Job Title: Bilingual HR Specialist

Location: Ottawa, Ontario

Reports To: Area Human Resources Manager

Department: Human Resources

ROLE SUMMARY

The Bilingual HR Specialist serves as a Human Resources partner supporting the AHRM, HR team, operational leaders and employees across the organization. In this role, you will:

- Coordinate and support full-cycle recruitment activities, including for certain positions requiring government security clearances, specialized screening requirements, and bilingual (English/French) candidates, while partnering with operational leaders to ensure timely and compliant staffing of critical roles.

- Provide expert guidance on labour relations, employee relations, and collective agreement interpretation.

- Support employee lifecycle processes from hire through termination, ensuring compliance and exceptional employee service.

- Partner with business leaders to resolve complex workforce matters, investigations, grievances, and performance concerns.

- You will help strengthen organizational effectiveness while ensuring compliance with legislation, policies, and Securitas values.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

- Provide guidance regarding collective agreements, employment legislation, company policies, and HR best practices.

- Manage employee relations matters including performance management, attendance management, investigations, accommodations, and disciplinary actions.

- Administer grievance processes and support constructive labour-management relationships.

- Manage employee lifecycle activities including recruitment, onboarding, transfers, promotions, leaves, status changes, and terminations.

- Produce and process Records of Employment (ROEs) accurately and within legislated timelines.

- Serve as a member of the Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) and support the administration of Health & Safety programs,



workplace inspections, incident reporting and follow-up, and related compliance activities

- Coordinate benefit administration and maintain accurate HRIS and employee records.

- Prepare reports, correspondence, workforce metrics, and HR documentation for leaders and stakeholders.

- Support organizational projects, compliance initiatives, and continuous improvement activities.

- Trains employees and job candidates within assigned Area; conduct new employee orientation.

- Other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

- Minimum 4-6 years of progressive Human Resources Generalist experience including high-volume recruitment.

- Minimum 2+ years of labour relations experience in a unionized environment.

- Strong knowledge of collective agreement administration, employment standards, and employee relations practices.

- Exceptional communication, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills.

- Experience with HRIS systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and HR reporting.

- Bilingualism (English and French) is required.

- CHRP designation or working toward designation is an asset.

- Alignment with Securitas values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness.

WHAT WE OFFER:

- An chance to contribute to a global leader in security services.

- A supportive team environment focused on learning and growth.

- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

- Competitive compensation and benefits in line with local market practices.

Securitas Canada is committed to nurturing a diverse workforce representative of the communities within which we operate. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital / family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability or persons who may require an accommodation, to apply.

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📌 Bilingual HR Specialist (Ottawa)
🏢 Securitas Canada
📍 Ottawa