HR Generalist

At SECURE, we lead the way in waste management and energy infrastructure, providing unmatched security and peace of mind to our clients. Our strength lies in our size, extensive network, solid reputation, industry expertise, and a relentless can-do attitude.

With an expansive infrastructure network spanning Western Canada and North Dakota, we deliver essential solutions where they are needed most. Our partnerships focus on safely recovering oil and metals, disposing of liquid and solid waste, recycling materials such as metals, water, and oil, and reclaiming contaminated land to reduce environmental footprints.

SECURE is committed to innovation, helping our customers lower costs, reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and exceed their business, safety, and environmental goals. We go beyond expectations — mitigating risks, reducing financial obligations, and maximizing value for our clients.

Join SECURE, where we step up to make a meaningful difference in the industries we serve and the world we share.

As an integral part of SECURE's People & Culture team, the Human Resources (HR) Generalist will work closely with Operational Managers within the Metals Recycling, Mining, and Rail business unit at our Edmonton facility to support all operational and strategic HR needs.

The HR Generalist will help to facilitate and consistently improve operational HR strategies related to the employee life-cycle and is accountable for recruitment, onboarding, employee performance management, workplace investigations, risk mitigation, and employee relations and engagement that promotes a transparent and safe environment for all staff.

This role is based in Edmonton, Alberta.

You'll join a highly effective People & Culture team that partners closely with the business to deliver practical, people-first solutions. We are collaborative, data-informed, and outcome-drive - bringing together strong HR expertise with a deep understanding of operations. At SECURE, our P&C team challenges conventional thinking, moves with purpose, and takes pride in enabling leaders and teams to succeed.

This is a dynamic role where you'll apply sound judgment, people expertise, and business insight in a fast-paced, operationally focused environment. You'll work closely with leaders to support organizational effectiveness, talent outcomes, and a strong employee experience. You'll be part of an organization committed to sustainable growth and high standards of integrity, safety, and accountability.

Overall Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for Business Unit Leaders, building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders to effectively support talent, people, and organizational needs.
• Partner with leaders to provide strategic HR guidance across talent acquisition and HR advisory, ensuring the delivery of business unit objectives aligned with overall corporate goals.
• Drive a continuous improvement mindset by analyzing people-related business processes, interpreting data, and delivering actionable recommendations across recruitment, employee experience, and HR programs.
• Participates with leaders on annual short and long-term strategic planning, ensuring HR support for the delivery of strategic objectives and alignment with overall business unit objectives.
• Travel occasionally to remote field locations within Western Canada, as required, to support on-the-ground recruitment, employee relations, and leadership needs.

Talent Acquisition

• Deliver full-cycle recruitment in partnership with business leaders, sourcing and attracting qualified candidates using resume databases, employee referrals, cold calling, career fairs, social networking, and other innovative sourcing techniques to meet current and future workforce needs.
• Develop and maintain talent pipelines for critical skill sets and frequently filled positions to support workforce planning and business continuity.
• Build a deep understanding of business groups, operational capabilities, market challenges, and key skills to create proactive recruitment strategies and act as a trusted advisor to leaders.
• Oversee and coordinate new hire onboarding in collaboration with leaders and HR partners to ensure a seamless, welcoming, and engaging employee experience that supports early productivity and retention.

HR Advisory

• Act as a trusted business partner to leaders by bringing a confident, informed perspective to business-critical conversations and decisions, ensuring people considerations are embedded in SECURE's business outcomes.
• Administer and advise on core HR programs for the business unit, including employee relations, engagement, compensation, recruitment, learning and development, and performance management.
• Collaborate closely with the Manager, Strategic Partnering, and the broader Strategic Partnering team to deliver consistent, compliant employee relations guidance in accordance with SECURE policies, Labour and Human Rights legislation, and applicable laws.
• Conduct workplace investigations, including developing investigation plans, leading interviews, and providing clear, well-supported recommendations aligned with SECURE's values, guidelines, and policies.
• Partner with the Health and Safety team to promote SECURE's safety culture and ensure consistent application of policies and practices to reduce and eliminate safety and environmental incidents.

The individual in this role will have:

• A degree and/or diploma in Human Resources or Commerce/Management, combined with 5-7 years of HR Generalist experience, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in the Metals Recycling, Industrial, Energy, or Waste Management industries is considered an asset for this role.
• Demonstrated ability to partner with multiple leaders, providing effective guidance and respectful challenge where appropriate.
• Build credibility and trust among employees; resolve employee concerns with compassion and follow through.
• Proven ability to work with Senior Leaders, as well as the ability to persuade and influence decision makers and key stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively with a local client group and remote HR team.
• Strong critical thinking with the ability to analyze trends with data and key metrics to propose recommendations.
• Strong coaching, people, management, conflict resolution, relationship and team building skills, and demonstrated ability to influence.
• Knowledge of Alberta HR legislation and applications along with demonstrated project management/change management skills
• Has a continuous improvement mindset with the ability to be resourceful and work both independently and as part of a team.

At SECURE, we focus on opportunities for growth and improvement for our employees, our customers, our partners, and the communities we operate in. We are an energetic team driven by our customers' needs, and we care about making a meaningful contribution. We strive to attract, retain, and motivate employees by offering a competitive compensation package that recognizes employee contributions and performance.

In addition to rewarding job opportunities, we offer:

• Competitive industry wages, and compensation programs which include:
  • Employer-paid benefits: health, dental & more
  • Health care spending account
  • Employee wellness program
  • Employee savings plans
• Career progression
• A competitive employee referral program
• Industry-leading safety standards
• Community investment initiatives Our Stories

We believe our team's strength comes from our diversity.

Every SECURE employee has the right to feel safe and welcome. We pride ourselves on being a respectful workplace where all employees have equal access to opportunity and support. 

We are a trusted partner. We extend those same efforts outside of the organization through our respectful engagement with our diverse base of stakeholders in the communities in which we operate.

Applicants are not assessed on the grounds of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, or physical handicap. Our operations span across Canada and the United States and we actively seek out a wide range of applicants for both field operations and office roles.