Walker Looking for HR Generalist – (Contract) at Barrie, ON Full Time

COMPANY: Walker – Aggregates and Construction

LOCATION: Barrie, Ontario

TYPE: Full-time (Contract, 18 months)

The Opportunity:
As Walker Industries continues to grow, the HR Generalist role has become an integral part of the organization’s business units. Working closely with the HR Manager of the Aggregates & Construction Division, the successful candidate will support our locations in Simcoe and Grey-Bruce to help manage the recruitment process, facilitate training initiatives, monitor the performance management program and administer our employee programs.

This role is based out of our Barrie office, with flexibility for regular site visits throughout Simcoe and Grey-Bruce.

Candidate Profile:
The successful candidate will have proven HR experience, having worked in an HR generalist capacity for at least three (3) years. They will have an advanced level of interpersonal and communication skills and be able to relate to all levels of the organization. Managing personal information in a professional and confidential manner is vital. Strong computer skills with an ability to analyze data or problems and make recommendations that at times can be complex in nature is a true asset.

Walker is a values-driven company, therefore it is critical that the successful candidate is a team player, who respects and mirrors Walker Values.

Key Accountabilities:
Reporting to the Manager of Human Resources, the HR Generalist will be able to juggle a variety of HR tasks, specifically:

Manages recruitment projects for all staff within assigned businesses and provides advice on offers in line with compensation strategies. Conducts interviews and assessments and liaises with hiring managers and recruiting agencies to support the staffing process. Prepares offer letters and completes appropriate documentation for new employees to comply with company policies and procedures. Ensures the enrolment into group benefits and retirement programs for new employees.

Assists with performance management issues to ensure managers are equipped to conduct appraisals and disciplinary meetings.

In conjunction with the HR Manager and the Vice-President of Human Resources and managers, manages termination/severance process. Prepares proper documentation, advises on content of packages and is present during termination meetings.

Responds to inquiries from managers and employees regarding company policies, procedures, and legislation and assists in resolving issues or concerns while considering ethical and legal requirements.

Manages disability claims and liaises with the third party provider to streamline the claims process. Assists in the Company’s safe & early return to work program.

Creates reports and analyzes data for HRIS in order to respond to requests from managers and make change recommendations.

Qualifications:
A minimum of a two or three year College Diploma/University Degree in Business Administration with Human Resources concentration is required. CHRP is required.

Experience: Preferred three to five years human resources experience

WORKING AT WALKER

Established in 1887, we are proud to be a fifth-generation, family-owned, Canadian company. Our group of companies includes aggregates, paving & construction, emulsions and environmental waste & recycling solutions. We are known for our philanthropy and ‘above and beyond’ service to our customers and communities.

There’s a lot more we’re proud of too.

We’re proud to be growing, serving more customers and providing more jobs across Canada and the USA.

We’re proud of our environmental stewardship – meeting today’s needs without compromising the needs of future generations.

We’re proud to use the best tools and technology in the business – serving our customers well and keeping our employees safe.

And we’re proud of an awesome people-first culture. Working here means being part of a team – not a cog in a machine – and even in regional offices we feel valued, autonomous, and central to the action. Everyone at Walker has a voice.

How to Apply:
Our online application will give you the option to apply to this role as a complete person – not just a resume. The application will assess your qualifications, personality traits and workplace preferences, and should take 10 to 15 minutes to complete. After submitting, you’ll receive an email inviting you to log in and view your assessment results. We will review applications, with priority given to those who have completed the assessment and look forward to hearing from you.

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