HR Generalist

Job summary

Maintain the HRIS and manage employee transactions, HR queries, benefits, pensions, departmental invoices, and payments. Support recruitment and onboarding, resolve workplace conflicts, conduct investigations, and assist the HRBP with union negotiations.

Job details

Our client based in Surrey, BC is looking for an HR Generalist to support the HR team in providing strategic support to Recruitment, Employee Relations and Workplace Investigations. Reporting to the HRBP, the HR Generalist will support various business leaders and employees and contribute to the overall success of the organization by attracting, developing, and retaining top talent. Responsibilities Maintain the operation and maintenance of the HRIS Handle all employee transactions such as promotions, transfers, and terminations and respond to employee queries regarding HR policies and procedures Serve as mediator in resolving workplace conflicts and promote a positive work environment Assist and conduct thorough workplace investigations on matters such as, but not limited to misconduct, harassment, or other workplace issues Assist HRBP in negotiating terms and conditions of employment with union representatives Oversee the processing of invoices and payments for the HR department Administer benefits and pension policy Manage the recruitment process from job posting to onboarding new hires Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field Minimum of 5 years of experience in an HR role, with a preference for experience in the construction industry or related industry Comprehensive understanding of HR practices, labour legislation, and compliance requirements Proficiency in JDE or similar software Excellent verbal and written communication skills 25% travel required At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers. Accommodation is available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process.

What you’ll do

Maintain the HRIS and manage employee transactions, HR queries, benefits, pensions, departmental invoices, and payments. Support recruitment and onboarding, resolve workplace conflicts, conduct investigations, and assist the HRBP with union negotiations.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field and at least five years of HR experience are required; construction industry experience is preferred. Candidates should understand HR practices, labour legislation, and compliance requirements, be proficient in JDE or similar software, communicate effectively, and be able to travel 25%.

Listed skills

• HRIS Administration · Preferred
• Recruitment · Preferred
• Onboarding · Preferred
• Compliance · Preferred
• written communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• HRIS Administration
• Employee Transactions
• Employee Relations
• Workplace Conflict Resolution
• Workplace Investigations
• Labour Relations
• Union Negotiations
• Benefits Administration
• Pension Administration
• Recruitment
• Onboarding
• HR Policy Administration
• Labour Legislation
• Compliance
• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication

Job areas

• Human Resources
• Construction
• Management & Leadership

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