Job Description
The Human Resources Coordinator plays a key role in supporting day-to-day HR and labor relations activities at the site. This position is responsible for coordinating essential functions such as payroll, employee training, and travel arrangements, while ensuring smooth and efficient operations.
Working closely with both management and staff, the HR Coordinator provides timely support and guidance on labor and human relations matters. This role contributes to overall business success by helping maintain a well-organized, compliant, and employee-focused work environment.
- Coordinate and support all labor relations and human resources activities at the site
- Partner with the HR Manager to implement and maintain HR policies, programs, and procedures in compliance with company standards, legislation, and best practices
- Oversee key HR coordination functions including payroll, training, and travel arrangements
- Identify gaps in HR processes and collaborate with management to implement effective improvements
- Work closely with business leaders to enhance performance, efficiency, and risk management
- Support the development and communication of union-related strategies and processes to management
- Foster positive and professional relationships between employees, management, and union representatives
- Ensure HR and labor relations processes meet internal and external audit requirements
- Promote a positive workplace culture that supports employee engagement, morale, and compliance with company policies and legal standards
- Collaborate with HR and operations leadership to drive employee development, engagement, and retention initiatives
- Maintain regular, documented interactions with employees to support engagement and communication
- Assist in managing and documenting labor relations matters, including grievances, investigations, and workplace concerns
- Stay informed on federal, provincial, and local employment laws and ensure ongoing compliance
- Coordinate and review payroll processes, ensuring accuracy and addressing irregularities such as overtime or discrepancies
- Partner with operations to monitor and document payroll-related variances
- Support training and competency programs, ensuring completion and compliance across the workforce
- Track and maintain employee training and certification records
- Coordinate onboarding activities to ensure a smooth and compliant new hire experience
- Support employee assistance programs, including return-to-work initiatives
- Continuously develop professional knowledge through training, networking, and industry resources
- Build strong relationships across the organization to provide guidance, coaching, and problem-solving support
- Collaborate with leadership, cross-functional teams, and legal counsel as needed
- Contribute to special projects and additional duties as assigned
To be successful in this role, candidates should demonstrate the ability to effectively perform all core responsibilities. The qualifications below reflect the knowledge, skills, and experience required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with disabilities.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, or a related field is preferred (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in labor relations is an asset
- Experience in the oil and gas industry, particularly with drilling contractors, is considered an advantage
- Background in workplace investigations and conflict resolution is preferred
- Proven ability to handle sensitive information with a high level of confidentiality, accuracy, and professionalism
- Strong knowledge of federal, provincial, and local employment laws and regulations
- Familiarity with unionized environments and applicable labor agreements
- Ability to identify business challenges and develop effective HR-driven solutions
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently with minimal supervision
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with strong overall computer skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with employees, management, unions, customers, and external partners
- Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, including outside regular business hours when required
- Willingness and ability to travel to various company locations, including offshore sites
