Human Resources Specialist -Recruitment

Site: Kamloops

Reporting to the HR Manager, you will be responsible for the full spectrum of human resources activities. As an integral part of the Human Resources department, you will provide human resources expertise and assistance in recruitment and staffing, labour relations, organization effectiveness, compensation, performance management and feedback, employee relations, support of the policies and strategies and tasks involved in administration of employee programs and services.

Provide advice, guidance and assistance on human resources practices and programs.

Work with line managers to establish recruitment requirements, manage and participate in the full cycle of the recruitment process.

Conduct recruitment efforts locally to find key talent and build bench strength, including partnering with local universities to strengthen Kruger’s brand and recruitment efforts.

Investigate and resolve employee relations issues, coach managers through performance management and employee concerns while maintaining confidentiality, consistency and sensitivity.

Investigate workplace complaints and provide timely, clear communication of findings and outcomes to stakeholders.

Manage grievance process for the site.

Participate in Diversity & Inclusion programs and foster positive partnerships with Indigenous communities.

Responsible for our talent management strategies and effort and our diversity plans.

Maintain compliance with federal and provincial regulations concerning employment.

Manages local records and reporting.

Successfully complete all other duties and assigned projects necessary to support plant operations.

Business partner/ generalist approach to human resources.

Exceptional coaching skills with proven ability to coach varying levels of the operation.

Strong labour relations expertise, including case law interpretation, knowledge of the legal landscape, and research skills.

JDE, Empower, Taleo) is considered an asset.

5+ years of experience in a Human Resources role, preferably in an unionized environment.

A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a Major in Human Resources and/or equivalent.

A strong computer system aptitude and ease working with various type of software including Microsoft Office Suite products.

Through our shared commitment to Diversity and Inclusion, we create a great place to work, one that is able to attract the best people, build stronger teams, communicate better, innovate more and achieve the best results.

When you work at Kruger, you can count on a wide range of benefits such as competitive group insurance, registered pension plans and continuing education programs. Submit your cover letter and resume on our careers website: