HR Administrative Assistant

As an organized, master multi-tasker, and diversity advocate with a thirst for learning and growth, you understand that success comes from your focus on our internal customers – Canfor’s employees and new hires! If you’re thinking of gaining valuable experience while putting your knowledge into practice, this rare opening supporting our Prince George Sawmill Division is for you.

As our HR Administrative Assistant, you’ll jump right in and make this position your own with your strong administrative orientation and desire for continuous improvement. You'll play a pivotal role in providing general HR support and leading our new employee orientation program. This fast-paced environment will pair seamlessly with your ability to aptly prioritize tasks and work closely with our Talent Acquisition team to hire the best and brightest throughout our industry.

Reporting to the HR Manager, you’ll be responsible for processing accurate information that supports the management team. This role demands well-established organizational skills, a high level of motivation and energy, excellent communication skills, and a passion for working in a fast-paced team environment.  Any experience you may have providing HR support in a unionized work environment would be an asset.

A day in the life of an HR Administrative Assistant will include:

• Processing hourly time records
• Participating in and supporting safety programs and systems
• Supporting the job posting process
• Assisting with the recruitment process
• Involvement in the management of the Short-Term Disability Claims program
• Maintaining employee records
• Coordinating Employee Relations Activities, such as safety events, hearing tests, and United Way Campaigns
• Providing administrative support for the division
• Assisting with the effective administration of the benefits program

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A high school diploma with a minimum of three (3) years of human resources and/or administrative experience
• Demonstrated computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Familiarity with UKG/Kronos is advantageous
• The ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Experience in a unionized work environment would be considered an asset

Think you have what it takes to be our HR Administrative Assistant and learn from the best? Don’t delay, apply today!

The salary range for this position is: $47,600.00-$68,000.00

Please Note: The range provided is for base salary only. In addition to base salary, Canfor proudly offers its employees a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. It features programs such as performance-based incentive plans, recognition programs, benefits, paid leaves, pension plans with base and matching contributions, savings options and robust health & well-being initiatives. We also continually invest in the development of our talent to help them thrive professionally and personally. Above all, we are proud to offer our employees a value proposition that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion and fosters an environment where talent and performance is recognized and rewarded.

We appreciate all candidates' interest but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring for various positions is ongoing and includes different screening processes such as behavioral assessments, references, and criminal record checks, depending on the role and location.