Human Resources Advisor

K’awat’si Economic Development Corporation (KEDC)•Port Hardy, BC

50d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an HR Advisor – Organizational Development & Planning who supports the design, implementation, and administration of strategic human resource systems for K’awat’si Economic Development Corporation and its affiliated businesses. This role focuses on workforce planning, organizational structure, performance management, health and safety, compensation and rewards, learning and development, and HR policy governance. Working closely with the HR Director, the Advisor ensures HR practices align with KEDC’s corporate strategy, governance framework, and long-term economic development objectives. This is not a remote position and requires relocation to Port Hardy, located on the northern tip of Vancouver Island, BC. Port Hardy serves as a gateway to natural beauty and cultural heritage. Nestled in a region of breathtaking rainforests, rugged coastlines, and vibrant marine life, the town offers a rich tapestry of community and history.

Requirements

Degree or Diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
4–6 years progressive HR experience.
Strong knowledge of employment and occupational health & safety legislation.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting multi-entity organizations is considered an asset.
CPHR designation (or working toward) preferred.
Knowledge of Indigenous governance and economic development principles is considered an asset.
OHS experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

HR Planning & Workforce Strategy
Support the development and execution of the annual HR plan.
Conduct workforce planning across KEDC and subsidiary companies.
Maintain organizational charts and workforce analytics.
Provide research and analysis to inform long-term HR strategy.
Handling employee lifecycle.
Policy & Governance Administration
Develop, update, and administer HR and, OHS policies and procedures.
Ensure compliance with employment legislation and regulatory requirements.
Maintain HR documentation standards and internal controls.
Provide policy interpretation and advisory support to leadership.
Health & Safety
Coordinate and support corporate health and safety programs across all business lines.
Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety legislation.
Maintain safety reporting systems and compliance tracking.
Support safety training and continuous improvement initiatives.
Performance Management
Administer and improve the performance evaluation framework.
Support managers with goal-setting and review processes.
Monitor performance cycles and documentation standards.
Assist in performance development planning.
Learning & Development
Identify training and organizational development needs.
Develop annual learning and development plans.
Support leadership development and succession planning initiatives.
Track training metrics and evaluate program effectiveness.
Function Evaluation & Organizational Design
Conduct job analysis and role/function evaluations.
Maintain up-to-date job descriptions and classification structures.
Provide recommendations on organizational structure improvements.
Support alignment between roles and strategic objectives.
Compensation & Rewards
Conduct compensation benchmarking and market analysis.
Support the development of equitable pay structures.
Assist in the administration of rewards and recognition programs.
HR Reporting & Research
Track HR metrics including workforce trends, training participation, and performance outcomes.
Prepare reports for the HR Director as required.
Conduct research to support continuous HR improvement.
Any other HR operations needed for the business lines, as assigned by the HR Director.