Human Resources & Payroll Administrator

Company Overview:

The Prairie Agricultural Machinery Institute (PAMI) was founded in 1975, on the recommendation of a federal commission on farm machinery advocating for the creation of a central agency for testing and evaluating farm machinery in Canada. PAMI’s mandate has evolved to include researching, designing, building and testing technology in the agriculture, mining and transportation industries. PAMI does not retain intellectual property rather it supports the IP development of its clients and collaborates in technology creation.

Since its inception, PAMI has operated out of two highly specialized technological facilities in Humboldt, SK and Portage la Prairie, MB. While both sites are state-of-the-art facilities, PAMI’s most valuable asset continues to be its staff of 35-50 employees who encompass a variety of backgrounds including agriculture, engineering, mining, trades, and instrumentation.

The Opportunity:

Reporting to the Associate Director of Finance, the HR and Payroll Administrator provides payroll and human resources (HR) services for the organization. This is a 1-year term position. The following are the general duties of the position but are not inclusive of all the detailed tasks that may be required:

HR Services:

  • Lead recruiting activities, create new hire packages, and employee orientation
  • Complete the off-boarding of employees
  • Administer the employee benefit plan, pension plan, and other employment benefits
  • Responsible for performance evaluation system and employee engagement surveys
  • Draft and maintain job descriptions
  • Ensure HR and Labour Standard compliance in both Saskatchewan and Manitoba
  • Maintain all HR documents including but not limited to interview guides, employment offers, onboarding & offboarding paperwork, and HR policy manual
  • Monitor and keep track of employee service awards
  • When required, complete employee performance improvement plans
  • Maintain and monitor employee trainings (i.e. first aid, forklift, WHMIS, hearing tests, etc.)
Payroll Services:
  • Process bi-weekly payroll and all payroll related functions (source deductions, WCB reporting, ROE’s, T4’s, overtime/vacation/bonus payouts)
  • Support time and attendance tracking activities and communicate with management, reconcile time entries, and address discrepancies
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Experience using computerized payroll systems
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
  • Comprehensive understanding of payroll legislation, employment standards (SK, MB) and payroll accounting
  • Working knowledge of employee benefit programs
  • Exceptional organizational and time management skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Ensure high levels of confidentiality
Education and Experience:
  • Post-secondary education in payroll administration or business administration with a minimum of 3-5 years applicable experience
Benefits:
  • Competitive Base Salary
  • Pension Plan
  • Group Insurance Benefits
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program
  • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
Benefits:
  • Company pension
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off
  • Wellness program
  • Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Humboldt, SK
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