Human Resource Coordinator - 18 Month Contract Position

Why you’ll love Canada Cartage

An iconic Canadian company with over 100 years of helping companies grow and succeed in Canada, we provide national dedicated fleet solutions, general freight services, managed transportation, fulfillment & distribution, and home delivery. With a national network of terminals, cross-docks, and distribution centers, we are one of Canada’s largest and most trusted supply chain service providers. Driven to exceed customer expectations and supported by technology and innovation, we bring simplicity to complex logistics challenges.

We work with intelligent and focused leaders who are driven to create an outstanding customer experience in partnership with leading Canadian brands. Canada Cartage is deep-rooted in family values with an entrepreneurial culture where ideas are welcomed, growth is fostered and high performance is championed. A recognized leader, founded in 1914, Canada Cartage dominates the industry by delivering innovative fleet solutions.

Position Summary

Provides administrative support focused on onboarding and HR data management, ensuring accurate HRIS records and delivering a smooth, positive employee experience.

Location: Mississauga, Ontario

Schedule: 40 hours Monday to Friday

What You Will Do

• Coordinate end-to-end onboarding activities, including documentation, system setup, and communications
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee information in the HRIS through timely data entry and updates
• Prepare, process, and file employee documents while ensuring confidentiality and data integrity
• Serve as a first point of contact for HR-related inquiries, providing timely and helpful responses
• Support new hires to ensure a welcoming and consistent onboarding experience
• Conduct regular audits of HRIS data to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Assist with reporting and tracking onboarding and HR data metrics
• Support day-to-day HR administrative tasks to maintain an organized and compliant environment
• Oversee and coordinate the employee uniform program
  
  

What You’ll Bring

• 1 year of experience in HR or a related administrative role.
• Post secondary diploma in Human Resources.
• Knowledge of HR practices, employment laws, and employee relations.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, particularly with data entry and record-keeping
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) with a customer-service mindset
• High level of discretion and ability to handle confidential information
• Problem-solving skills with a proactive and solutions-focused approach
• Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on creating a positive employee experience
• Transportation industry experience is an asset.
  
  

Why people love working for Canada Cartage

• Cohesive team and a positive, hard-working atmosphere.
• Meaningful opportunities for career growth.
• Company wide recognition initiatives designed to recognize employees when they demonstrate outstanding customer service, teamwork and our core values.
• Perks - discounted hotels, car rentals, entertainment, gym memberships, phone plans, electronics, to name a few
• Fun events throughout the year, like summer barbeques and driver-appreciation week that regularly bring us together.
• We give back to the communities in which we operate by volunteering and donating to local charities.
• We are a strong company that weathers the storm through pandemics and recessionary periods, so that we can benefit from good economic environments.
  
  

We are a top employer!

• Canada Cartage has been recognized on the Forbes list of Canada’s Best Employers for six straight years in a row.
• Trucking HR has announced that Canada Cartage has again been selected for the 8th year in a row, as one of Canada’s Top Fleet Employers. In addition, we have been recognized as an Employer of Distinction for the 4th year in a row. This serves to reinforce Canada Cartage’s reputation as an employer of high quality.
• We’ve been acknowledged by Forbes 2023, as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity
  
  

Come work with an industry leader!

• Canada Cartage is committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA). We are determined to meet the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA at any point in your application or employment duration, please let us know.
• We would like to thank all those expressing an interest in this position; however, only the candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
  
  

Committed to employment equity, Canada Cartage Systems LP encourages applications from Aboriginal people, members of visible minority groups, and women.

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