HR Generalist

At BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc. (BWXT NEC), we are committed to excellence in every business initiative. With over 500 workers across locations in Peterborough, Toronto, and Arnprior, BWXT NEC supplies nuclear fuel and fuel channel components, services, equipment and parts for the CANDU® nuclear power industry.

HR Generalist (12-Month Contract with Benefits)

We are looking for a HR Generalist for our Peterborough, Ontario site. BWXT NEC's Fuel Handling and Engineered Solutions group is involved in the design, manufacture, development, testing, parts supply, and service of on-power refueling, reactor maintenance, and nuclear medicine delivery tooling sold around the world. We are the original designer of the automated systems that allow 24/7 on power refueling of CANDU reactors and aim to solve some of the Nuclear Industry’s most challenging problems.

Today, BWXT’s equipment is being used in most of the nuclear power plants in Canada and is critical to delivering carbon free energy production and lifesaving medical isotopes.

Check out the You Tube video of an innovative product we recently designed and manufactured in partnership with Bruce Power, called the Bruce Reactor Inspection and Maintenance System Channel Access Device. Go to You Tube and search for video: “Bruce Unveils new BRIMS Tool”. There are exceptional opportunities to learn and grow with a career in the nuclear industry in Ontario.

The Peterborough community invites you to take a deep breath, relax and enjoy life. We have an abundance of recreational opportunities, festivals, and entertainment that is fueled by culture, nature and homegrown culinary experiences. Friendly people, inspiring landscapes and incredible lakes are waiting for you in the heart of cottage country. The region is home to 140,000 people (approx. 83,000 in the City of Peterborough) in addition to the charming towns, townships and villages that make up the County.

We offer the best of all worlds here and we’d like you to get to know us a bit better.

Welcome to BWXT
We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We required a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

The HR Generalist provides comprehensive support across multiple HR functions, including employee relations, recruitment, contract and immigration processes, training coordination, collective agreement administration, and DE&I initiatives for the NEC & PMI business divisions. Acting as a key liaison between business leaders, employees, and other HR stakeholders, the HR Generalist ensures HR practices are aligned with business goals, compliant with legislation, and supportive of a positive workplace culture.

• Provide support and advice on performance management, succession planning, compensation changes, and general HR best practices.
• Handle performance issues including development of Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs).
• Coach and support managers on HR policies, employment legislation, and best practices.
• Advise on employee leaves of absence (including maternity/parental), accommodation plans, and return-to-work arrangements.
• Assist in leading terminations (voluntary and involuntary), including severance calculations and documentation.
• Conduct investigations and assist with conflict management and dispute resolution.

• Manage end-to-end hiring process for backfills and new hires, including preparing offer letters, liaising with agencies, and managing candidate communications.
• Support hiring managers in job description reviews and rewrites (PMI focus), ensuring accuracy and alignment.
• Lead contract renewals by tracking expiration dates, coaching managers, and negotiating terms.
• Coordinate and facilitate approvals for internal candidate promotions,…