Human Resources Coordinator

Canada Cartage; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted hotels

Car rentals

Gym memberships

Job summary

Canada Cartage in Oshawa, Ontario seeks an HR Support professional to maintain employee records, process status changes, and assist with HR initiatives. You will handle documentation, probation dates, and HR reporting while supporting inquiries from employees and managers.

The role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and a customer-service mindset, with a Monday-to-Friday schedule and on-site work in Oshawa. Dayforce experience is a plus, along with a college diploma in HR.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of HR experience.
• College diploma or trade apprenticeship certification required.
• HR Management or equivalent education.
• CHRP/CPHR in process.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS database (Dayforce).
• Process status changes including promotions, transfers, leaves, and terminations.
• Prepare employment letters and HR documentation.
• Monitor probationary review dates and milestones.
• Assist with HR reporting and metrics.
• Support grievances in a partially unionized environment.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Confidentiality

Customer service mindset

Prioritization

Problem-solving

Independent working

MS Office (Excel, Word)

HRIS knowledge (Dayforce)

Canadian employment legislation

AI for research/administration

Education

College diploma or trade apprenticeship certification

Human Resources Management or equivalent

CHRP/CPHR (in process)

Tools

Dayforce HRIS

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Position Summary

Provides administrative support to one or more human resources functions, including recruiting, onboarding, employee/labour 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

Location: Oshawa, Ontario

• Car and driver's license are required

Schedule: 40 hours Monday to Friday

• Car and driver's license are required

What You Will Do

HR Support

• Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS database (Dayforce).
• Process employee status changes including promotions, transfers, leaves, and terminations.
• Prepare employment letters and HR documentation.
• Monitor probationary review dates and other employee milestones.
• Assist with HR reporting and metrics.
• Supporting and investigating grievances in a partially unionized environmen

Employee Support

• Respond to employee and manager inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, leaves and company programs.
• Support leave administration and accommodation processes.
• Support employee recognition and engagement initiatives.

HR Compliance

• Ensure compliance with the Canada Labour Code and company policies.
• Support workplace investigations.
• Assist with audits and compliance reporting.

Projects

• Participate in HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with policy updates, HR communications and implementation of new programs.

What You’ll Bring

• 1-2 years
• College diploma; or trade apprenticeship certification
• Human Resources Management or equivalent
• CHRP/CPHR (in process)

Along With The Following Skills & Competencies

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Customer-service mindset.
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• MS Office Suite – strong Excel and Word skills
• Knowledge of Canadian employment legislation
• Strong HRIS skills
• Experience using AI for research and administration

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 in meeting 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.

Before you start with us, we will conduct a criminal record check, verify your education, and check your references.

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