HR Assistant

Fort Garry Industries is Canada's most trusted truck and trailer parts, sales and service provider. The Fort Garry Industries group of companies has over 500 employees with locations across Canada.

With over 100 years of service under our belt, Fort Garry Industries is always expanding and looking for talented and motivated people to join our team and help with our continued success!

Fort Garry Industries has an exciting opportunity for a Human Resources Assistant to join our team at our Corporate Office in Winnipeg.

What You Will Do:

• Meet FGI Customer Service Standard and Core Values during each and every transaction
• Organize and maintain internal databases with digital records related to employee information and health and safety training
• Support new employee onboarding, prepare offer documentation, and conduct orientation sessions
• Update company policies and FAQ Documents
• Update, maintain, and present reports with KPIs such as turnover rates and hires by each department
• Assist recruitment with reviewing resumes, cold sourcing candidates, performing phone screens and scheduling interviews
• Prepare correspondence, arrange meetings, and process confidential reports and documents
• Maintain/support personnel files (electronic & paper) and ensure compliance with record keeping regulations.
• Collaborate with the Human Resources and Health and Safety team to enhance and streamline processes and practices
• Ensure strict confidentiality when handling sensitive employee issues
• Handle all employee queries, written or verbal with the utmost confidentiality
• May participate in job fairs and in-house recruitment events
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

What We Require:

• Degree, diploma, or certificate in Human Resources or a combination of education and experience is required (CPHR candidacy or working towards an asset)
• Must have of 2 years of Human Resources related experience
• Demonstrated experience in recruitment and talent acquisition (sourcing, screening and interviewing) preferred
• Previous experience with HRIS, applicant tracking software, social media etc. an asset
• Well rounded comprehension of Human Resources principles, practices, employment standards, human rights, WCB and WSIB regulations an asset.
• Friendly and approachable - ability to build strong working relationships
• Excellent phone mannerisms and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize workload in a busy office environment with limited lifting (20lbs)
• Works with a sense of urgency, is well organized and capable of meeting deadlines
  
  

What We Offer:

• A Highly Competitive Wage – eligible for a yearly bonus
• Dental/Vision Benefits
• Health Spending Account
• Sick Pay Allowance
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Investment Opportunities
• Continuous Learning Environment
• Casual Dress Code
• Fun and Supportive Work Environment
  
  

Fort Garry Industries welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

Fort Garry Industries is committed to the principle of Employment Equity. It is our goal to achieve a workforce that is reflective of the citizens we serve. Employment Equity promotes the principles of fairness, merit and equitable employment representation. Fort Garry Industries values diversity in the workplace. Women, Indigenous People, Visible Minorities and Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. Creating a culture of equality isn’t just the right thing to do, it’s also the smart thing.