Gardewine is a large transportation, warehousing, and Logistics Company with terminals across Canada and a strong history that dates back to the 1950’s. The most important aspect of our company’s operations is our dedicated people; our people will always be the source of our success and their safety and health will always come first.
Summary
Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, the HR Specialist will support all terminals with a focus on benefit’s, disability, worker’s compensation claims and employee relations.
Duties and Responsibilities
· Lead the incident reporting system by tracking, measuring and reporting incidents
· Process all workers compensation reports to the appropriate jurisdiction
· Enable and manage return to work programs in partnership with all department and terminal managers, as well as safety
· Track and monitor monthly activity of claims with a focus on program improvement
· Submit and follow-up on all disability claims
· Develop, foster and build alternative programs for accommodation needed by workers
· Creates and builds initiatives that get employees back to regular job routinely
· Fosters relationships with third part providers
· Encourages, demonstrates and practices positive employer-employee relationships that contribute to the productivity and morale that support overall company goals
· Respond and manage employee inquiries pertaining to all benefit programs
· Prepares monthly and quarterly reports
· Assist other team members on recruiting, hiring, and training tasks
· Support the Safety and Health department and program
· Helps in Department Projects as needed
· Complete other duties as necessary in support of Human Resources department needs
Experience
· Proven work experience as a WCB, Benefits and/or Human Resources Administrator would be preferred
· Work experience in the transportation industry or related fields would be considered an asset.
· Understanding of benefit plan administration and familiarity with group insurance plans.
Education
· Post-secondary education in Human Resources or another related field would be considered an asset.
· Knowledge of federal and provincial laws pertinent to WCB and benefits administration.
Skills
· Ability to work independently and in a team environment
· Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
· A positive attitude and excellent people skills
· Excellent written and oral communication skills
· Strong organizational, priority management, and problem solving skills
At Gardewine, we are committed to continually improving our approach to building a diverse, inclusive, and value driven workplace. If you are excited about this role but your experiences do not align perfectly with our job description, we encourage you to apply regardless. You could just be the right candidate for this role or others! Gardewine is an equal opportunity employer and recognized as a Top Fleet Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00-$104,015.72 per year
Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person