Job Number: J1126-0182
Job Title: HR Generalist (Recruitment & Labour Relations)
Job Type: Regular Full-Time
Job Category: Human Resources
Vacancy Type: Replacement
Open Positions: 1
Union: Non-Union
Date Posted: November 13, 2026
Closing Date: November 20, 2026
Salary: $36.83 - $44.92/Hour
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Position SummaryAt BCHS, the HR Generalist plays a critical role in delivering high-volume recruitment solutions that support the organization's ongoing staffing needs. Recruitment is the primary focus of this position, requiring an individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, brings energy and determination to their work, and is passionate about finding creative ways to attract top talent.
In this role, you will lead full-cycle recruitment activities for a dedicated portfolio across both the Brantford General and Willett sites. You will actively source and engage healthcare professionals through a variety of channels, leverage innovative recruitment strategies, build talent pipelines, and strengthen BCHS's employment brand within a highly competitive labour market. Success in this role requires a strong sense of urgency, exceptional relationship-building skills, and a relentless commitment to delivering results.
As a trusted recruitment partner to leaders, you will provide expert guidance on workforce planning, candidate attraction, and hiring strategies, helping to ensure critical positions are filled efficiently and effectively. You will continuously seek new opportunities to expand candidate networks, explore emerging recruitment methods, and enhance the candidate experience.
In addition to recruitment responsibilities, you will work alongside HR Business Partners to support labour relations activities, including attendance management, exit interviews, union-management meetings, and grievance administration.
You will have the opportunity to build strong partnerships with leaders across the organization while contributing to solutions that directly impact patient care and organizational success. Because BCHS is small but mighty, your contributions will be visible, meaningful, and felt across the organization. If you are energized by high-volume recruitment, enjoy the challenge of finding talent in difficult-to-fill markets, and are motivated by making a difference in your community and healthcare system, this is the role for you.
Primary Responsibilities - Partnering with hiring managers to understand their needs and develop appropriate sourcing strategies
- Maintaining our ATS and external job boards to cultivate a pipeline of potential future hires including past applicants and referred candidates
- Planning and participating in recruitment events to drive awareness around BCHS' career opportunities
- Working closely with other members of our Human Resources, Organizational Health and Organizational Development team to ensure a smooth and effective end to end recruitment process
- Maintaining all candidate documentation and performing necessary administrative tasks
- Advises both employees and management regarding employee relations policies and procedures, association/contract terms and conditions
- Conduct and coordinate exit and stay interviews for departing employees
- Works closely with Leadership to facilitate harmonious employee relations, stressing cooperation at all levels to ensure effective working relationships between staff and management
- Assists with researching legal issues, preparation and locating relevant grievance documentation necessary to the Hospital's position on various issues and responses to the applicable Union group
- Researches, identifies and analyzes specific employee relations concerns and makes appropriate recommendations to leadership
Mandatory Qualifications - College Diploma in Human Resources or related field is required
- Certified Human Resources Professional or Certified Human Resources Leader is required
- Minimum 3 years' recent/related experience in a unionized healthcare environment
- Knowledge of relevant Employment legislation including Employment Standards Act, Pay Equity Act, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Human Rights legislation
- Excellent computer skills including MS Office, Social Platforms and Job Boards
- Commitment to cultural diversity in the workplace as it relates to the employment process
- Excellent communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills with proven ability to build trust at all levels of the organization
- Excellent Customer service and relationship management skills
- Well organized, exceptional attention to detail
- Strong sense of urgency and desire to meet tight deadlines
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively across all levels of the organization
- Criminal Record Check required
Ready to Make a Difference?If you are passionate about healthcare and looking for a supportive and dynamic work environment, we would love to hear from you! Apply today and join BCHS in delivering exceptional care with compassion and integrity.
AI Use in HiringBrant Community Healthcare System does not use artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or algorithms to screen, assess, or rank candidates during the hiring process; all applications are reviewed by our recruitment team.
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