Discover TRIUMF, Canada's particle accelerator centre. We are a publicly funded, not-for-profit research lab that is a hub for discovery and innovation.

Our mission is to serve as Canada’s particle accelerator centre. We advance isotope science and technology, both fundamental and applied. We collaborate across communities and disciplines, from nuclear and particle physics to the life and material sciences. We discover and innovate, inspire and educate, creating knowledge and opportunity for all.

TRIUMF's diverse community of nearly 600 multidisciplinary researchers, engineers, technicians, tradespeople, staff, and students create a unique incubator for Canadian excellence, as well as a portal to premier global collaborations. Fueling innovation and improving lives, we are committed to accelerating discovery and shaping a better world.

We are looking for an HR Business Partner to join our Human Resources Team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading day-to-day activities of the HR Programs function for assigned divisional portfolios and will be assigned human resources related projects. The HR Business Partner applies skill in employee relations techniques, an extensive knowledge of Human Resources policies and procedures, and Federal and Provincial laws regarding employment practices in order to support the organization.

• Do you have a Bachelor's degree or diploma in Human Resources Management?
• Do you have a minimum of 3 years working as an HR generalist?
• Are you a Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR), or working towards your designation?

If this sounds like you, then read more about the responsibilities and see if you have the knowledge and skills we are looking for.

Detailed information about this position:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

General HR

• Acts as Business Partner for divisional portfolio, building relationships with leaders and having regular check-ins, attending divisional meetings, delivering specific HR programming and presentations to portfolio divisions when asked or to align with changes
• Collaborates with operational business partners to support strategic plans and actions to increase employee engagement
• Participates in HR assessments as assigned and follows-up/monitors action plans.
• Involved in projects, such as performance and compensation processes, to deliver guidance and assistance to managers
• Partners with Divisional leadership to support leadership development through consultation, knowledge transfer of best practices and conducting analysis of key area of HR performance
• Provides advice to management and responds to employee inquiries
• Provide advice to managers on performance management practices
• Identifies and/or supports investigations on employee relations issues in an appropriate and timely manner and provides appropriate recommendations.
• Supports and provides SME to Talent Attraction and Learning and Development teams as needed.
• Under oversight of HR Manager, manages Disability and Return to Work programs and acts of point of contact for employees and managers.
• Leads more complex special HR projects as assigned by the HR Manager
• Partners with the HR Manager in order to facilitate the implementation of key HR initiatives for the lab
• Drive innovative solutions and streamline processes to enhance the delivery of HR support and program

QUALIFICATIONS AND YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:

• A bachelor’s degree or diploma in Human Resources Management
• Minimum of 3 years working as an HR Generalist
• CPHR or working towards designation preferred

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Broad knowledge of legislations BC Employment Standards, BC Human Rights
• Advanced Computer skills: Excel; MS Word; Access; HRIS; Applicant Tracking software
• Experience working extensively in HRIS systems such as Workday, SAP, or BambooHR
• Exceptional organizational abilities, and attention to detail, and accuracy
• General working knowledge of BC Privacy legislation
• Effective verbal and written communication skills necessary to explain complex and/or confidential information and communicate with all levels of management.
• Time management and organizational skills necessary to manage multiple projects, appropriately prioritize workload, plan for resources to meet deadlines and goals, and work independently in responding to day-to-day functional needs
• Presentation skills necessary to facilitate training and/or deliver informational sessions to groups and/or individuals.
• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with employees.
• Ability to anticipate and identify problems and use sound judgment and fact-based analysis to develop effective and efficient solutions.

Applicants must be legally able to work in Canada on a permanent basis (Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident).

ANNUAL SALARY:

$74,630.00 CAD plus our comprehensive employer-paid benefits plan

Position type: Permanent Hours per week: 35

Total Rewards

At TRIUMF, we value our employees and are committed to providing a competitive total rewards package. We offer comprehensive benefits that promote the well-being and security of our staff and provide an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a high-profile national research facility, where you can make a difference.

Benefits Information:

• TRIUMF paid dental, extended health, vision care, emergency travel assistance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Life Insurance, and supplementary Wellness Benefits.
• Excellent Employee Pension Plan
• Disability benefits, and optional additional Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Generous time away
• Maternity and paternity leaves and top-ups

Application closing date:

August 03, 2026

Apply now and be part of our extraordinary journey.

Learn more about the amazing research and work we do at TRIUMF.

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Equity, diversity, and inclusion are integral to excellence and enhance our ability to create knowledge and opportunity for all. Together, we are committed to building an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the voices of our employees, students, partners, and the people and communities we serve.

As an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity, we encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalised on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Contact information: Email: recruiting@triumf.ca Phone: 604.222.1047 Fax: 604.222.3791

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TRIUMF is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam) People, who for millennia have passed on their culture, history, and traditions from one generation to the next on this site.