Seasoned Human Resource Professional with over a decade of experience, in a variety of industries and a range in company size. This has afforded me the luxury to gain invaluable knowledge and diversity of understanding so many aspects of the Human Resource process, and the importance of it within companies.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Human Resources Business Partner
Recochem Inc
02.2018 - Current
Manage seasonal ramp up recruitment and all other recruitment for temporary and permanent hires at multiple sites and develops contract terms for all new hires, promotions and transfers
Steered change management by working closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention
Managed and resolved complex employee relations issues
Conduct effective, thorough and objective investigations
Maintained in-depth knowledge of local employment laws and legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees
Worked closely with Health and Safety team and managed workers' compensation claims
Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions)
Provided HR policy guidance and interpretation
Developed effective communication plans for policy changes or program roll-outs
Managed office services for the sites as well as a Receptionist and an HR Coordinator.
HR Business Partner
Baker Hughes, a GE Company
01.2012 - 01.2017
Work with client groups to analyze and forecast human capital needs, identify and diagnose critical talent gaps, and select the appropriate people strategies to mitigate key risks related to talent acquisition, engagement, development, and retention
Establishing and maintaining ongoing partnerships with assigned client groups and participate closely with assigned client's leadership team
Facilitate workshops on Leadership Essentials and being a Retention Champion for managers
Coordinate, facilitate and execute mass Reduction in Force efforts to align the business to the market conditions
Provide coaching to managers and employees on employment law, a variety of employee relations issues, performance management & correction, and policies/practices
Coach Managers and supervisors on creating succession plans, development plans and Performance Improvement plans to ensure that talent progresses and stays on track
Conduct confidential investigations write case reports and recommend actions to management
Participate in operational meetings and make presentations on human resource-related matters.
Talent Acquisitions Specialist
Konica Minolta Canada Ltd
01.2010 - 01.2012
Networking and connecting with potential candidates on LinkedIn and other social networking sites
Write and create job descriptions and post advertisements for positions in various websites and media
Develop Campus Recruitment programs, including attending career fairs as well as create relationships with student associations and clubs to develop candidate funnels and sponsorship opportunities
Arrange and facilitate the interviewing process and coach hiring managers
Led recruitment rebranding initiative as well as leading an initiative to become more active in Social Media and Social Media Recruitment
Project lead for the research and implementation of an ATS (Silk Roads - Open Hire)
Conduct Reference Checks and facilitate background checks through BackCheck.
Human Resources Manager
Home Depot Canada
01.2008 - 01.2010
Manage the hiring process to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and policies
Closely partner with managers to ensure effective employee performance management and the engagement of employees to attain goals and expectations
Strategic partner to Management on recruitment, retention and succession planning
Manage turnover results and work to maintain a positive work environment through continual employee development and engagement
Partner with the management team in providing coaching and guidance in identifying issues which require immediate attention and aiding in the development of appropriate action, and provide guidance on HR issues.
Human Resources Manager
EMIS INC
01.2007 - 01.2008
Complete overhaul of existing benefits program, research and roll out of new program
Development of all Recruitment Processes and Procedures
Responsible for all recruitment - Staff increased from 20 when I joined to over 40 in October of 2008
Research on HRIS providers and implementation ADP's People@Work.
Recruitment Consultant
Design Group Staffing
01.2007
Mine Resume Databases, and internal Databases to find qualified candidates with in the Engineering Vertical
Recruit sufficient number of quality candidates and contractors to meet and/or exceed performance targets.