ACCIONA is a global company leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65000 professionals present in more than 40 countries across the five continents all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference promote sustainable development and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change overpopulation and water scarcity Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.
We have successfully delivered large infrastructure projects across Canada since 2001. Our leadership and expertise span the entire value chain from research and development through construction operation and maintenance of projects. Currently involved in some of Canadas largest infrastructure projects ACCIONA delivers solutions that contribute to the economic and social progress of the communities in which it operates.
The HR Business Partner is a hands-on role providing HR support to ACCIONAs project-based teams supporting HR operations Talent and People programs in collaboration with project and corporate HR colleagues. The role reports directly to the Talent Operations Director.Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Project HR Support
Provide hands-on HR support to the ACCIONA HR team supporting project delivery.
Assist with day-to-day HR operations as required.
Support coordination and delivery of ACCIONA HR programs within project environments.
Recruitment & Staffing
Support end-to-end recruitment for project-based roles in coordination with project HR teams.
Assist with onboarding and integration of ACCIONA employees.
Participate in recruitment events career fairs etc.
Talent Performance & Development
Support performance management cycles including goal setting development planning and feedback discussions.
Partner with employees and managers to identify training needs and development actions.
Coordinate and support the delivery of learning and development initiatives.
Support early-career and emerging talent initiatives.
Promote and educate employees and managers on available internal training resources and development opportunities to encourage a culture of continuous learning.
Employee Engagement & Retention
Support engagement and retention initiatives.
Assist with employee communications recognition and culture-building activities.
Employee Relations & Compliance
Provide hands-on support with employee relations matters and policy interpretation in coordination with project HR teams.
Support compliance with employment standards and internal ACCIONA policies.
Ensure consistent application of HR practices.
HR Systems Administration & Reporting
Support Workday administration and reporting including processing HR transactions maintaining data accuracy and producing reports to support project and ACCIONA HR needs.
Develop strong proficiency in Workday and support effective use of the system by providing guidance support and informal training to employees as required. HR Systems Administration Immigration & Reporting.
Perform and/or coordinate day-to-day HR administration activities including employment documentation onboarding and offboarding processes employment letters and employee file maintenance ensuring compliance with internal policies and local legislation.
Support immigration and work authorization processes in coordination with external counsel including work permit applications maintaining compliance documentation and ensuring timely renewals and status updates.
Monitor visa and work permit timelines proactively to mitigate business continuity risks related to immigration statuses.
ACCIONA Knowledge & Ambassadorship
Develop strong knowledge of ACCIONAs HR frameworks policies and culture.
Act as an ACCIONA ambassador supporting project HR teams with guidance and expertise.
Other
Other duties as required. This is a dynamic role and responsibilities may evolve over time to meet project and organizational needs.
Required Skills and Competencies
Ideally 57 years of progressive HR generalist experience with openness to strong candidates above or below this range.
Experience in construction infrastructure or project-based environments strongly preferred.
Proven hands-on experience across HR functions including but not limited to recruitment employee relations talent programs and employee engagement.
Experience with Workday or another HRIS preferred.
Comfortable working independently in fast-paced delivery-driven environments.
Strong judgment communication and stakeholder-management skills.
This role offers an annual base salary in the anticipated range of $95000.00 $125000.00 CAD with compensation determined based on experience qualifications and internal equity.
In addition to base salary this role includes a total rewards package that supports employee well-being development and long-term growth subject to company policies and applicable provincial employment standards including:
Paid vacation and sick leave
Group benefits and EFAP from your start date with premiums paid by ACCIONA
Health Spending Account
Learning development and internal career opportunities
RRSP matching
Performance-based discretionary bonus
Share purchase program
ACCIONA is committed to fostering cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity equity and inclusion. We believe that our differences strengthen us and that we should reflect the communities we serve in our workforce.
We are also committed to creating an accessible and barrierfree recruitment process and workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals including those with disabilities and we will provide accommodations throughout the hiring process upon request.
If you require a disabilityrelated accommodation at any stage in the recruitment or selection process please contact Jeremy Lawson . We will work with you to meet your needs.
ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer& 2025 certification in Canada as well as the Top Employers North America& 2025 seal which certifies the companys commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. As a company that values diversity as a source of talent we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin circumstances background or condition.
ACCIONA has successfully delivered major infrastructure projects in Canada since 2000. Its leadership and experience span the entire value chain, from research and development to construction, operation and maintenance of projects.