Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Human Resource Specialist to manage specialized human resources functions within our transportation and trucking operations. This position requires a strong understanding of Canadian employment requirements, recruitment in transportation, workforce planning, and the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) process.

The successful candidate will take an active role in developing and implementing HR procedures, managing recruitment and staffing requirements for commercial drivers and other transportation personnel, coordinating LMIA applications, and maintaining compliance with applicable employment and temporary foreign worker program requirements.

This role is suited to an HR professional who can independently manage specialized responsibilities, identify compliance risks, implement effective processes, and provide practical recommendations to management.

Key Responsibilities

1. HR Management & Workforce Planning

- Develop, implement, and continuously improve HR policies, procedures, and practices aligned with the company's operational needs.
- Work with senior management and Operations to forecast staffing requirements and develop effective workforce plans.
- Identify driver shortages and recruitment challenges and recommend strategies to maintain adequate staffing levels.
- Establish workforce planning strategies for commercial truck drivers and other operational positions.
- Advise management on employment matters, workplace policies, employee relations, performance management, and disciplinary issues.
- Identify HR risks and recommend solutions to improve employee retention, workforce stability, and operational efficiency.
- Develop consistent HR practices that support business growth and regulatory compliance.

2. Driver Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

- Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract qualified commercial truck drivers and other transportation professionals.
- Manage recruitment activities for domestic and international candidates in accordance with applicable employment and immigration requirements.
- Evaluate recruitment effectiveness and identify opportunities to improve candidate sourcing and retention.
- Coordinate with Operations to define staffing requirements, job qualifications, and recruitment priorities.
- Ensure recruitment practices and supporting documentation meet applicable LMIA and employment requirements.
- Build and maintain relationships with recruitment partners and other relevant professional networks.

3. Employment Legislation & Regulatory Compliance





- Monitor applicable federal or provincial employment legislation based on the company's operations and workforce.
- Interpret employment requirements and advise management on their implications for company policies and practices.
- Develop and implement procedures to address employment compliance risks.
- Review HR policies and practices to ensure consistency with applicable employment standards and program requirements.
- Support internal compliance reviews and recommend corrective actions where necessary.
- Collaborate with the Safety and Operations teams on employment-related regulatory matters affecting the transportation workforce.

4. LMIA & Temporary Foreign Worker Program Compliance

- Independently manage and coordinate LMIA applications for eligible transportation positions, including commercial truck driver roles where applicable.
- Prepare and review LMIA application documentation, employer information, recruitment evidence, and supporting materials.
- Coordinate recruitment activities and maintain evidence of job advertisements, candidate screening, interviews, and recruitment outcomes as required.
- Monitor application progress, deadlines, documentation requirements, and requests for additional information.
- Ensure recruitment practices, wages, job offers, and working conditions align with applicable program requirements.
- Monitor changes to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program and communicate relevant regulatory updates to management.
- Develop and implement procedures to maintain compliance with employer obligations associated with approved LMIAs and temporary foreign workers.
- Coordinate with authorized immigration professionals and relevant government departments when necessary.
- Support employer compliance reviews, inspections, and requests for documentation relating to foreign worker employment.

5. Employee Relations & Performance Management

- Advise management on complex employee relations matters, workplace disputes, performance concerns, and disciplinary decisions.
- Develop and implement performance management practices that support accountability and operational effectiveness.
- Provide recommendations on employee retention, workforce engagement, and organizational development.




- Support workplace investigations and ensure employment-related decisions are handled consistently and in accordance with applicable requirements.
- Identify recurring workforce issues and develop strategies to address their underlying causes.

6. Management Advisory & HR Process Improvement

- Provide specialized HR and workforce compliance advice to senior management.
- Develop and implement HR strategies that align with the company's growth plans and operational objectives.
- Establish measurable processes for monitoring recruitment outcomes, workforce requirements, and compliance risks.
- Evaluate existing HR practices and implement improvements to increase efficiency and consistency.
- Prepare workforce analysis and recommendations to support management decision-making.

Qualifications

- Diploma or degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive HR experience, preferably within transportation, trucking, logistics, or a similar industry.
- Strong working knowledge of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program and applicable employer compliance obligations.
- Knowledge of Canadian employment legislation and relevant federal or provincial employment standards.
- Experience developing and implementing HR policies, recruitment strategies, and workforce planning procedures.
- Experience managing employee relations, performance management, and employment compliance matters.
- Ability to independently manage specialized HR responsibilities and provide recommendations to senior management.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong judgment and the ability to manage confidential and sensitive employment matters.

Preferred Qualifications

- Direct experience managing LMIA applications for commercial truck drivers.
- Experience working with Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), Service Canada, or authorized immigration professionals.
- Knowledge of recruitment requirements and employment compliance considerations in the transportation industry.
- Experience developing workforce strategies for companies with ongoing commercial driver recruitment needs.
- CPHR designation or progress toward professional certification is an asset.

What We Offer

- Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
- Dental, extended health, and vision care benefits.
- A specialized HR role with opportunities to influence workforce strategy and compliance practices.
- Direct collaboration with senior management and Operations.
- A professional, team-oriented work environment.

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- In office parking
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 HR Specialist (Edmonton)
🏢 DBI Transport (Canada)
📍 Edmonton