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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

HMCS Discovery - Naval Reserve Division

• Leading a department of over 40 people to ensure operational and training success by continually seeking new methodologies, processes and leading change.
• Supervise subordinates to ensure proper procedures are followed and safety is maintained throughout emergency exercises, deck, rigging and shipboard activities.
• Effectively manage and mentor junior leaders, recruits and subordinates through preparation of training schedules, performance reviews, appraisals and progress interviews, and, when necessary, progressive discipline.
• Constantly demonstrates genuine respect for others and cultivates an environment of cooperation, support and open communication while promptly and tactfully dealing with conflict.

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

The Pacific Legal Education and Outreach Society (PLEO) seeks to ensure that the non-profit sector and low-income artists and arts organizations are informed about and empowered to exercise their legal rights and responsibilities under the laws which govern their activities.Vital to the healthy functioning of our social, economic, cultural, and.

Tsawwassen, British Columbia, Canada

British Columbia, Canada

• Working in close collaboration with the British Columbia HR team, this position plays an integral role in providing HR support to Regional Business Centers across British Columbia including Environmental Services and.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal client groups,including employees, senior leaders and managers.
• Advocate regional business needs and partner with Centers of Excellence to assess and develop integrated HR solutions for the Business Centers.
• Proactively partner with Business Center Leadership on the development andexecution of an overall people management strategy including; communication,engagement, talent development, succession planning, change.
• Provide strategic guidance and develop applicable action plans on HRrelated issues including; legislated and procedural compliance, interpretation ofcompany policies, company programs, performance management.
• Support and lead the business as a trusted advisor and partner through negotiationand resolution on a variety of managerial, employee and organizational issues.

Burnaby, BC

Fosters an organizational culture within the framework of the Serta Simmons Bedding's Mission, Vision and Value Statementsthrough best in class strategies, practices, programs and policies as part of the Burnaby, BC Serta Manufacturing Management team.Responsibilities include: Payroll and Benefits Administration,Occupational Health and Safety Management.

Richmond, BC; San Diego, CA

• Oversee the tactical activities of Human Resources services for Layfield Group's manufacturing facility in Richmond, BC, and Geosynthetics and Industrial Fabrics fabrication in San Diego, CA. Responsibilities include.
• Developed and participate in the Joint Health and Safety committee.
• Corporate Radiation Safety Officer
• Assist in accident investigations; review findings and prepare synopsis for corrective activities.
• Coordinate OHS training compliant with WorkSafeBC OHS Regulations and OSHA
• Administer OHS records for all aspects of facility programs.Recruitment and Selection

Vancouver

• Strategically formulates and implements budgeted strategic recruiting initiatives that consistently meet annual enrolment targets by maximizing exposure through recruiting events, open houses, lectures, information.
• Performed initial applicant suitability and screening interviews, successfully managing both applicant career expectations and recruitment standards to increase appropriate applicant progression and overall retention.
• Analyse and maintained applicant files and databases to ensure applications are progressing on schedule, and headquarters has information to strategically manage enrolment and training requirements.
• Cultivated a collaborative working relationship with recruiters and file managers from the recruiting centre and other military units to share resources and ensure mutual success in recruiting initiatives.
• Supervised and supported junior recruiters and file managers in developing their skills through continuous learning, training and mentoring programs.

Canadian Forces Recruiting Centre Vancouver

• Fostered communications with applicants throughout, often lengthy, recruiting processing periods, resulting in a reduction in applicant voluntary withdraws during processing.
• Reduced average applicant processing time by 50% by persistently seeking opportunities to undertake additional processing responsibilities and learn new processes and procedures.
• Conducted reference checks and initiated background investigations, with consent, on applicants to ensure their suitability and reliability for employment in the Canadian Forces.

Canadian Forces Leadership And Recruit School

• Instructed Basic Military Qualification and Basic Military Officer Qualification courses.
• Responsible for developing and supervising future Military Officers and Members.
• Led through an emphasis on mentorship and team building.
• Promoted effective teamwork, esprit de corps and maintained high morale.

Vancouver, BC

• Organized logistical support for all warships visiting Vancouver.
• Liaised between a variety of civilian and government agencies.
• Greeted vessels on arrival, and provided security and port briefings to vessel Command teams and their representatives.
• Interacted with the general public, answering public queries, and disseminating information on behalf of visiting naval vessels.

HMCS Discovery, Vancouver, BC

• Responsible for ensuring routine maintenance, reporting of deficiencies, physical security and safety of unit facilities.
• Actively supervise workplace safety ensuring potential hazards are identified and corrected or mitigated as much as practicable, and ensures all incidents are reported and investigated as required.
• Routinely coordinate and supervise outside contractors ensuring task completion and compliance with prescribed safety regulations.
• Former Chair and Member of the Safety and Environmental Management Committee.
• Responsible for WHMIS and Transport Dangerous Goods compliance and training.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of WorkSafeBC OHS Regulations and Guidelines.

Bachelor Of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Human Resources Management

Associate Of Arts Degree, Psychology

Diploma Of Technical Studies, Electronics

Primary Leadership Course

Intermediate Leadership Course

Advanced Leadership Course