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This role is responsible for workforce planning, recruitment and onboarding, Team Member relations, HR systems administration, employee records management, benefits administration, and offboarding activities. The Senior HR Generalist supports owner-operator programs, immigration and workforce mobility initiatives, including work permits, visas, and regional immigration programs, while assisting with federally regulated compliance requirements such as pay equity, employment equity, and workforce reporting. Working closely with the HR Director, business leaders, and Payroll, this role provides guidance and support on employee relations matters, investigations, disciplinary processes, policy administration, and organizational initiatives. Acting as a trusted HR resource, the Senior HR Generalist delivers practical advice, promotes compliance, supports operational excellence, and helps drive workforce growth and business success.\nWhy Join the Sutherland Group?\nDiverse career opportunities across transportation, logistics, industrial services, and construction\nCompetitive pay, comprehensive rewards, and benefits\nOpportunities to build a long-term career, not just a job\nA collaborative culture built on safety, respect, and transparency\nMeaningful work that supports the success of multiple businesses and teams\nLocal roots and proud supporters of the communities where we live and work\nCompensation\n$70,000 - $80,000 per year/hour\nCompensation will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and overall alignment with the requirements of the role.\nResponsibilities\nSupport the full Team Member lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, employee changes, leaves of absence, accommodations, benefits administration, offboarding.\nPartner with leaders on workforce planning, succession planning, staffing needs, and organizational growth initiatives.\nManage full-cycle recruitment activities, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer preparation, and onboarding coordination.\nServe as a trusted advisor to leaders and Team Members by providing guidance on policies, procedures, performance management, and employee relations matters.\nSupport HR Director with workplace investigations, disciplinary processes, policy development, and compliance with employment legislation and HR best practices.\nCoordinate owner-operator onboarding, workforce mobility initiatives, and immigration programs, including work permits, visas, and permanent residency processes.\nAdminister and maintain HR systems, employee records, recruitment platforms, reporting, and workforce data to ensure accuracy, compliance, and data integrity.\nIdentify and implement process improvements that enhance HR operations, reporting, recruitment effectiveness, and the overall Team Member experience.\nPerform other related duties and special projects as assigned to support business and departmental objectives.\nQualifications\n2-3+ years of experience in Human Resources, HR Administration, Recruitment, or related HR function.\nExperience supporting Team Member lifecycle activities including recruitment, onboarding, Team Member changes, leaves of absence, and offboarding.\nExperience maintaining HRIS platforms, Team Member records, and HR documentation with a high degree of accuracy and confidentiality.\nStrong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.\nProficiency with Microsoft Office, HRIS systems, and other HR technologies.\nPost-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related fields is preferred.\nCPHR designation, or active pursuit of a CPHR designation, with knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practices is an asset.\nBenefits & Total Rewards\nExtended health, dental and vision\nLife and travel insurance coverages\nComprehensive wellness and paramedical support\nEmployee assistance program\nGenerous pension matching\nReferral bonus opportunities\nAbout Sutherland Group\nThe Sutherland Group is a family of companies operating across transportation, construction, forestry, environmental, mining, marine, and industrial services. For 30 years, we have invested in our people, supported career growth, and delivered exceptional work for our customers and communities.\nJoin the Team\nReady to build your career with a team that lives its values every day? We seek people who are Curious & Adaptable, Trustworthy, Humbly Confident, Better Together, Safety Driven and ready to Make It Happen. We'd love to hear from you.\nDifferent perspectives build better teams. The Sutherland Group of Companies is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring a diverse workforce and ensuring equity, diversity, and inclusivity in the workplace. 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