Andrew Chambers
Traxx Coachlines
Calgary,Canada
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Language
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Certification
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Years of experience
HR / Payroll Project Manager leading HR digitization, ADP implementation, and payroll process change during organizational transition. Delivered a full employment manual update aligned with multi-provincial and federal legislation while supporting continuity for 200+ employees. Built an in-house HR team to stabilize operations and protect employee confidence through go-live and handoff.
Work History
HR / Payroll Project Manager (Contract)
8 Months- Led digitization of manual HR processes and supported ADP implementation for 200+ employees during organizational transition, ensuring continuity and compliance while maintaining employee confidence.
- Modernized company employment manual to align policies with multi-provincial and federal employment legislation, enhancing compliance and operational consistency across Canada.
- Built and transitioned in-house HR team to ensure operational continuity during final project phase.
Career Transition
3 Months- Navigated company merger leading to position elimination; actively sought new opportunities while completing professional development courses.
HR & Safety Manager
2 Years 11 Months- Advised executives on employee relations, performance management, terminations, and human rights matters to enhance organizational compliance and employee satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented performance management and goal-setting processes aligned to business objectives and the strategic plan. Achieved a 72% manager utilization rate over 2 years.
- Led administration of the COR-compliant health and safety programs, including audits through the Alberta Construction Safety Association. Maintained zero lost time and an overall score of 84%.
- Supervised the Health & Safety Committee and Employer Co-Chair; conducted monthly meetings, training, and policy updates.
- Supervised Health & Safety Committee and served as Employer Co-Chair; conducted monthly meetings, provided training, and updated policies to ensure safety program effectiveness.
- Improved shop engagement and reduced turnover by 10%.
- Streamlined onboarding processes, cutting completion time from 4 days to 1 day to accelerate new employee integration.
Workforce Advisor
1 Year 5 Months- Supported 100+ Albertans monthly, including individuals with disabilities and other job seekers, in accessing government-funded workforce programs to enhance employment opportunities.
- Built employer relationships through weekly presentations and outreach, networking with 15+ employers weekly to align hiring needs with client opportunities.
- Coordinated with Calgary and Edmonton teams on 3 annual multi-city employer events, advancing workforce planning, policy interpretation, and client advocacy initiatives.
Caregiving Leave
8 Months- Supported relative with complex needs by establishing non-profit organization for in-home care.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
HR / Health & Safety Administrator
11 Months- Coordinated recruitment and onboarding processes, enhancing employee lifecycle administration.
- Advised leadership on performance management strategies and employee relations, fostering a supportive work environment.
- Co-chaired Health & Safety Committee, facilitating monthly safety meetings, achieving COR certification with a passing grade of 80%.
9 Months
- Relocated to Edmonton, pursued employment, completed contract work, and finished LinkedIn courses in recruitment, resume writing, engagement, leadership, sales, and marketing.
HR / Safety Advisor
1 Year- Managed full-cycle recruitment for trades and professional roles, including postings, screening, interviews, hiring, and onboarding, successfully filling 5 roles per month during peak spring recruitment.
- Co-chaired Health & Safety Committee, training 3 new members to enhance committee effectiveness.
- Conducted annual COR audit, achieving 89% score while ensuring zero lost time incidents.
HR / Safety Administrator
1 Year 2 Months- Strengthened safety compliance by supporting COR audits, coordinating inspections, and implementing corrective actions.
- Maintained accurate personnel records and enhanced employee development through targeted training initiatives.
- Strengthened safety compliance by coordinating COR audits, conducting inspections, and implementing corrective actions.
Education
Bachelor of Management - Human Resources & Labour Relations and Marketing
- Maintained a cumulative GPA of 3.8, graduated with distinction.
- GPA: 3.8
Skills
Talent Acquisition & Recruitment
Full-Cycle Recruitment
Candidate Screening & Interviews
Workforce Planning
Employee Relations
Onboarding & Orientation
HRIS Administration
HR Documentation & Records
HR Project Management
ADP implementation
Compensation administration
Benefits administration
Succession planning
Job analysis
Compensation benchmarking
Learning management systems
Employee recognition programs
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Safety Training – ACSA and MHSA
- H&S Committee Guidelines
- Peer Auditor & Refresher (A2017 -12139)
- Effective Disability Management
- Safety Basics
- Incident Investigation
- Leadership for Safety Excellence (LSE)
- Hazard Assessment & Analysis
- Alberta OHS & Legislation Awareness
- Principles of Health & Safety Management
- Construction Safety Training System (CSTS 3.2)
Timeline
HR / Payroll Project Manager (Contract)
Traxx Coachlines
09.2025 - 05.2026Read More
Career Transition
Unemployed
06.2025 - 09.2025Read More
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Expertec
06.2022 - 05.2025Read More
Workforce Advisor
Prospect Human Services
01.2021 - 06.2022Read More
Caregiving Leave
04.2020 - 12.2020Read More
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Integrated Rectifier Technologies (IRT)
05.2019 - 04.2020Read More
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Intercontinental Truck Body
08.2017 - 08.2018Read More
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02.2008 - 04.2009Read More
University of Lethbridge
Bachelor of Management from Human Resources & Labour Relations and Marketing
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Additional Career History
- Business Student | University of Lethbridge | September 2016 – July 2017
- Corporate Account Manager | Office Move Pro | March 2015 – August 2016
- Business Development Manager / Project Manager (Contract) | October 2013 – October 2015
- Professional Class 1 Driver | Halliburton / TR Transport – Contract Operator | May 2010 – October 2014
- Marketing Director (Contract) | Prairie Mall | May 2009 – May 2010