Company Description
WestMET is leading the energy transition through the development of advanced agricultural products, environmental & regulatory services and emerging energy technologies. We are directly involved with transforming legacy mine sites with expert reclamation services and building a sustainable future for the energy and minerals industries. Our diverse Team also leads on-site regulatory compliance programs and tasks as well as environmental assessment activities. Regulatory applications, reporting and correspondence are additional tasks the Team routinely completes as part of our site management services.
At WestMET, we are creating value by developing and growing a portfolio of complementary businesses that support a sustainable economic future in the Minerals, Energy and Technology sectors.
Our current business segments include:
1. Black Earth – Is our Agriproducts division focused on the production and development of agricultural products centered on the unique properties of our world class Humalite resource.
2. Earth Restoration Services – Branching from a coal mining background in Alberta, the WestMET Earth Restoration Services (ERS) team aims to provide engineering, environmental and regulatory support to mine sites as well as other industrial proponents.
Position Summary
The HR Generalist will provide broad HR support across the organization, including recruitment, benefits administration, employee relations, HR policy support, WCB claims/return-to-work programs, disability claims, and other generalist responsibilities. This position will have a strong HRIS focus, with responsibility for supporting the administration, accuracy, and continuous improvement of Dayforce. The successful candidate will maintain employee data, support system workflows and reporting, assist users with Dayforce-related questions, and help ensure HR processes are efficient, consistent, and compliant. This role requires strong attention to detail, sound knowledge of HR best practices, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Supervisor Responsibilities
This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities over other employees.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
· Administer and maintain Dayforce HRIS data, including employee profiles, job and position information, organizational structure, employment status changes, and other key HR records.
· Support Dayforce workflows and processes, including onboarding, job changes, employee updates, terminations, benefits changes, time and attendance, and related HR transactions.
· Monitor HRIS data integrity by completing regular audits, identifying discrepancies, and coordinating corrections to ensure employee information remains accurate and up to date.
· Provide Dayforce support to employees and managers by answering system-related questions, troubleshooting basic issues, and assisting with navigation, self-service functions, and process completion.
· Assist with Dayforce configuration updates, testing, documentation, and implementation of system enhancements or new functionality as required.
· Assist with recruitment efforts, including posting job openings, screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and conducting background checks.
· Prepare new hire documents and ensure new employees have fully complete the onboarding and training processes.
· Maintain accurate employee records throughout the organization.
· Support staff and managers in interpreting policies, creating employment agreements and implementing onboarding, terminations, learning and development programs, performance management, rewards and recognition, internal communications, compensation, and more.
· Assist in all aspects of staff relations and provide resolutions as needed, including performance improvement, handling staff complaints, conducting investigations, managing disciplinary actions, and overseeing terminations.
· Facilitate WCB claims submissions and manage returns to work.
· Coordinate employee benefits changes, and inquiries.
· Provide dedicated and effective advisory services to all staff, covering areas such as absence management, performance issues, health concerns, conduct and capability, grievances, organizational changes, and other staff-related matters.
· Develop, update, and communicate HR policies and procedures.
· Contribute to HR projects and initiatives as assigned.
· Maintain staff confidence and protect operations by keeping human resource information confidential.
· Ensure knowledge of and stay updated on changes in Employment Standards and Canadian employment law.
Education and Experience
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in HR with knowledge of recruitment, benefits, performance management and WCB claims/return to work.
- Minimum of 2 years of Dayforce experience
- Strong knowledge of labour standards regulations and human rights legislation
- MS Office/Excel skills
- CHRP designation an asset
- Union and non-union experience
Skills/Competencies
- Excellent communication skills
- Problem solving skills
- Ability to multitask and prioritize
- Approachable, professional and trustworthy
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Work from home
Application question(s):
- On a scale of 1-10 please rate your Dayforce understanding/skills:
Work Location: Remote
