HR Generalist (15-month contract)

Job summary

The HR Generalist provides day-to-day support across core HR functions including recruitment, employee relations, and compliance. They act as a key point of contact for employees and managers to ensure smooth operations and a positive workplace culture.

Job details

About the Role We are seeking a proactive and people-focused HR Generalist to join our Human Resources team in Moncton, NB. This is a 15-month contract, on-site position, reporting directly to the HR Manager, and provides day-to-day support across all core HR functions, including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, training, compliance, immigration support, and internal communications. The HR Generalist plays a key role in supporting managers and employees, ensuring smooth HR operations, and contributing to a positive, compliant, and engaging workplace culture. Key Responsibilities Recruitment & Onboarding Coordinate job postings, resume screening, interviews, and selection processes Manage onboarding activities, including orientations, documentation, and system access Support workforce planning initiatives, career events, and student plant tours Employee Relations Act as a point of contact for employee questions and concerns Support managers with performance management, attendance, and conflict resolution Assist foreign workers with immigration-related processes Conduct exit interviews and track turnover metrics HR Administration & Compliance Maintain accurate and confidential employee records Act as a super user (SU) of the HR system Ensure compliance with employment legislation, company policies, and regulatory requirements Support audits, reporting, and documentation needs Training & Development Support the implementation and tracking of training and development programs Monitor training completion and effectiveness Performance Management Assist with performance review cycles, goal tracking, and feedback processes Support talent development and succession planning initiatives HR Projects & Communication Participate in HR initiatives such as employee engagement, wellness, diversity & inclusion, and policy updates Maintain and update internal communications (digital monitors, noticeboards, communication plans) to ensure timely and consistent messaging Qualifications & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field 2–5 years of HR experience, preferably in a multi-functional HR role Strong knowledge of employment legislation, HR best practices, and HR systems (HRIS, ATS) Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities Key Competencies Problem-solving and conflict resolution Time management and prioritization Adaptability and teamwork Attention to detail and accuracy Strong customer service orientation

What you’ll do

The HR Generalist provides day-to-day support across core HR functions including recruitment, employee relations, and compliance. They act as a key point of contact for employees and managers to ensure smooth operations and a positive workplace culture.

Requirements

Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field and 2 to 5 years of multi-functional HR experience. Strong knowledge of employment legislation and proficiency with HR systems are required.

Listed skills

• Recruitment · Preferred
• Conflict Resolution · Preferred
• Onboarding · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Recruitment
• Onboarding
• Employee Relations
• Performance Management
• HR Compliance
• Immigration Support
• Internal Communications
• HRIS
• ATS
• Workforce Planning
• Conflict Resolution
• Training and Development

Job areas

• Human Resources
• Administrative
• Management & Leadership
• Manufacturing