Human Resources Generalist

Canada Cartage; Calgary; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company specializing in logistics and transportation is seeking a Human Resources Generalist for a full-time role in Calgary. The ideal candidate will focus on employee relations, facilitate training, and support HR initiatives. If you possess a degree in HR and have proven experience in this domain, you will join a respected team that champions high performance and fosters growth.

Benefits

Discounted hotels and car rentals

Recognition initiatives for service and teamwork

Career growth opportunities

Fun events and community service opportunities

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience required.
• Degree in HR or related discipline needed.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Canada Labour Code is essential.

Responsibilities

• Coach managers on employee relations issues.
• Provide support for HR policies and procedures.
• Facilitate HR training programs.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Change Management

Confidentiality

Knowledge of Canada Labour Code

Education

Bachelor’s Degree/Certificate in Human Resources

Job description

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Why you’ll love Canada Cartage

An iconic Canadian company with over 100 years of helping companies grow and succeed in Canada, we provide national dedicated fleet solutions, general freight services, managed transportation, fulfillment & distribution, and home delivery. With a national network of terminals, cross-docks, and distribution centers, we are one of Canada’s largest and most trusted supply chain service providers. Driven to exceed customer expectations, and supported by technology and innovation, we bring simplicity to complex logistics challenges.

We work with intelligent and focused leaders who are driven to create an outstanding customer experience in partnership with Canadian leading brands. Canada Cartage is deep rooted in family values with an entrepreneurial culture where ideas are welcomed, growth is fostered and high performance is championed. A recognized thought leader and founded in 1914, Canada Cartage dominates the industry by delivering innovative fleet solutions.

Position Summary

This position serves as the first point of contact for on-boarding/off-boarding, supporting and resolving employee relations issues, implementing HR programs, policies and procedures, training & development and providing monthly/quarterly support for HR reporting and metrics.

• Schedule: Mon-Fri, 40 hours

What you will do

• Coach and advise Managers on complex and diverse employee and labour relations issues (i.e. performance management, attendance management, disability management, workplace investigations, employee exits), including compiling and preparing evidence to support appropriate recommendations.
• Provide overall employee relations support to all staff inquiries regarding policies and procedures.
• Build effective relationships with internal clients to understand their business goals to proactively identify and implement solutions in line with their strategy.
• Facilitate Human Resources training programs including Progressive Discipline, Coaching for Performance, Supervisory Leadership, etc.
• Responsible for all onboarding and orientation of new employees.

What You’ll Bring

• 3 – 5 years
• Bachelor’s Degree/Certificate in Human Resources, Industrial Relation or a related discipline

Along with the following Skills & Competencies:

• Effective interpersonal and communication skills; the ability to influence decisions is required
• Ability to work with senior leadership to implement effective change management processes
• Demonstrated professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality; ethical
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with all levels of the organization
• Comprehensive knowledge of Canada Labour Code (CLC), Human Rights, Accommodation, etc.

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

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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