Senior Human Resources Generalist

NLG - Next Level Group; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the manufacturing and mining sector as a Senior Human Resources Generalist. This role involves leading key HR functions and aligning HR priorities with business strategies to foster a collaborative workplace culture. Ideal candidates will bring HR expertise, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach, ensuring compliance and driving organizational effectiveness.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of progressive HR experience; manufacturing or industrial experience preferred.
• Solid understanding of HR practices such as recruitment, compensation, leadership development, and employee relations.
• Ability to travel up to 20%.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR programs related to talent development, staffing, retention, and succession planning.
• Manage employee relations and conduct workplace investigations.
• Ensure compliance with federal and local labor laws.

Skills

Communication

Coaching

Leadership Development

Collaboration

Change Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan On-site | Full-Time | Manufacturing & Industrial Environment

Are you a people-first HR professional ready to take your career to the next level in a dynamic manufacturing and mining environment? We’re hiring a Senior Human Resources Generalist (Sr. HRG) to join our Saskatoon client's team. In this critical role, you’ll partner closely with the local General Manager to shape a collaborative, high-performing workplace aligned with company values and business objectives.

You’ll be responsible for leading core HR functions including employee relations, recruitment, leadership coaching, succession planning, and change management—while helping to drive cultural transformation and compliance excellence across the operation.

What You'll Do

• Lead HR programs related to talent development, staffing, retention, succession planning, diversity, performance management, and organizational effectiveness.
• Align HR priorities with business strategy to support operational success.
• Build and sustain strong talent pipelines for hourly, technical, and leadership roles.
• Champion a collaborative workplace culture through impactful change management and engagement strategies.
• Coach and support leaders on communication, leadership development, and annual HR processes.
• Manage employee relations, conduct workplace investigations, and guide policy interpretation.
• Ensure compliance with federal, provincial, and local labor laws, as well as all company and environmental, health & safety policies.
• Deliver training and employee education sessions on key HR topics including onboarding, benefits, and workplace conduct.
• Oversee plant-related Workers’ Compensation claims in collaboration with EH&S and department managers.
• Act as a liaison with local organizations to enhance community engagement and corporate reputation.
• Perform other duties aligned with company objectives.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
• 4+ years of progressive HR experience; manufacturing or industrial experience preferred.
• Solid understanding of HR practices such as recruitment, compensation, leadership development, and employee relations.
• Proven ability to influence, coach, and support leaders across functions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and adaptability to internal systems.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative and solution-oriented mindset.
• Ability to travel up to 20%.

️ Work Environment

This position operates in an industrial and mining environment where adherence to safety protocols and PPE use is required.

If you're ready to lead with impact and grow your career in a company that values integrity, innovation, and people—apply today. Join us and help shape the future of our workforce.