Human Resources Generalist

Ready to elevate your career GESI is expanding! We are officially hunting for our next Human Resources Generalist in Nova Scotiasomeone ready to bring fresh ideas and grow alongside a dynamic team.

About Us

GFL Environmental Services Inc. (GESI) is a high-growth environmental services company recently carved out of GFL Environmental Inc. Backed by leading private equity firms GESI delivers liquid waste industrial cleaning and soil remediation services across North America through a vertically integrated platform of over 230 sites and a fleet of 1800 vehicles. Our employees collectively known as Team Green enjoy numerous benefits: career advancement opportunities competitive benefits job stability within an essential services company and the chance to make a positive impact every day for our customers and communities Green for Life!

The Role

The HR Generalist provides day-to-day hands-on HR support across assigned operational units. Serving as the primary point of contact for employees and frontline managers this role handles transactional HR processes first-level employee and labour relations and policy interpretation escalating complex high-risk and/or strategic issues to the HR Business Partner.

What Youll Do

Serve as the initial point of contact for frontline managers and employees staff regarding daily HR inquiries workplace policies and collective agreement interpretations.

Process seamless employee lifecycle changes including onboarding role changes leaves of absence offboarding and conduct retention interviews and exit interviews.

Maintain complete and accurate HR records system data and standard compliance reporting.

Oversee regional data integrity in Workday guiding managers on self-service transactions job changes and complex organizational updates

Facilitate site-level engagement initiatives and analyze local turnover drivers partnering with operational leaders to execute retention action plans.

Provide hands-on guidance to operations on routine performance management documentation and preliminary conflict resolution.

Conduct initial facts-gathering for basic workplace grievances or employee concerns; prepare documentation and escalate complex sensitive or high-risk matters to the HRBP.

Ensure consistent fair application of employment standards company policies and collective bargaining agreements.

Facilitate engaging new hire orientation programs to ensure smooth integration into the team.

Support the rollout of corporate HR programs (e.g. annual performance reviews immigration new hire orientation engagement surveys) by coordinating logistics and tracking completion.

Perform other tactical duties as assigned to support daily HR operations.

What Were Looking For(Qualifications)

3 to 5 years of progressive experience in a human resources advisory role;

Bilingual proficiency in English and French would be an asset (both verbal and written);

Strong knowledge and experience of current Canadian labour laws Human Rights legislation and Employment Standards;

Experience working in a unionized environment;

Proficiency with Google Workspace including but not limited to Docs Sheets and Gmail

Experience with HRIS (preferably Workday)

A valid Class 5 drivers license access to a vehicle and the ability to travel to various office GFL locations

University or College education

HR Certification is an asset

What We Offer

Why join us We believe in taking care of our team. Here is a snapshot of our total rewards you can expect:

Health: Comprehensive medical dental and vision insurance.

Wellness: Employee Assistance Program life insurance and paid time-off

Financial: RRSP matching profit sharing and competitive wages

Culture: Growth opportunities and continuous learning opportunities

Join us and become part of Team Green at GFL Environmental where your skills and

dedication will be valued and rewarded. Apply now for this exciting opportunity!

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We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all without regard to race religion color national origin citizenship sex sexual orientation gender identity age veteran status disability genetic information or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position please contact

Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorshipfor this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.

This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.