Job Description

HR Generalist

Location:

Vancouver, B.C.

Employment Type:

Permanent, Full-time

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid

Salary:

$65,000 - $75,000 per year

Shift Energy Group

is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented

HR Generalist

with a strong focus on Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) to join our Human Resources team in Vancouver. This role combines core HR responsibilities with leadership in workplace health, safety, and compliance initiatives. It is a hands-on position, ideal for a professional with experience in OH&S, particularly within the construction or renewable energy industry.

We're a leader in designing and building solar and energy storage projects across Canada. We work on residential, commercial, off-grid, and on-grid projects, offering comprehensive solar and energy storage solutions tailored to diverse energy needs.

Headquartered
in Victoria, BC, we operate in five provinces: British Columbia, Alberta,
Ontario, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia. Our mission is to deliver exceptional,
sustainable energy solutions that drive positive change and move the industry
forward.

About the Role:

As an HR Generalist with a focus on Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S),you will play an integral role in shaping both the people and safety practices at Shift Energy Group. You will be responsible for guiding OH&S programs and initiatives that promote compliance, awareness, and a strong culture of safety, while also managing the full employee lifecycle for your client group. By combining expertise in HR with leadership in OH&S, you will help foster a safe, positive, and high-performing workplace where employees can thrive.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage the full employee lifecycle for your client group, including recruitment, onboarding, development, performance management, and offboarding. Partner with leaders to provide HR guidance and support aligned with organizational goals. Support employee engagement, development, and retention initiatives. Ensure HR policies and practices are applied consistently and effectively. Act as a trusted advisor in managing workplace investigations, conflict resolution, and performance concerns. Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records and support HR administrative tasks such as reporting, documentation, and compliance tracking. Design, implement, and continuously improve OH&S programs, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with provincial and federal regulations. Chair the Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC) and support its ongoing activities. Oversee and deliver orientations, training, and communication on health and safety practices. Track and report on annual and semi-annual safety performance metrics to ensure goals are being met. Maintain and enhance OH&S policies, procedures, and programs in alignment with regulations. All other duties as seen necessary for this role.

Required:

Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field (or equivalent experience). 3+ years of HR generalist experience, with at least 2 years focused on Occupational Health & Safety. Strong knowledge of employment legislation and workplace safety requirements in British Columbia. Experience developing, implementing, and maintaining OH&S programs and compliance initiatives at a national level. Experience chairing a Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC). Excellent organizational and administrative skills with strong attention to detail. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to partner effectively with leaders and employees.

Preferred:

CPHR designation. OH&S certifications such as CRSP (Certified Registered Safety Professional). Experience leading employee orientations, safety training, and compliance initiatives. Experience working in a multi-provincial organization with varying employment standards. Previous experience supporting technical or high-risk industries, such as construction, renewable energy, or utilities. Demonstrated experience in employee relations and conflict resolution.

Compensation & Benefits:

Competitive base salary of $65,000-$75,000 annually. Comprehensive health benefits, including dental and vision Company-matched RRSP contributions Paid vacation and sick leave A professional development fund to support your growth A positive, inclusive, and dynamic work culture with regular team events Hybrid work flexibility

Join us in shaping the future of the solar industry in Canada.

To learn more about our team and culture, visit
shift.ca or check out @shiftenergygroup on Instagram.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At Shift Energy Group, we are committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities. All qualified applicants will receive fair and equal consideration for employment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00-$75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Flexible schedule Paid time off RRSP match Vision care Work from home
Application question(s):

Are you legally authorized to work in Canada?
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:

HR Generalist: 3 years (preferred) OH&S: 2 years (preferred)
Location:

Vancouver, BC V5X 4N6 (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Vancouver, BC V5X 4N6