Human Resources Advisor (TFT)

City of Nanaimo; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 117,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Nanaimo is seeking a temporary full-time Human Resources Advisor to join the HR team. The role blends a generalist HR function with specialist work in respectful workplace, supporting recruitment, labour relations, job evaluation, training and HR projects.

The ideal candidate holds a HR or Business Administration diploma with 5 years of HR experience, including unionized environments, and may have an equivalent education/experience match.

Qualifications

• Diploma in HR or Business Administration with 5+ years in HR.
• Experience in recruitment, labour/employee relations and advising management in a unionized environment.
• Equivalent education/experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR support in recruitment, labour and employee relations, and advising management.
• Contribute to job evaluation, training and development, and HR projects.
• Support other related HR functions within the team.

Skills

Recruitment

Labour relations

Employee relations

Advice to management

Education

Diploma in Human Resources or Business Administration

Job description

Human Resources Advisor

DiscoverNanaimo - One of the oldest cities on Canada’s west coast, the City of Nanaimo is a growing, livable urban centre that still maintains its historic charm. Situated between the mountains and the ocean on the east coast of Vancouver Island, Nanaimo is a short ferry trip away from Metro Vancouver, and a 90 minute drive from Victoria. Nanaimo is truly an extraordinary community that is home to Vancouver Island University and is rich in parks, recreational, cultural and social amenities.

Position Overview

Due to a long-term absence within the HR Advisor team, the City of Nanaimo is seeking a temporary full-time Human Resources (HR) Advisor. Reporting to the Manager, Human Resources, the HR Advisor combines a generalist human resources role with specialist responsibilities in a defined area (i.e. respectful workplace). Working collaboratively within the HR team, the HR Advisor provides human resources support in numerous areas including recruitment, labour and employee relations, job evaluation, training and development, HR projects, and other related functions.

Qualifications

Applicants must have a diploma in Human Resources or Business Administration and 5 years’ related experience in Human Resources, including experience with recruitment, labour and employee relations and providing advice to management in a complex unionized environment. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Additional Information

This is a temporary full-time exempt position offering 35 hours of work per week, with the salary range of $116,830.80 to $124,288.09. It is anticipated that this vacancy will be up to one year in duration. Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/or a verification of their education credentials. The City of Nanaimo is an inclusive employer that values diversity and invites applications from all qualified individuals who are legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. If shortlisted for the role and need an accommodation within the hiring process, we would be pleased to discuss how best to accommodate your needs.

For detailed information on this position and for more information on our community, please visit our website at https://www.nanaimo.ca.

Posting Date August 18, 2026

Application Deadline Open until filled

Contact Information

Human Resources

City of Nanaimo

2nd Floor, 455 Wallace Street

Nanaimo, BC V9R 5J6

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]