Bilingual Human Resource Coordinator

About the role

You own the full employee journey for one site, guiding people through rules while protecting culture. In this capacity, you will serve as the primary steward of the employee lifecycle, ensuring that every interaction reflects the values and standards of Kelso Industries. Daily work aligns teams, then plans, executes, and tracks outcomes for this business, requiring a high level of ownership and accountability. You will translate complex policies into clear guidance, enabling managers to lead effectively and consistently. This role demands a proactive mindset to identify gaps before they escalate into larger issues. You will act as a bridge between the workforce and leadership, ensuring that strategic goals are understood and implemented at the local level. Ultimately, you are responsible for driving operational excellence in human resources while safeguarding the integrity of the organizational culture.

Key facts

What you'll do

Design intake workflows that capture personnel data and confirm accuracy before any processing begins, ensuring a foundation of reliable information.

Champion building initiatives that translate business goals into structured HR programs and workforce planning, aligning talent strategy with operational demands.

Quantify review metrics such as turnover and trends, then convert findings into actionable improvements that drive sustainable performance.

Orchestrate ship readiness for policies and tools, ensuring teams can operate under new standards smoothly and without disruption.

Forge partner roadmaps with leadership to align HR systems and career pathways across the organization, creating coherence in talent development.

Champion employee relations cases by guiding investigations, resolution steps, and consistent disciplinary approaches, upholding fairness and transparency.

Guard compliance by tracking regulations such as ADA, FMLA, FLSA, I-9, EEO, COBRA, USERRA, and workers' compensation, mitigating organizational risk.

Drive optimization of HRIS and related digital tools to streamline processes and improve service delivery, leveraging technology to enhance user experience.

Own payroll and workers' compensation oversight when assigned, supporting timely and accurate execution to maintain trust and compliance.

Champion communication campaigns for open enrollment, policy updates, and employee events that reinforce culture, fostering engagement and unity.

Requirements

You must hold five years experience in progressive HR roles with people leadership responsibilities, demonstrating a track record of growth and impact.

You must understand complex employee matters and advise managers on legally compliant employment practices, ensuring decisions are sound and defensible.

You must protect safety and culture by upholding accountability, teamwork, and professional growth standards, modeling the behaviors you expect from others.

You must coordinate performance management, career development, mentorship, and leadership growth programs, cultivating a pipeline of future leaders.

You must manage HRIS systems and related processes to enhance efficiency and support organizational needs, leveraging data to inform decisions.

You must navigate the full employee journey with confidence, handling sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

You must demonstrate strong judgment in resolving conflicts and mediating disputes, fostering a respectful and collaborative environment.

You must maintain a thorough understanding of labor laws and regulations, applying this knowledge to protect the organization and its employees.

You must communicate effectively in both English and Spanish, ensuring clarity and consistency in all interactions.

You must thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities with attention to detail and accuracy.

Nice to have

Preferred backgrounds include manufacturing, automotive, chemical processing, data centers, and warehouses.

Skills & tools

No specific tools are listed.

What you'll do

Kelso Industries builds scientific research vessels for government marine operations. The company name honors the late Dr John Kelso, a scientist with the Department of Fisheries and Oceans. This background is reflected in the design of vessels built to support fisheries research and water quality work. The lead vessel is a "Near Shore Fisheries Research Vessel" used for trawls, box core sampling, bottom sampling, and water quality sampling. It was commissioned in 2009 and built by ABCO Industries Lunenburg Shipyard. The vessel was ordered by the Canadian Coast Guard to replace the retiring CCGS Shark and operates from CGS Base Burlington in the Central and Arctic Region. The ship has a maximum speed near 16 knots and a cruising speed near 14 knots. Fuel capacity is about 2848 litres, with additional water storage of 500 litres. Accommodation includes seating for ten passengers and a crew of three. This configuration supports day trips and focused research campaigns in coastal and nearshore waters.