Human Resources Manager

at  Milestone Environmental Contracting Inc

Do you love a challenge? Are you interested in doing more than just talking about saving the Environment? Milestone Environmental Contracting takes on some of the most complex environmental clean up projects across Canada, making a lasting benefit to our environment and our community. We specialize in soil and ground remediation, water treatment, heavy civil construction, building decommissioning, land reclamation and rehabilitating sensitive habitats. At Milestone, we dare our clients to let us help them tackle their toughest jobs! We are successful because we have the best team using the latest technology and techniques to develop innovative solutions in a fast paced and everchanging environment. We rarely do the same thing twice and always have fun while doing it.
What makes Milestone the place to work? We are a people first company that dedicates our time to saving the environment. We offer competitive wages and benefits, and we ensure all employees have the opportunity for professional growth and development. Other companies may say the are people first, but we live up to it. This is a promise we have been able to deliver on for the last 10 years and we continue growing stronger. If you think you are a fit, then we want you to grow with us.
Learn more about us and what we do on our website!
MilestoneEnv.ca
At Milestone, we collaborate relentlessly; we strive to inspire a diverse team of talent; we care, we are equitable, we are inclusive. We want every team member to feel and know they belong here. We are inspired by our people - the best in the business. Our work with Indigenous partners and communities has been a tremendous source of pride and learning for Milestone. We are committed to Indigenous Peoples as partners and employees. We have much to learn from all our partners and employees. We look forward to continuing to attract and retain the best people to tackle the most complex challenges of a cleaner world. Only through acknowledging and encouraging everyone’s potential and contributions will we succeed.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Human Resource (HR) Manager is responsible for overseeing Milestone’s full cycle HR processes, such as recruitment, onboarding, training, employee engagement, professional development, retention, and departures. They are a trusted strategic partner who takes a proactive approach to align talent strategies with business and organizational objectives.
This is a unique opportunity for an experienced HR professional to build and foster progressive HR practices, as well as impact organizational culture and people initiatives

RECRUITMENT

• Oversee talent acquisition and full cycle recruitment. Ensure the HR team is proving support to hiring managers by assisting with job descriptions, posting on multiple platforms, candidate sourcing, applicant tracking, conducting pre-screens and interviews, and assisting in candidate selection.
• Ensure fair and unbiased candidate selection process.
• Assist hiring manager with employment offer negotiations. Ensure fair compensation is being offered and within the internal compensation range.
• Prepare and send job offers to successful candidates
• Develop and maintain a “talent pipeline” of candidates who may be a fit in the future.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• CPHR Designation is required.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• 5+ years of experience in an HR Manager or Generalist role.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Ability to multitask.
• Strong sense of ethics.
• Ability to lead and motivate others.
• Strong conflict management skills.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.
• Proficient in HRIS (BambooHR or similar system).
• Proficient in full-cycle payroll (PayWorks or similar system).
• Strong knowledge of recruitment strategies, sourcing techniques, and selection methods.
• Strong knowledge of relevant Canadian employment laws and regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and quality.
• Ability to work effectively in a team in person, remotely, and independently.
• Strong ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.