- Establish a formal, geographically aligned training program to ensure consistent, relevant learning across all operating regions, including region‑specific HR compliance requirements.
- Track participation and assess training effectiveness to support continuous development and compliance adherence.
- Promote employee engagement initiatives.
- Assure compliance with employment laws and regulations, including review of HR policies.
- Assist with the recruitment process, including job postings and screening candidates.
- Support the employee onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring all documentation is properly completed.
- Update and audit payroll records and employee data in HRIS/Payroll software.
- Assist with reconciliation of payroll accounts and preparation of reports.
- Comply with all FirstLight policies and procedures.
- Carry out other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
- Bilingual proficiency in English and French (written and spoken), required.
- Must be currently enrolled in, or a recent graduate of, an undergraduate program in Human Resource Management (or equivalent) at an accredited institution.
- Understanding of Quebec and Ontario labour laws and regulations.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Prior experience working independently with a strong sense of accountability.
- Must be proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
HR Temp Bilingual - Montreal (administrative region) - FirstLight Power
2 days ago
Description
About FirstLight
FirstLight is a leading clean power producer, developer, and energy storage company serving North America. With a diversified portfolio that includes over 1.65 GW of operating renewable energy and energy storage technologies and a development pipeline with 4+ GW of solar, battery, hydro, onshore wind, and offshore wind projects, FirstLight specializes in hybrid solutions that pair hydroelectric, pumped‑hydro storage, utility‑scale solar, large‑scale battery, and wind assets. The company's mission is to accelerate the decarbonization of the electric grid by supporting the development, operation, and integration of renewable energy and storage to meet the world's growing clean energy needs and deliver an electric system that is clean, reliable, affordable, and equitable. Based in Burlington, MA, with operating offices in Northfield, MA, New Milford, CT, Oshawa, ON, and Montréal, QC, FirstLight is a steward of more than 14,000 acres and hundreds of miles of shoreline along some of the most beautiful rivers and lakes in North America.
Position Detail
Remote role based in Montréal, Québec.
Length of assignment: 3‑6 months.
Bilingual HR Temp will report to the HR Business Partner, Canada, and will deliver exceptional customer service while supporting the People & Culture team with the full employee lifecycle. Responsibilities include supporting HR initiatives such as training, employee engagement, compliance, recruitment, and HR administration for our Canadian and US operations.
Key Responsibilities
Qualifications & Skills
EEO Statement
FirstLight provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal and local laws. In addition to federal law requirements, FirstLight complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Values
Respect – Integrity – Safety – Excellence – Innovation – Team
Join Our Team
FirstLight is a steward of amazing natural resources and a leader in clean energy. Join us to contribute to a cleaner, more reliable future for all.
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