Senior Human Resources Generalist (Contract)

Engineers and Geoscientists BC • Burnaby, BC

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia is seeking a Senior Human Resources Generalist for a contract position until the end of June 2027. This role involves developing, implementing, and maintaining HR programs and policies, and providing senior-level support for employee relations, including complaint intake, investigations, leaves management, workplace accommodations, and other HR projects. The organization offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, an inclusive culture, and a hybrid work environment.

Requirements

• 7+ years of related human resources generalist experience showing distinct progression in senior responsibility, complexity, scope, and required competency.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field is required.
• CPHR certification is required.
• Experience with researching, drafting and implementing complex HR policy.
• Experience researching, understanding and applying related employment standards and human rights and workplace safety legislation.
• Strong attention to detail, a senior ability to work independently, and advanced critical thinking skills.
• Experience with developing and implementing complex organizational development projects.
• Experience working with confidential and/or sensitive personnel issues including complex investigations, performance management, and employee discipline and terminations.
• Strong and empathetic communication skills.
• Able to craft clear, compelling written communication that not only informs but also connects with and understands the audience.
• Possesses a change management mindset.

Responsibilities

• Act as a key senior contributor in developing, implementing, and maintaining human resources programs and policies.
• Act as a senior level resource supporting employee relations, including complaint intake and investigations, leaves management and workplace accommodations, and other HR-related projects and initiatives.
• Function as a senior level human resources professional and key advisor to leaders on matters related to complex employee relations matters, such as performance, accommodations, leaves, complaints, and investigations.
• Research, draft, review, and manage sound human resource policies, practices and procedures that are complex, clear, effective, and compliant and consistent with related legislation and organizational requirements.
• Function as a senior-level human resources professional and key contributor in both day-to-day and forward-looking HR projects and initiatives.
• Participate in and contribute toward initiatives related to workplace safety and safety related compliance.
• Participate in the Joint Health and Safety Committee and related processes and administration on an as-needed or rotational basis.
• Work on additional day-to-day Human Resources related tasks, initiatives, and projects including but not limited to those related to employee relations issues, compensation and benefits, workplace investigations, legal reviews, and formal employee communication in the form of letters, addendums, agreements or announcements.
• Research and understand related legislation, practices, and policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by direct leader and, as appropriate, members of the departmental leadership team.

Benefits

• 8% additional pay in lieu of benefits.
• 10 vacation days per annum (pro-rated based on the length of contract).
• A flex day program offering additional paid days off (usually alternating Fridays) as a result of a compressed work week.
• A hybrid work model with an assigned schedule confirming days worked remotely and days worked in-office.
• The required tools, equipment, and technology for employees to work remotely are provided.
• Free parking at the office, or a transit reimbursement offered to employees who take transit to work.
• Competitive compensation and benefits program including an annual salary within our hiring range of $99,000 to $110,500 (pro-rated based on the length of contract).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior