Design, develop and implement effective HR strategies for recruitment, succession planning, employee development, performance management, engagement and seasonal staffing needs.Develop and implement corporate policies and procedures including: an employee handbook, various policies including a code of conduct, onboarding and orientation programs, and corporate health and safety programEstablished a new human resources department with oversight in Alberta, British Columbia, and Saskatchewan Developed close working relationships with multiple client groups by developing a solid understanding of the work being done, their needs and challenges, and the goals for their business units Introduced change management initiatives to address systemic workplace culture issues and improve employee engagement and retention Talent Acquisition­ Develop recruiting plans for different levels of roles and regions ­ Pre-Screen, interview, and reference check candidates ­ Conduct needs analysis to ensure the right candidate is selected for the jobProvide interpretation of relevant Employment Standards Legislation, Occupational Health and Safety Legislation, and Human Rights Legislation in Alberta, British Columbia and SaskatchewanConduct annual compensation review Provide advice, support, and direction to employees, front line supervisors, and senior managers on various issues while keeping corporate goals and culture in mind Facilitation of training programs, health and safety meetings, and management team meetings

Foreign Worker Program-Obtaining Labour Market Opinions (LMO), -Work Permits, including skilled trades for LMO exempt roles, and NAFTA professionals -Develop and manage on-boarding procedure for foreign workers-Work with foreign workers to develop long term settlement plans and paths to permanent residency Drug and Alcohol Administration-Administer pre-employment, post-incident, pre-access, reasonable cause and DOT-pool random testing-Handle results, and administer return to work programLabour Relations-Work with employees and supervisors to resolve conflicts-Develop performance improvement plans-Consult with managers and supervisors on Employments Standards and potential Human Rights issues Recruitment-Develop recruiting plans for different roles across Canada-Pre-Screen, Interview, Reference check and On-board new employees-Develop On-boarding and Training proceduresRetention-Consult with Employees and supervisors about career progression options-Implemented extended benefits program (RRSP plan, Subsistence program)

First point of customer contact. Successfully established ongoing relationships with engineers, general contractors and project managers.Responsible for assessing project requirements and managing order intake while provide attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy in a complex work environment.Manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, industry specific environment

Contractor Sales, Tool Rental, and Delivery Conduct pre-screening, interviewing and assessing of candidates in multiple departmentsPerform monthly, quarterly and annual performance reviews with staffManage on-boarding process for new employeesDevelop and provide training and development workshops to staff from across the districtDeal with employee relations issuesRecruited to be in High Potential Leadership Development Program

Identified client needs to recommend solutions and negotiate terms and conditions of contractsDeliver sales and product information sessions to decision makersConduct S.W.O.T analysis sessions with clients to assess needsDevelop strong relationships with school boards, curriculum consultants and principals Facilitate client meetings and training seminars throughout Northern Alberta

Manufacturer's Representative Recruited new businesses using different strategies including sourcingIdentified opportunities to expand business through distributor sales channelsTrained Sales Representatives with product knowledge seminars

Provided training and support to sales representatives for high-margin product linesDeveloped sales targets and tracking tools for team members