Job Description

\xe2\x80\x8b\xe2\x80\x8bLocated at 3099 Barrington Street in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, B3K 5M7, and 35 Micmac Boulevard, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada, B3A 4Y8, Irving Shipbuilding is proud to be Canada\xe2\x80\x99s National Shipbuilder. Over the next 30 years, our shipbuilders will construct 20+ modern patrol ships and surface combatants for the Royal Canadian Navy as part of the largest defence procurement project in Canadian history.

We have built more than 80% of Canada\'s current combatant fleet and continue to perform maintenance and modernization work on these vessels. We are committed to building the best ships, with the best workforce in the best facilities. By joining our team of more than 2,300 shipbuilders, you can enjoy a dynamic, diverse, and family-friendly career with a company dedicated to your success, learning, health, wellness, and safety.

At Irving Shipbuilding, we\xe2\x80\x99re making history \xe2\x80\x93 why not make it with us? Learn more about careers at Irving Shipbuilding: .

Irving Shipbuilding Inc. is seeking a Human Resources Associate.

Reporting to the Human Resources (HR) Team Lead, the HR Associate collaborates with the HR Business Partners to support the effective implementation of HR policies, procedures, and programs. The HR Associate ensures the HR Information System has accurate and timely people data. They collect, update, report on, analyze and interpret people data to inform HR strategy discussions with business unit leaders. They support employees and managers by responding to HR inquiries, and support the Manager of HR and the centers of excellence in implementing talent management programs and improving HR processes and practices.

This is a permanent full-time role based in Halifax Regional Municipality, Nova Scotia. The primary language of work is English. We encourage applications from qualified African Nova Scotians, racially visible persons, women (applying for non-traditional positions), persons with disabilities, Aboriginal persons and persons of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Irving Shipbuilding Inc. (ISI) encourages applicants to self-identify in the cover letter/resume portion of your application. ISI is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment where all employees feel supported and valued. ISI is committed to working towards a barrier-free workplace and to expanding the accessibility of the workplace to persons with disabilities. Candidates who require accommodation during the selection process are invited to contact .

Qualifications:

• Education:

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree (or equivalent) in HR, Business, Organizational Development, or related field.
• CPHR Designation or ability to achieve a CPHR designation.
• Experience: 2+ years\xe2\x80\x99 experience in Human Resources.
• Experience with conducting research as well as gathering and analyzing various forms of data.
• Demonstrated technology aptitude with advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Experience working with HR information systems
• Well developed communication skills.
• Excellent client service skills.
• High attention to detail and an ability to use data to find root causes of issues and resolve them.
• Fast and flexible, you thrive in an environment that is constantly changing and evolving.

All successful applicants must meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitates proper employee documentation and records in HR systems, including writing employment documents, maintaining reports and data sources, compiling reports, and researching information as needed.
• Reviews HR Information System data to ensure 100% data integrity; searches for trends in complex HR data and identifies root causes of data integrity issues then develops processes and work instructions to ensure they are corrected.
• Administers, implements, reinforces, and suggests modifications to HR policies, programs, and procedures. Audits HR policies, programs, and procedures against relevant legislation and best practices and recommends improvements.
• Provides first level information to employees and managers on HR policies, programs, and procedures. Resolves HR inquiries or escalates to the appropriate individual for further advice depending on severity.
• Assists the COE and HRBPs in the preparation and delivery of HR and HR technology related training material, leadership development programs, and other talent management strategic initiatives.
• Supports the HRBPs and HR Manager in implementing talent management programs (e.g. attendance and performance management, succession planning, diversity and inclusion) and special projects.
• Assists in the delivery of the Employee Engagement program, including promoting the survey to achieve maximum participation, preparing and analyzing data, creating presentations to the business and assisting in the scheduling and facilitating Employee Experience or Action Planning teams.
• Supports the HR and Management teams in ensuring alignment of organizational structure. Assists leaders with developing consistent & accurate job descriptions, works with HRBP to ensure job is evaluated fairly and according to process, gathers data for cross organizational alignment reviews, and works with business to ensure organizational charts are updated and accurate.
• Facilitates the selection process for new employees including preparing accurate requisition requests, preparing salary recommendation information for review by HRBP, and drafting organizational announcements.
• Facilitates pre hire onboarding, new hire orientation, post hire onboarding and offboarding, including managing logistics with appropriate teams (e.g. IT, HR shared services), ensuring new hire paperwork is submitted in a timely and complete manner, coordinating new hire orientation activities, assisting with exit interviews if required, ensuring knowledge transfers are completed, and other related duties.
• Supports the safe and effective return to work process. Reviews accommodation candidates against current openings to help facilitate accommodation matches and works with HSWE, Manager, HRBP and Employees to facilitate safe and effective returns to work.

What We Offer:

Irving Shipbuilding is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including but not limited to:

• A flexible medical, dental, and vision plan
• Employee & Family Assistance Programs
• RRSP matching program
• Health & Wellness reimbursements
• Opportunities to take part in job related training and development
• Growth and progression opportunities within Irving Shipbuilding and the larger network of the JD Irving group of companies
• Relocation costs (if eligible)

Please be advised that some positions within our business have been designated as \xe2\x80\x98Safety Sensitive\xe2\x80\x99 where the employee holding the position has a heightened responsibility for his/her own safety or the safety of others due to the nature of the job. If this is the case, you will be informed in the interview process.

For further details, please contact Talent Acquisition at .

To Apply for this Career Opportunity:

Please complete the online application form. An up-to-date resume of past experience and education is required.

All applications will be reviewed by one of our recruiters. If the recruiter sees a potential opportunity (current or future) that matches your skills and experience, you will be contacted to discuss your qualifications for a position with Irving Shipbuilding.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

To learn more about our products and services, click .

Irving Shipbuilding Inc. is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, and we are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Additional Information

• Posting Date: Sep 12, 2023

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