Position Title:  Human Resource Administrator - 19 Month Contract

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As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us! 

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

About Us

As part of an alliance agreement Aecon Nuclear has been awarded a contract with Ontario Power Generation to support the Darlington New Nuclear Project (DNNP). Beginning in 2023 Aecon will support the validation phase design, procurement, early site preparation and site mobilization scope for the Construction of the Unit 1 Small Modular Reactor at the Darlington site.

What's the Opportunity?

The Human Resources Administrator reports to the Manager, Human Resources and is responsible for effective human resources support on the Darlington New Nuclear Project (DNNP). 

This will be a 19 Months Contract

What You’ll Do Here:

• Provide coaching and assistance to Employees and Managers through different processes of human resource management including, absence management (disability leave, paternal leave, unpaid holidays), timesheet administration labour relations, performance management, discipline etc.
• Owns the project on-boarding process, ensuring all new employees have the proper equipment and access for their first day, including IT setup, project hire announcements, HR Orientation & Project Orientation delivery
• Investigate and answer employee questions associated with pay and benefits and DNNP and Home Company policies and programs
• Ensure all employee change paperwork is completed
• Manage employee departures, including collecting and tracking all necessary equipment, ensuring it is returned 
• Manage employee lists, including administration and tracking of project Assignment Letters for all employees assigned to DNNP. Includes determining all necessary details for all new project staff, project transfers and all moves relating to project transitions.
• Participates in the development of employee engagement activities necessary to establish a positive employer-employee relationship and promote a high level of employee morale and motivation 
• Assist in the administration of project Living Out Allowance process as per Travel & Per Diem Policy, including tracking and collecting all necessary forms and supporting documentation. 
• Supports Darlington New Nuclear Project (DNNP) communications internally.
• All other duties as required

What You Bring to the Team: 

• Diploma or relevant experience
• 1-3 years of relevant Human Resources administration experience 
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills 
• Excellent client service/management, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Strong computer skills using MS Office Products (Word/Excel/Visio/PowerPoint)
• An analytical mind with problem-solving skills 
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
• A team player with leadership skills
• Must be able to deal with sensitive issues in a confidential manner
• Problem solving, planning and organizational skills, ability to prioritize tasks, work to timelines

We strongly encourage applicants who identify as Indigenous to apply to work with us on the Darlington New Nuclear Project. At Aecon, Indigenous is an umbrella term for First Nations (status and non-status), Metis and Inuit.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA during any step of the application process please click here.