ABOUT US:

Norsat International Inc., founded in 1977, is a leading provider of innovative communication solutions that enable the transmission of data, audio, and video for remote and challenging applications. Norsat’s products and services include customizable satellite components, portable satellite systems, maritime solutions, and network solutions. The company’s products and services are used extensively by telecommunications services providers, emergency services and homeland security agencies, military organizations, health care providers, news organizations, and Fortune 1000 companies.

SUMMARY:

As a HR Coordinator and Payroll Administrator, you are responsible for managing all payroll and human resources activities within the company. This role ensures accurate and timely payroll processing, maintains employee records, and administers various HR programs, policies, and procedures. You will also serve as a resource for employees and managers, supporting HR initiatives, compliance, and company policies.

• Payroll Administration:
• Prepare payroll for hourly and salaried employees in Canada (BC, ON, QC) and related remittances on a timely and accurate basis using ADP Workforce Now.
• Perform all other payroll responsibilities including various fillings and timesheet/attendance reports etc.
• Administer employee group benefit plans including set-up new hires, employee record maintenance and status changes (extended health, dental, life, RRSP).
• HR Coordination:
• Prepare payroll for hourly and salaried employees in Canada (BC, ON, QC) and related remittances on a timely and accurate basis using ADP Workforce Now.
• Support the full employee life cycle ranging from recruitment process for all positions across Canada – including job posting, sourcing, screening, interviewing, reference checking, and offer negotiating, new hire orientation, performance management, training and development and employee relations.
• Administer and manage our ADP Workforce Now and various other HR and corporate tools.
• Maintain knowledge and understanding of employment laws and regulations, ensuring legal compliance and initiating policy changes/updates where required
• Work with IT and other HR personnel on onboarding and offboarding procedures; and
• Work on ad-hoc projects, reporting and other related duties as assigned.
• Office Administration:
• Organize and coordinate office administration and procedures, in order to ensure organizational effectiveness, efficiency, and safety.