Company Description
Embrace your passion for hiking, skiing, snowboarding and many other outdoor activities in Banff National Park while pursuing a fulfilling career at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. Take a risk, make a change and experience a new adventure while further developing your career. To live and work in a National Park is a once in a lifetime opportunity. Our team is a network of empowered individuals with a strong sense of themselves and the hospitality industry. Work hard, play hard and receive extraordinary benefits including subsidized onsite accommodations, which make saving money very easy to manage. Join our Fairmont family today!
Job Description
The People & Culture Generalist is an operationally focused role responsible for the day-to-day execution and administration of key People & Culture functions, with particular accountability for compliance, health & benefits administration, immigration/work permit tracking, Dayforce data integrity, and coverage of core People & Culture activities. While this role provides hands‑on support across all areas of the People & Culture function, the generalist primarily assists, supports, and executes under the direction of the Director and Assistant Director, People & Culture. It is well suited to an HR professional looking to deepen their experience in a complex, high‑volume hospitality environment.
Responsibilities
Compliance, Immigration & Audit Readiness
Maintain day‑to‑day compliance related to:
Work permits and immigration documentation
Temporary Foreign Worker Program tracking
Visa expiry monitoring, implied status tracking, and extensions
Prepare and maintain compliance trackers, reports, and audit files
Support internal and external audits by ensuring documentation, records, and reporting are accurate and up to date
Proactively flag risks, upcoming expiries, or gaps in documentation to leadership
Support recurring and one‑time compliance initiatives (e.g., BPOW, Inclusion & Workplace Charter commitments)
Health, Advantages & WCB Administration
Administer and track:
WCB claims and related documentation
Incident reporting and return‑to‑work documentation
Short‑term disability tracking and follow‑up
Support benefits administration, including:
Enrolments, status changes, and leaves of absence
Liaison with benefit providers as required
Maintain accurate health and benefits records in line with privacy requirements
Support health & benefits reporting and audit requirements
Dayforce & HR Systems Administration
Maintain accuracy and integrity of employee data in Dayforce, including:
New hires, rehires, transfers, and terminations
Position and compensation changes
Work assignments and access changes
Policy acknowledgements and tracking
Process Employee Action Forms (EAFs) and ensure timely system updates
Support payroll‑adjacent processes by ensuring accurate and timely data entry
Act as a first point of support for Dayforce‑related questions and troubleshooting
People & Culture Operations
Letters of employment
ID cards and name badges
Orientation preparation and documentation
General inquiries and appointments
File management and record keeping
Maintain physical and electronic employee files in accordance with confidentiality and retention requirements
Assist in other areas of the People and Culture Department as required
Qualifications
Previous experience in Human Resources, ideally in a Generalist or Coordinator role
Demonstrated experience with HR administration
Experience with benefits administration, WCB, disability management, or immigration is a strong asset
Experience in a unionized and/or hospitality environment preferred
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Experience with HRIS systems (Dayforce preferred)
University degree or College diploma in Human Resources, Hospitality Management, or a related field an asset.
Minimum 2 years experience in Human Resources, Advantages Administration, or Health & Safety management.
Knowledge of applicable employment legislation including Alberta Employment Standards, Human Rights, Occupational Health & Safety, and Privacy Act.
Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
Ability to prioritize, multitask,
and thrive in a dynamic work environment.
Self‑motivated, proactive, and committed to driving continuous improvement and employee satisfaction.
Job Perks & Benefits
Subsidized staff accommodation provided on‑site for full‑time status employees
One complimentary meal per shift in our staff cafeteria (additional meals can be purchased for $8/meal)
Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision & Dental) including extended benefits like: Mental Health (up to $5,000/year), Orthodontics (up to $2,500/year), Fertility Drugs and Gender Affiliation (Lifetime maximum of $10,000) for full‑time permanent status employees
Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer matching up to 5% of annual earnings for full‑time permanent status employees
Employee travel program with discounts on room rates as well as on food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties world‑wide
Access to the Mountain Explorer Travel Program - Discounted room rates including 50% off all food & beverage at Fairmont Resorts in Banff, Lake Louise, Jasper & Whistler (subject to availability)
Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise and over 5,000 properties with Accor
Visa Requirements
Must be legally authorized to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.
Apply Today
Whether you're just launching your career or looking for a new adventure, we invite you to visit www.lakelouisejobs.com to learn more about Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise and the extraordinary opportunities that exist within our resort! We encourage you to let us know if you require accommodations through the application or recruitment process, and we will work with you to meet your needs. Persons who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence:
[email protected]
Our Commitment To Diversity & Inclusion
At Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, we believe that the strength of our team lies in its diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that respects the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of the individual. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are dedicated to providing equal access to opportunities. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
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📌 People & Culture Generalist (Alberta)
🏢 Fairmont Hotels and Resorts
📍 Alberta