Business Partner, People & Culture

Burlington Hydro; Burlington; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage

Defined benefit pension plan

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Burlington Hydro is seeking a Business Partner, People & Culture to shape our employee experience and people strategy. This on-site role, with one remote day per week, partners with leaders to drive engagement, policy compliance, and talent development in a unionized environment.

The ideal candidate brings a CHRL, 5+ years HR generalist experience, and strong analytical skills to inform strategic decisions for a community-focused energy provider.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree in Human Resources Management or related field.
• CHRL designation or working toward certification.
• Minimum five years in HR with labour relations in a union environment.
• Strong analytics and reporting using HRIS data.

Responsibilities

• Deliver People & Culture programs and employee experience initiatives.
• Lead recruitment and support managers in talent planning.
• Provide leadership support in labour relations and policy interpretation.
• Conduct workplace investigations with fairness and compliance.
• Develop and update HR policies in line with legislation and agreements.

Skills

HR generalist

Labour relations

People analytics

Interpreting policies

HRIS proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in HRM

CHRL designation

Tools

Ceridian Dayforce

Job description

Burlington Hydro – Powering the Careers of Tomorrow

Are you looking for a meaningful career with an organization that values teamwork, sustainability, and community impact? At Burlington Hydro, we don’t just provide electricity—we are powering a brighter future for our community.

The Role

We are looking for a dedicated and dynamic individual to join our team as a Business Partner, People & Culture. Reporting to the Director, People & Culture, this position plays a key role in shaping the organization’s culture, employee experience, and overall people strategy. As a trusted internal advisor, this role provides guidance and expertise to leaders and employees on a wide range of human resources matters. As an experienced generalist, the incumbent plays a critical role in delivering high-quality People & Culture services, contributing to a positive employee experience, and enhancing the effectiveness of people practices across the company.

This is an on-site position located at 1340 Brant Street, Burlington. Burlington Hydro offers eligible employees the flexibility to work remotely one (1) day per week as part of our Hybrid Work from Home Program.

What You Will Do

• Manage the day-to-day delivery of People & Culture programs, including performance management, talent development, engagement initiatives, and employee experience programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and legislative requirements
• Manage full-cycle recruitment and support hiring managers in assessing talent needs
• Provide leadership support in labour and employee relations matters, including research, documentation, interpretation of policies and collective agreements, and preparation of recommendations
• Conduct and support workplace investigations, documentation, and resolution processes, ensuring fairness, consistency, and adherence to legislative and organizational requirements
• Support collective bargaining preparation and related labour relations initiatives
• Develop, update, and interpret HR policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure compliance with legislation, corporate policies, and collective agreements
• Monitor and ensure adherence to employment legislation and regulatory requirements, including ESA, OHRC, WSIB, Occupational Health & Safety, and company policies
• Prepare, analyze, and interpret data, metrics, and dashboards to identify trends and support strategic decision-making
• Drive organizational culture initiatives, employee engagement and change management strategies that promote inclusion, collaboration, and innovation
• Develop people communication, ensuring consistency, clarity and alignment with People & Culture initiatives
• Manage the administration of employee leaves, including WSIB, disability, accommodations, and return-to-work processes, ensuring compliance with legislation, timely case coordination, and effective communication with employees and leaders
• Support organizational design activities, including job analysis
• Work in compliance with all safe work practices, technical specifications, standards, and rules/regulations as set out by the Company, the MOL, IHSA, ESA, CSA, and other applicable authorities
• All other duties as assigned

What We Are Looking For

• Post-secondary degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Bachelor of Commerce or a related field
• Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) designation
• Minimum five (5) years of progressive experience in Human Resources, with at least three (3) years of labour relations experience in a unionized environment
• Solid HR generalist background with strong critical thinking and demonstrated experience in people analytics and reporting, including the ability to interpret and communicate insights from data
• Experience with HRIS systems (Ceridian Dayforce considered an asset) and a strong level of technical proficiency

What You’ll Need to Be Successful

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization
• Proficient in MS Office applications and HRIS systems
• Sound analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation, human rights, and health and safety requirements
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with attention to detail
• Professionalism, discretion, tact, and confidentiality in handling sensitive information

Who We Are

Since 1945, Burlington Hydro has been powering the growth of Burlington with reliability, empathy and innovation. As a local distribution company (LDC), we serve a vibrant community across 188 square kilometres, delivering electricity to over 69,500 customers.

At Burlington Hydro, we’re more than just an energy provider—we’re committed to driving sustainability, supporting our community, and fostering a workplace where people succeed together.

Our core values – teamwork, safety, empathy, reliability, community, and stewardship – guide everything we do, from investing in smart energy solutions to ensuring a brighter future for a growing and thriving Burlington.

Why Join Us

• A safe working environment for everyone
• Competitive compensation, including a competitive salary and benefits package
• Comprehensive health and dental coverage for you and your family, along with a defined benefit pension plan
• Career growth through new experiences, exciting challenges, and learning opportunities
• An inclusive culture that values diversity and belonging
• Meaningful work that supports the community we serve

Diversity & Inclusivity

Burlington Hydro Inc. is committed to creating an inclusive workplace, and we encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, we provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities during the recruitment process. To request accommodation, please email our Human Resources team at [e-mail]. Please note that this email is for accommodation requests during the recruitment process only; resumes sent to this email address will not be considered.

Application Process

All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Burlington Hydro will use email to communicate with you for all job opportunities. Please ensure you provide an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. A complete background check, including a criminal record check, will be conducted for the successful candidate. If it is determined that any background check information provided is misleading, inaccurate, or incorrect, Burlington Hydro reserves the right to discontinue the consideration of your application.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.