HR Generalist (Burlington, ON)

At Wolseley Canada, our leading-edge is the knowledge and insight found in every corner of our organization. Here, you’ll build strong relationships and support critical industries that touch the lives of Canadians. Every day, we show up with intention and pride; in ourselves, our associates, and our customers. You’ll have a solid foundation to try new things, uncover new possibilities, challenge yourself, and grow your career. Does this sound like somewhere you’d like to be?

Wolseley Canada is the leading wholesale distributor of plumbing, HVAC/R, waterworks and industrial products in the country and working here means, a network of possibilities, a place you are valued and a higher standard.

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We are looking for an HR Generalist to support our corporate and field operations. This role provides broad HR support across a variety of responsibilities including Workday administration, HR Business Partner support, employee relations, talent acquisition, training, regulatory compliance, and special projects. The ideal candidate is polished, professional, and thrives in a fast-paced corporate environment, someone who can navigate diverse personalities, hold difficult conversations with composure, and deliver white-glove HR service to leaders at all levels.
 

This role requires onsite support 3 days per week at the Burlington Corporate Office.
 

What you will do:

• Accountable for Workday administration to support field HR Business Partners, employee relations, onboarding, performance and talent management, training, and special projects.

• Coach and assist managers on employee relations, organizational policies, and termination processes in both corporate and field environments.

• Assist in identifying, evaluating, and resolving human relations and work performance issues to facilitate communication and improve employee relations.

• Manage complex staffing responsibilities including employee relations matters, investigations, dispute resolution, terminations, and the administration of disciplinary processes with discretion and professionalism.

• Partner with the Talent Acquisition team to manage recruitment needs.

• Lead and support full-cycle organizational change initiatives, including job profile and job description development, compensation analysis, offer letter preparation, and timely Workday updates.

• Support the annual talent cycle including; performance, talent review, and compensation by providing coaching to leaders and associates.

• Prepare reports to support the needs of various business units.

• Maintain compliance with federal and provincial employment legislation.

• Serve as a trusted link between management and employees by handling questions, interpreting policies, and helping resolve work-related issues.

What you will bring:

• Post-secondary education in Human Resource Management or a related field

• 3 years of work experience in a similar role. CHRP designation (completed or in progress) is an asset.

• Experience with Workday is an asset

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, with high emotional intelligence; naturally adapts communication style to diverse audiences, builds trust quickly, and navigates sensitive situations with professionalism and composure.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to offer sound judgment and practical HR recommendations.

• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities, multitask, and consistently meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Proven ability to maintain strict confidentiality and operate within appropriate privacy standards.

• Knowledge of current HR trends, Employment Standards, and applicable employment legislation, with the ability to apply this knowledge in a business context.
   

Each resume submitted gets individually reviewed by our team and retained for 24 months if other new and exciting opportunities arise that match your skills and qualifications.
Please note: This position requires the result of a satisfactory criminal record check. A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position.
Vacancy Status: Existing position
Total Posting Range: $70,000 to $80,000 +10% Bonus

Please note: The total compensation range posted for this role represents the total compensation opportunity, which may include base wage, bonuses, commissions, and/or other monetary components, if applicable. Placement in the range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, candidate experience, skills and qualifications relevant to the role.
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