Northern Strands Group of Companies is currently accepting applications for Summer Student Employment for the months of May to August 2025. Our diverse Group of Companies consists of Northern Strands, Fortis Mining, Engineering & Manufacturing, and Certified Sales & Rentals. This diversity provides for an exciting environment with the opportunity to work with our employees and managers in every division.

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administrative and day-to-day task support of Human Resources Department
• Assist with full cycle recruitment and onboarding processes
• Complete job postings on company recruitment platforms, company website, and third-party job posting boards
• Assist with all HR related items including but not limited to:
  • Complete applicant pre-screens, arrange interviews, facilitate interviews, assist hiring manager with screening and selection processes
  • Inform applicants of position details, including working conditions, benefits, and job duties
  • Contact references and perform background checks on applicants
  • Liaise with HSE Department regarding pre-employment testing, safety orientations, and employee training requirements prior to start date
  • Conduct employee on-boarding and orientation process for all new hires
• Assist management with company policy creation and revision
• Assist management with document creation and control
• Create and revise job descriptions and job adverts
• Participate and support in continuous improvement solutions and projects for the department
• Attend and provide company representation at human resources events, career fairs, industry conferences, and other events, as required
• Maintain professional ethics, integrity, and confidentiality in all situations
• Maintain compliance with federal, provincial, and local employment laws and regulations, as well as company policies, practices, and procedures
• Provide support to other departments, as required
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Requirements:

• Ability to commence full-time (40 hours/week) work from the beginning of May until the end of August
• Ability to understand and follow directions
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to communicate clearly, both written and verbal
• Ability to handle competing priorities simultaneously 
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to work well alone or in a team setting
• Experience with Microsoft 365 Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) is required
• Possess a positive and professional attitude, set a high standard, and convey professionalism at all times

Students/applicants must provide a resume and should clearly indicate the following information in their application submission:

• Area of post-secondary study
• Any previous related work and/or volunteer experience
• Any training certification or tickets
• References: include at least two references with their name, email address, phone number and relationship to you

How to Apply:

Students interested in working for Northern Strands Group of Companies for the 2025 summer season must submit a resume and complete the online application process to be considered; deadline May 2^nd, 2025. Once the position is filled, this job posting will be closed.

All returning students must re-apply.

NORTHERN STRANDS GROUP OF COMAPANIES

Our diverse Group of Companies consists of Northern Strands, Fortis Mining Engineering & Manufacturing, and Certified Sales & Rentals comprising 14 divisions ranging from rigging/lifting products, fall protection, suspended access, agri-business field services and safety training to mining site services, fabrication, rentals, repairs, testing and recertification. This diversity provides for an exciting environment with the opportunity to work with our employees and managers in every division.

Northern Strands Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer.

We thank all applicants, however only those selected to continue the recruitment process will be contacted!