Human Resources Generalist

Hays; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as an HR Generalist, where culture comes first and work-life balance is prioritized. You'll shape policies that empower employees while enjoying a collaborative environment. This role requires strong communication skills and a proactive approach to HR functions, including recruitment, training, and employee relations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience as a HR Generalist.
• Intermediate understanding of payroll and HR software programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support full cycle recruitment and onboarding processes.
• Create training and development programs.
• Administer employee benefits and payroll support.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Negotiation

Self-Motivation

Tools

Payroll Software

UKG (Ultimate Software)

Job description

Looking for an HR role where culture comes first? Join our team as an HR Generalist and experience a workplace that truly values work-life balance. We don’t just talk about a great company culture—we live it every day! Here, you’ll shape policies that empower employees while enjoying flexible schedules, supportive leadership, and a collaborative environment. If you’re passionate about creating workplaces where people thrive, this is the HR opportunity you’ve been waiting for. Apply today and be part of something amazing!

You will work within the HR department and under the leadership of the Director of Human Resources to support the employees and managers across all of our divisions.

Who you are:

You have an extensive and well-rounded knowledge of all things HR and the ability to pivot from task to task while balancing ever-changing priorities.

You are an individual who is self-motivated, focused, and works well independently while collaborating with your team. A positive outlook, good sense of humor and warm demeanor will assist with engaging your colleagues and encouraging morale.

You are a natural and articulate communicator and able to get your point across, while also using negotiation skills to find compromise in difficult situations. A strong sense of ethics and desire to always do the right thing will guide your success.

You are a true generalist who thrives in a variety of disciplines; recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, training and development, benefits administration and payroll coverage.

You are interested in learning more about health and safety and working towards a National Health and Safety Administrator certification to support our health and safety efforts.

What You Will Do:

• Create training and development programs including microlearning segments
• Support the management teams with full cycle recruitment, from posting positions, shortlisting candidates, interviewing, reference checking and onboarding & orientating new hires
• Processing employee benefits programs including RRSP plans and WCB & disability case management
• Administration of Company programs, such as loyalty awards, monthly celebrations, performance assessments, time off policies, employee recognition programs, etc.
• Provide back-up for payroll where necessary
• Deliver monthly and annual reports, as well as any ad hoc requests
• Provide coaching and support for the management teams in the areas of employment standards and employment law
• Incident investigation and conflict resolution
• Developing and updating Company policies and procedures, including roll-outs and reviews
• Assisting the Safety team with administrative support, filing and tracking
• Provide HR advisory services for all employees, including prompt and efficient responses to inquiries
• Create and distribute internal communications regarding status changes, benefits, or company policies
• Conduct termination meetings and exit interview with departing team members
• Review, track, and document compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and competency assessments

Your Qualifications – The Must Have’s

• 5+ years of professional experience as a HR Generalist
• Intermediate level of understanding and of payroll and payroll/HR software programs
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to independently manage multiple deadlines and diverse projects
• Ability to manage high priority/urgent requests, adapt to changing priorities
• Self-motivator with strong organizational and intra-personal skills

Additional Skills – The Nice to Have’s

• Experience with UKG (Ultimate Software) software program
• Experience in the home-building or construction industry
• National Health & Safety Administrator certification