Human Resources & Health and Safety Lead

Cim; Atlantic Canada; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-Life Balance

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Financial Security

Job summary

Clarence Farm Services, a respected Atlantic Canada partner in animal nutrition and farm products, is seeking a proactive Human Resources & Health and Safety Lead. You will drive HR functions and champion occupational health and safety across the organization, shaping onboarding, day-to-day engagement and safety compliance.

Ideal candidates bring 2+ years’ HR Generalist/Coordinator experience, strong interpersonal skills, and proficiency with Dayforce and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in HR, Business, or related field.
• 2+ years in an HR Generalist or HR Coordinator role.
• Experience with occupational health & safety programs is an asset.
• Knowledge of employment/compliance standards in Nova Scotia and Atlantic provinces.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills with confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Dayforce systems.
• Experience in agriculture/warehousing is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment, job postings, interviews and onboarding
• Maintain employee records and HR documentation
• Assist with benefits administration and employee programs
• Support performance management and employee relations
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation, policies and procedures
• Coordinate employee training and development activities

Skills

HR Generalist experience

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Microsoft Office

Dayforce

Education

Post-secondary education in HR/Business

Tools

Dayforce

Microsoft Office

Job description

Rooted in Atlantic Canada for over 50 years, Clarence Farm Services is dedicated to supporting the region’s agricultural community. Stretching from Nova Scotia and New Brunswick to PEI and Newfoundland, we combine local expertise with the global innovation of Cargill Animal Nutrition Canada to deliver top-tier livestock and pet nutrition. Proudly standing behind the local food on our tables, we invite you to join a team that feeds Atlantic Canada.

We are seeking a proactive and organized Human Resources & Health and Safety Lead to drive key human resource functions while championing occupational health and safety across the organization. This role is ideal for a collaborative professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, builds strong employee relationships, and is passionate about maintaining a safe, compliant, and positive workplace culture. Combining HR expertise with exceptional interpersonal skills, you will play a vital role in shaping the employee experience from onboarding to day-to-day engagement and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

Human Resources

• Coordinate recruitment activities including job postings, interview scheduling, and onboarding
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation
• Assist with benefits administration and employee programs
• Support performance management and employee relations initiatives
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation, policies, and procedures
• Coordinate employee training and development activities
• Assist with HR reporting and audits

Health & Safety

• Support occupational health and safety programs and initiatives
• Coordinate new hire safety orientation and training records
• Assist with incident reporting, investigations, and corrective action tracking
• Administer worker’s compensation claims and return-to-work documentation
• Maintain health and safety records and compliance documentation
• Assist with workplace inspections and safety communications

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business, or related field
• 2+ years of experience in an HR Generalist or HR Coordinator role
• Experience supporting occupational health & safety programs is an asset
• Working knowledge of employment and compliance standards in the provinces we operate (i.e. Nova Scotia, Newfoundland, New Brunswick, PEI)
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills with ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Dayforce systems
• Prior experience or knowledge within agriculture and warehousing considered an asset

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance: Stable weekday hours Monday to Friday
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Extended health care, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
• Financial Security: Competitive compensation package