Human Resources Generalist

We are recruiting for a Human Resources Generalist for our facility in Kanata, Ontario.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Human Resource Generalist works in partnership with employees, managers and directors on a variety of employment related matters and provide guidance in accordance with applicable legislation and internal policies.

Key focus areas include: Labour and Employee Relations, Recruiting, Performance Management, Benefits and Compensation. The position is responsible for activities such as: ·      

Supports the implementation of HR programs and rollout activities ·      

Leads Step 1 Grievances and participate in Union Management Committee Meetings as required - Provides support related to collective agreement interpretation and application ·      

Investigates and resolve employee relations matters, consults with others as required ·      

Provides recommendations, develops and implements solutions to assist client groups on operational activities 

• Meet with the business units on a regular basis to keep current on issues at the local level that have an impact on the business. Listen to the needs of the business and take ownership to explore/deliver solutions.
• Work with the business units to create workforce plans that will allow for proactive recruiting and better utilization of current resources.
• Work with the hiring managers at the beginning of the salaried staffing process to confirm position is approved, and budgeted; develop hiring specification (job description, competencies, salary range, etc.); participate in the candidate evaluation process; set compensation for offer; on-board new hire (strategic plan, organizational alignment, etc.);
• Handles employee relations issues and investigations working closely with Legal and Ethics & Compliance.
• Conducts exit interviews.
• Provides high level support to Shared Services-led initiatives (succession planning, compensation planning, change management initiatives, etc.)
• Provide labour relations support at selected locations with bargaining units and/or may be identified as a specific labour relations specialist at those sites with large bargaining unit representation.
• Collaborates with HR team members across the BWXT organization on specific projects and initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Human Resources Management Diploma and/or University degree.
• CHRP designation would be a definite asset.
• Experience working in a unionized, federally legislative environment is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a HR.
• Sound knowledge of human resources best practices.
• Strong knowledge of employment standards, legislation and company policies and procedures as they relate to labour law requirements and HR.
• Demonstrated problem solving and conflict resolution skills
• Exceptional communication and relationship building skills
• Effective planning, organization and time management skills