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Manager Change & Talent


Company : Ontario Power Generation


Location : Oshawa,


Created : 2026-02-02


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Status: Contract (Up to 24 Months) Working Conditions: On-site Education Level: University Degree or Post Secondary Education in Human Resources Base Location: Oshawa, ON Shift: Days Travel: 10% Deadline to Apply: February 12, 2026 Salary Range: $111,000 - $161,000 Electrify your career and help build a brighter tomorrow. Every generation has a challenge that defines them. At OPG, we are calling on all innovators, disruptors, thought leaders and changemakers. Join us as we work to electrify life in one generation and build a sustainable future powered by our electricity, our ideas, and our people. Join OPG and make history. Whether you work in the skilled trades or are a business professional, a career at OPG is an opportunity to electrify your life on and off the job. Job Overview Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is looking for strategic, dynamic, and resultsdriven leadership and performance management professional to join our Talent Management Centre of Expertise (CoE) in the role of Manager, Talent Programs. This position is located out of our Oshawa office with local travel in the Durham region and to our multiple GTA locations. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Learning, Talent & Development, the Manager, Talent Programs will be a program leader responsible for the design, modification, implementation, and integration of core talent programs; people development strategies to create consistent and sustained high performing resources across the business and achieve key talent and business goals. Program Areas Include Talent Reviews and Succession Planning Senior Leader and High Potential Development Leadership Solutions including assessments and coaching Culture and Employee Engagement Annual Performance Planning and Review (PPR) Program Knowledge Management Key Accountabilities Learn the business environment, and develop a strong understanding of the business strategy, structure, and goals enterprisewide to deliver highvalue business support and credibility as a trusted advisor to the business on talent priorities. Design and implement talent programs to support OPGs business strategic objectives. Build relationships and partner with Senior Leaders and Business Unit (BU) clients to identify priorities and address talent challenges/opportunities. Partner closely with the HR Business Partner team to deliver core talent programming including talent assessments, talent reviews and succession, performance measurement, leadership development, culture and employee engagement programs. Lead the ongoing delivery of OPGs Leadership Framework (attract, grow, manage and retain leadership capacity for Ontario Power Generation). Identify key organizational levers to drive culture change and develop programs to embed key culture aspects into business processes and programs. Provide assessment options to assess team functioning and develop or provide solutions to support improved performance, develop and manage key indicators to assess and monitor the health of employee performance. Develop and implement reports and tools to share talent information with key stakeholders. Monitor and measure the efficacy of talent solutions, programs, and training and adjust to continuously improve and ensure continually aligning to the needs of the business. Qualifications Bachelor''s Degree/College Diploma in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Talent Management, Business, Adult Education, or Change Management is required. Certified Human Resources designation such as CHRP, CHRL, CPLP, or CTMP is an asset. Minimum 8-10 years of progressive experience in Human Resources with strong experience and exposure in talent, leadership, engagement, and performance management practices. Experience effectively managing programs in the areas of talent development, succession management, performance management, senior leader and high potential development, employee engagement, and leadership assessments is required. Proven track record of delivering results building out talent programs to attract, accelerate and retain top talent, helping to support the business in meeting its goals and strategic objectives. Strong knowledge in developing and/or leading the talent review process, succession planning, and development cycles. Strong knowledge and experience working with various leadership assessment tools. Strong interpersonal skills, knowledge, and experience in building, shaping, and maintaining productive relationships and strong partnerships across business units and among a wide variety of internal stakeholders and executives across the organization; highly collaborative and effective team player. Previous experience creating engaging presentations and training material and comfortable with facilitating stakeholder groups and delivering learning programs while using a wide variety of team collaboration, elearning, and facilitative training tools and systems. Exceptional project and program management experience. Superior written and verbal communication skills; ability to influence and communicate effectively across the company at all levels. Looking for someone with a strong level of confidence who is energetic and a selfmotivated individual that takes initiative and has a strong level of passion and desire to succeed. Previous experience and working knowledge with MS Office and HR systems are required. Experience working with SAP / SuccessFactors would be an asset. Ability to work in a fastpaced changing environment while effectively managing shifting priorities. Able to navigate a complex organization and support systems to deliver results, and work in a crossfunctional environment. Experience working for an organization with a highly technical and/or multiunion workforce is considered an asset. Previous experience working for a highly regulated industry such as utilities, energy, mining, oil & gas, manufacturing, health care, telecommunications, financial services, or public sector (Broader Public Services, Municipal, Provincial and or Federal Government) is preferred. Ability to work effectively and efficiently in an office environment. The successful candidate will exhibit uncompromising integrity and commitment to upholding corporate values, and the OPG Code of Business Conduct. OPG is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment. If you require accommodation during the selection process, please contact . What makes a career at OPG different? With operations across Ontario, OPG is one of the most diverse power producers in North America. As the largest generator in Ontario, we meet approximately 50% of the provinces electricity needs, largely from lowcarbon sources like nuclear and hydro. As we work to achieve our vision of Electrifying life in one generation, OPG and our family of companies are also helping advance the development of new lowcarbon technologies such as Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), refurbishment projects, and electrification initiatives to help power the growing demands of a growing economy. Join OPG and make history. Please submit your application online at OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. All job postings at OPG are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. OPG may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the applicant screening process. However, applications will also be reviewed by a member of our Recruitment team to ensure a fair and thorough assessment. OPG is committed to employment equity. As such, we encourage applicants from equityseeking communities (Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and women). We strongly believe that alleviating the underrepresentation of equityseeking individuals will create a stronger OPG team and allow us to better serve the needs of our diverse communities. In order to fulfill the abovementioned purpose, priority in hiring may be given to qualified persons who selfidentify as a member of equityseeking groups as identified in the application process. This initiative constitutes a special program under the Human Rights Code/Canadian Human Rights Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr