Human Resources Coordintator

Canstar Restorations; Calgary; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in property restoration is seeking a dynamic HR professional to join their team. This role involves a diverse range of HR and payroll services, including recruitment, employee relations, and policy management. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a passion for fostering a positive workplace culture. With a commitment to safety and quality, this company values its employees and encourages professional development. Join a team that celebrates success and makes a difference in the community!

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a HR capacity is required.
• Post-secondary education in Human Resources is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations.
• Support payroll and policy updates.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety practices.

Skills

People Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership

MS Office Suite

Confidentiality Management

Empathy

Education

Post-secondary education in Human Resources

CPHR designation or candidacy

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Company Overview

Operating since 1978, Lydale is one of western Canada's most trusted full-service property restoration contractors, specializing in complete clean-up and reconstruction (both commercial and residential) of property damaged from wind, water, and/or fire. In spring of 2024 Lydale joined forces with Canstar Restorations. Canstar, founded in 1985, has grown to include 18 offices servicing British Columbia, Alberta, and Saskatchewan.

We love taking part in community events and are pleased to help our furry friends by sponsoring the BCSPCA. We pride ourselves as being the best in the restoration industry by providing excellent service, prioritizing safety, and delivering a very high level of quality work to our customers.

We take good care of our team too! We like to have fun and celebrate our success

Position Overview

Working with the Vice President of Human Resources and the Payroll Manager, you will be responsible for providing a broad range of HR and Payroll related services.

Duties And Responsibilities

Recruitment & On-Boarding

• Ensuring employee job descriptions are current
• Ensuring job posts are appealing to job seekers
• Post jobs, pre-screen, interview and short-list candidates
• Conduct reference checks, criminal background checks and provide offers
• Ensure all new employees have necessary certifications and training completed prior to starting
• Facilitate new hire orientation and on-boarding
• Perform and document regular check in’s with all new hires
  
  

Employee Relations & Performance Management

• Support bi-annual performance reviews with managers
• Assist with employee survey completion and analysis
• Assist with all incident investigations
• Be the main point of contact for any employee related concerns
  
  

Payroll

• Liaisons with payroll on compensation changes
• Support payroll department on an ad hoc basis
• Serve as the backup for others in the HR and Payroll team
  
  

Policy and Procedures

• Research industry best practices and updates policies and procedures accordingly
• Ensure policies and procedures are following all applicable federal and provincial laws
• Provide communication, training, and development to staff regarding policy interpretation
  
  

Training and Development

• Stay current on trends, tools, and techniques within the training and employee development scope
• Ensure learning & development records and statistics are maintained and reported to effectively monitor, manage and plan
• Work with department managers to arrange for necessary training to be completed/renewed
• Assist with building and administering Canstar specific training courses/program (Canstar University)
• Manage training subsidy programs
  
  

Health and Safety

• Ensure that self and others adhere to Canstar’s health and safety practices and procedures
• Ensure good housekeeping is kept to perform work safely and efficiently
• Understand safety policies and protocols
• Ensure that self and others on site are wearing all required PPE, when required
  
  

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• 2+ years in a HR capacity
• Post-secondary education in Human Resources with a related certificate or diploma
• CPHR designation or candidacy is considered an asset
• Experience with payroll is an asset
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong people skills and ability to adapt and communicate effectively with all stakeholders (including but not limited to: senior leadership, employees and third parties)
• Proven ability to lead, coach and mentor others
• Strong working knowledge of the BCESA and WSBC acts
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing
• Ability to prioritize and be a self-starter
• Ability to manage confidential information
• An empathetic personality and has a "can-do" attitude
• Knowledge of the restoration or construction industry is considered beneficial
  
  

Working Conditions

• This position primarily reports out of the Edmonton office
• Hours of work are Monday – Friday, daytime shifts. Start/end times are flexible.
• Some overtime may be required on a periodic basis