Human Resources Business Partner

We’re all about the craft. 

KF Aerospace is proud to deliver innovative aircraft services for corporate, commercial, and military customers worldwide. Launched in 1970 out of British Columbia’s beautiful city of Kelowna, KF has grown to specialize in a wide range of aviation services including maintenance and modifications, cargo operations, military pilot training and aircraft leasing. With facilities across Canada, KF is home to over 1,200 highly skilled individuals. Our passion for our craft fuels every project we touch.

JOB OVERVIEW

The Human Resources Business Partner reports to the Human Resources Manager and is responsible for the operational HR support for assigned business groups within KF.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic support

Work with the leadership teams in the designated groups to identify areas for improvement relating to the departments human resources. Assist with change management and the implementation of company wide initiatives. Ensure accurate understanding of employee policies and procedures. Identify people issues, coach, and assist leaders with the management of these people issues. Identifies training and development opportunities for groups or individuals.

Recruitment

Research and prepare job descriptions, interview questions and assessment criteria for all positions. Provide support for the creation and implementation of recruitment strategies and practises. Recruitment includes position focused and job fair strategies.

Selection

Support the hiring manager in the process of selecting the best candidate for their vacancy. Short list resumes, phone screen candidates, guide the interview, complete reference checks and pre-employment testing. Prepare offer letters, transfer letters or promotion letters within the compensation and benefits guidelines.

Compensation

Interpret compensation policies for leaders and staff. Complete compensation reviews for new or changed positions. Within established guidelines, determine appropriate wage for new employees, and process routine performance-based increases.

Benefits

Provides information on available benefits, answer employee questions, and promote new benefits.

Onboarding 

Assist new employees with the onboarding paperwork, enroll employee in learning management system, employee communication portal, uniform program, etc. Present elements of our new employee orientation classroom program.

Performance Management

Supports leaders in the application of our Performance Management program by providing feedback pre and post delivery as needed. Ensures all reviews in designated groups are completed in a timely manner. Assist leaders with the development of performance improvement plans. Supports leaders with finding meetings, conflict resolution meetings, and disciplinary meetings and the preparation of letters.

Employee Support

Supports employees as required. Responds to employee concerns from within the business group. Conducts investigations as appropriate.

Disability Management 

Assist employees with disability claims, manage return to work (including modified duties), ensure appropriate resources, and liaise with case manager.

Other Duties

Human Resources projects that span the organization

Conduct exit interviews with departing employees

REQUIREMENTS

• HR Diploma or Business Degree with HR Major
• Minimum 5 years relevant experience as an HR generalist
• CPHR designation or close to completion
• Experience with ADP WFN is considered an asset
• Must be capable of adapting to the constant needs of the business
• Must have experience in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Internet
• Must be highly motivated and self-disciplined
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills
• Strong administrative skills
• Willingness to travel domestically 

BENEFITS

Full-Time staff benefits include (but are not limited to):

• Health and Dental
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Health Spending Account
• Paid vacation and Personal time off
• The opportunity to bank overtime
• Pension matching plan and voluntary RRSP
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Free financial advice
• A bonus program based on organizational performance

SALARY

The salary range for this role is $68,900- $86,200 annually. The expertise and technical skill level of the candidate is assessed during the selection process for placement within the band. Note: The salary range maximum signifies full job knowledge.

HOW TO APPLY

Be a part of our craft. Apply for the Human Resources Business Partner position at kfaero.ca/careers today!

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