AddressCome Grow with Us! Forsite Consultants, an innovative forest and land management company, with locations across Canada is actively recruiting an experiencedHuman Resources Advisor. This position is an office-based role, located in Salmon Arm, BC.
WHO WE ARE
With 11 locations throughout Canada, Forsite Consultants Ltd. is a leading provider of integrated forest land development and management services. Our staff are industry leaders in forestry technology, strategic planning, resource and land management and professional forestry. Forsite has been SAFE certified since 2007 and is committed to growth, innovation and maintaining a safe and respectful working environment.
At Forsite we will excel by being a flexible, adaptable, people-oriented business that grows and profits by creating value for our customers and opportunities for our employees. We will apply our skills, knowledge and technologies to be the best forest management company. We value fostering and sustaining an environment of diversity and inclusion where everyone can reach their full potential.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Reporting to the General Manager, the Human Resources Advisor works closely with business unit leadership to provide professional guidance, support and expertise related to Forsite's people practices.
The HR Advisor handles generalist responsibilities and supports the organization in all areas of Human Resources, including but not limited to:
- Employee Relations
- Compensation and Benefits
- Disability Management
- Recruitment
- Training and Development
- Retention and Engagement
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Diversity and Inclusion
Additional key responsibilities include:
- Develops and implements HR programs, policies, and processes;
- Works closely with Business Units to understand needs and issues related to employees. Recommends HR programs to support those needs;
- Leads the full cycle recruitment function from needs analysis to orientation and onboarding;
- Provides guidance in the interpretation and application of provincial employment related statutes, laws and regulations to ensure Business Units are in compliance with local, provincial and federal regulations;
- Researches and recommends revisions and updates to existing policies based on people, regulatory, statutory and business needs;
- Maintains a good working knowledge of legislation (provincial Employment Standards, Personal Information & Protection Act, Workers Compensation Act);
- Champions the Forsite Diversity and Inclusion initiative;
- Participates in company's OH&S process including Joint Health and Safety Committee meetings;
- Conducts internal reviews of compensation, evaluates wages compared to job duties for equity. Researches external industry wages for comparison;
- Provides guidance and input for business unit restructures, workforce planning and succession planning; and
- Works closely with leadership to enhance the developmental review and performance management process.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
- Post-secondary diploma or degree in Human Resources, business administration or related field;
- Minimum three (3) years of proven experience within an HR Generalist role;
- CPHR designation a strong asset;
- Experience working in an organization with multiple locations, regions or business units;
- Strong working knowledge of BC Employment Standards, Personal Information & Protection Act, Workers Compensation Act and Human Rights Act;
- Experience with Alberta and/or Saskatchewan Employment Standards an asset; and
- Demonstrated experience with talent acquisition, performance management, employee relations and organizational development.
WHO YOU ARE
- Professional with a friendly and courteous manner, being service and team oriented;
- A strong communicator with the ability to build positive relationships across all levels of the business;
- Flexible, with strong organizational and time management skills and the ability to work under pressure to meet targets;
- Able to work with excellent attention to detail while being accurate and producing quality work; and
- Goal-oriented mindset, with the ability to prioritize and manage own workload.
WHAT WE PROVIDE
In addition to a challenging and rewarding work environment, Forsite provides flexibility, competitive wages, a solid benefits package, supported professional development and a company matched pension program.
Forsite welcomes applications from everyone and is looking for the most suitable individual with the skills and knowledge to effectively complete the duties required of the position.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
