee relations

Employment law/legislation

MS Office

HRIS systems

CHRP asset

Education

Post-secondary HR education

Tools

Smartsheet

Job description

Salary Range: $65,000.00 To $75,000.00 Annually

Human Resources Generalist – 24-Month Contract

Location: Wingham, Ontario - in person role
Salary: $65,000–$75,000 per year
Position Type: Full-Time, 24-Month Contract

Join Our Team!

Are you an HR professional who enjoys being more than just a desk behind the scenes?

We’re looking for aHuman Resources Generalist to join our team for a24-month contract and play an important role in supporting our employees, leaders and business. This is a great opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys variety, building relationships, solving problems and seeing the direct impact of their work.

At Britespan, HR is highly connected to the day-to-day business. You’ll work closely with employees and leaders across the organization while gaining hands‑on experience across the full HR spectrum.

What You'll Do

You’ll be involved in a broad range of HR activities, including:

• Lead full-cycle recruitment, from job postings and interviews through to offers and employment contracts
• Partner with leaders on hiring, onboarding and talent acquisition strategies
• Serve as a trusted first point of contact for employees and leaders on HR-related questions and concerns
• Support employee relations, performance management, attendance, accommodations and workplace issues
• Assist with the development and implementation of HR policies, procedures and programs
• Support compliance with employment legislation across the jurisdictions in which Britespan operates
• Manage employee records and confidential HR information
• Coordinate onboarding and help ensure new employees have a positive start
• Support training and development initiatives, including mandatory compliance training
• Manage WSIB claims, incident reporting and return-to-work processes
• Support workplace accommodations and leave-of-absence processes
• Participate in the Joint Health & Safety Committee
• Maintain HR systems, attendance records and HR-related reporting
• Develop and track HR metrics and KPIs
• Contribute to process improvements and HR projects that make our workplace more efficient and employee-focused
• Support employee engagement initiatives and contribute to a positive workplace culture

What We're Looking For

You’re someone who is organized, approachable, practical and comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment. You know how to balance employee needs with business requirements and aren’t afraid to roll up your sleeves and get things done.

Ideally, you bring:

• Post-secondary education in Human Resources or a related field
• 2+ years of HR experience, preferably in a Generalist, Coordinator or Administrator role
• Experience with recruitment and talent acquisition
• Experience supporting employee relations and conflict resolution
• Knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practices
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organization and attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
• A high level of confidentiality and professionalism
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience with HRIS systems and/or Smartsheet is an asset
• CHRP designation or working toward CHRP is an asset

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

A role with variety. No two days in HR are exactly the same. You’ll have exposure to recruitment, employee relations, compliance, health & safety, training, analytics and HR projects.

Real responsibility. You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of meaningful HR initiatives and work directly with leaders and employees across the organization.

A chance to make an impact. Your work will directly influence the employee experience and help support a positive, productive workplace.

A collaborative team. You’ll work alongside experienced HR and business leaders who value ideas, initiative and continuous improvement.

A meaningful 24-month opportunity. This contract provides stability while giving you the opportunity to build your experience, expand your HR skill set and make a lasting contribution.

About You

You’re not looking for a role where you simply check boxes.

You enjoy people, problem‑solving and variety. You can have a difficult conversation when needed, jump into a recruitment challenge, help a leader navigate an employee issue, analyze HR data and then turn around and work on a new project.

If that sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.

Britespan is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process.