HR Generalist

OAKRIDGE GROUP INC. has an immediate need for an HR Generalist to join our dynamic team of talented individuals This position offers an exciting blend of full-cycle recruitment, policy development, coaching, training, and occupational health and safety support.
- Oakridge Group Inc. Established in 1992, our team of trusted professionals strives to accomplish the best outcome for every single one of our clients, every time. With 30 years of experience, we stand firmly behind our work and take immense pride in all of our projects, both big and small. Our focus and client dedication can be seen throughout decades of Oakridge Landscape Contractors' award-winning residential and commercial projects. We have won 9 Landscape Ontario awards in 2021 for our residential and commercial projects.
- Reporting to the HR and Safety Manager, you are an HR professional who prides him/herself on the ability to juggle a multitude of projects and create positive employee experiences. You will provide counsel, coaching, and support on HR programs, and employee relations and respond to employee/manager questions. This role is critical in executing key HR initiatives, providing available and responsive internal employee support, and driving HR functional excellence within our organization.

**QUALIFICATIONS AND OR EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS**:

- Formal Human Resources education at the post-secondary level is required.
- HR experience is considered an asset.
- CHRP designation is considered an asset.
- Strong experience working with MS Office.

**ADDITIONAL SKILLS REQUIRED**:

- High attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Professional demeanor.
- Ability to multi-task.
- Effective communication skills. (both verbal and written).
- Efficient time management skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.

**ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**:
**HUMAN RESOURCES**:

- Assist in the provision of coaching, guidance, and administration support to managers and employees related to HR programs and processes, training, employee relations management, absence/disability management, benefits, and performance management.
- Development and maintenance of corporate policies.
- Ensuring the issuance of the employee handbook and applicable policies, maintaining up-to-date employee profiles (including training/ disciplinary records).
- Experience in HR program delivery and facilitation of HR programs.
- Creation and presentation of training programs.
- Assist in updating and completing job descriptions.
- Management of employee attendance and vacation.
- Sound knowledge of the Employment Standards Act and other government requirements to support compliant employee relations.

**HEALTH AND SAFETY**:

- Assist HRSM in coordinating and initiating the safety orientation for all new employees.
- Assist HRSM in issuing weekly Tailgate Safety topics to the field crews that will be conducted and returned.
- Assist in developing and implementing safety procedures for all staff and divisions.
- Keep all safety boards updated regularly.
- Ensure that the orientation training for all drivers, operators, and lawn maintenance staff has been undertaken.
- Management of training recall database.
- Assist in the implementation of our COVID-19 safety protocols.

**WSIB**:

- Assist with Filing and managing of WSIB claims and return-to-work.

**Insurance Claims**:

- Assist HR and Safety Manager in the investigation of insurance claims.

**Benefits and Pay**:

- ** Pay**:40k-50k (dependent on experience).
- ** Benefits**:after 3 months.
- ** RRSP**: company contribution match.
- Company events.

**About Oakridge Landscape Contractors**: