Personnel and Wellness Generalist (Human Resources Generalist), Surrey

Job Title: Human Resources Generalist

Department: Human Resources

Industry: Natural Gas and LNG

Location: Surrey, British Columbia

Position Type: Full-time Permanent

About Solaris Management Consultants Inc. Solaris Management Consultants Inc. (Solaris) delivers engineering and project management services for the energy industry across North America and the globe. Our work covers traditional and transitional energy solutions, including Natural Gas, LNG, Hydrogen, and Low-carbon assets. We deliver predictable outcomes through disciplined front‑end planning, construction‑led designs, and data‑driven controls. With more than 31 years of experience and a portfolio of 5,000+ projects, our in‑house multidisciplinary teams help clients move from concept to commissioning with confidence.

Position Overview As an HR professional, you will play a key role in supporting a wide range of human resources functions across the employee lifecycle in a dynamic energy company. This includes employee relations, HR systems, contracts, recruitment, onboarding, training and organizational development, benefits administration, LMIA processes—all handled with the highest level of confidentiality. The role requires strong judgment, emotional intelligence and the ability to navigate complex situations while supporting compliance with employment standards and evolving business needs.

You will work collaboratively across business and support teams, acting as a trusted resource and contributing to process improvements, supporting organizational initiatives and fostering a positive workplace culture. This role is ideal for an intermediate HR professional who is comfortable balancing hands‑on HR operations with advisory support in a fast‑paced, project‑driven EPCM environment across multiple jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities

Act as a primary point of contact for employee inquiries and employee relations matters, including performance concerns, workplace issues, conflict resolution, policy interpretation, and sensitive employee situations.

Prepare, review and manage employment documentation, including contracts, offer letters, amendments and employee status changes, ensuring accuracy, compliance with employment standards and immigration requirements.

Manage full‑cycle recruitment for various roles, including job postings, candidate screening, interview coordination and employment offer preparation.

Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes to deliver a smooth and consistent employee experience across locations.

Provide practical guidance for managers on performance management processes and documentation to drive employee performance improvement.

Coordinate administration and management of employee benefits programs, liaising with Accounting teams and external providers as needed.

Facilitate learning and development initiatives, including training coordination, tracking and employee development activities.

Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of HR initiatives such as employee engagement activities, as well as HR processes, policies, templates, policies and systems that can scale with organizational growth.

Manage LMIA and immigration‑related processes, including applications, renewals, documentation and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.

Maintain and update employee records within the HRIS, ensuring data accuracy, confidentiality and compliance.

Assist with HR reporting, audits, compliance activities and workforce planning to support business growth and operational readiness.

Take on additional operational and administrative responsibilities as needed to support organizational changes.

Qualifications

4–7 years of HR experience in a generalist or advisory role, ideally in energy, engineering or other project‑based industries.

Demonstrated skills or experience across multiple HR functions, including recruitment, employee relations, benefits administration, training coordination and HRIS administration.

Solid understanding of Canadian employment legislation, compliance requirements and HR best practices; familiarity with multi‑jurisdictional employment considerations is an asset.

Ability to work with flexibility while maintaining accuracy, discretion and sound judgment in a fast‑paced, growth‑oriented environment.

Strong professional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build credibility and work effectively with employees and leaders at all levels.

Experience supporting technical, project‑based or geographically dispersed workforces is a strong asset.

Proficiency in MS Office Suite; experience with ADP, SharePoint, or other HRIS platforms is an asset.

Self‑driven, adaptable and committed to continuous improvement and professional growth.

CPHR designation or actively working toward CPHR is considered a strong asset.

Demeanour Required

Strategic: Understands the broader business landscape and how people strategy drives results.

Proactive: Anticipates needs and challenges, providing timely, pragmatic solutions.

Collaborative: Builds trust with executives, technical professionals, and HR peers alike.

Resilient: Remains composed under pressure and navigates complex dynamics with confidence.

Inclusive: Values diverse perspectives and contributes to a culture of respect and belonging.

Professional Presence: Communicates with credibility, maturity, and warmth at all organizational levels.

What We Offer At Solaris, we support your career and well‑being with comprehensive benefits and a balanced work environment. We offer a competitive total rewards package that includes health and wellness coverage, retirement savings support, generous paid time off, and opportunities for professional growth through training and mentorship.

Compensation The salary for this role is based on an average of 37.5 hours a week. The estimated range is between $70,000- $90,000K annually, depending on skills and experience.

Note Thank you for your interest in Solaris. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. To comply with Canadian employment law, candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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