Labour Relations Specialist
At a glance
Mid-level Employee Relations & Culture role at GardaWorld. Goffs · CA$75,000–CA$85,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Coordinate labour relations committees, grievance discussions and ad hoc meetings on operational or organizational concerns
- Take part in mediation and other dispute-resolution discussions to help find outcomes both sides can accept
- Investigate employee conduct, policy compliance and adherence to operational procedures
- Guide managers on progressive discipline and collective-agreement interpretation, keeping decisions aligned with policies and legislation
- Work with operations teams on practical solutions that meet business goals within negotiated agreements
What you bring
- Three to five years of relevant work in human resources or labour relations
- Experience in a unionized workplace, ideally one under federal regulation
- Postsecondary study in human resources, industrial relations or another listed field, or equivalent education and experience
Who this fits
This role suits someone comfortable advising managers and handling several changing priorities in a fast-moving environment. You’ll work in a hybrid arrangement with time at the Halifax Airport office and occasional travel to Atlantic Region stations.
From the employer
Reporting to the Human Resources and Labour Relations Manager for the Atlantic Region, the Labour Relations Specialist is primarily responsible for coordinating all labour relations activities within the region. In this role, the Specialist serves as a key resource for managers and provides support in the areas of labour-management relations, disciplinary investigations, labour relations matters, and the interpretation and application of collective agreements.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and participate in various joint committees, including labour relations committees, grievance committees, and ad hoc meetings addressing operational and organizational issues.
- Participate in mediation, conciliation, and dispute resolution processes with the objective of identifying mutually beneficial solutions.
- Coordinate and conduct disciplinary investigations involving employee conduct, compliance with company policies, and adherence to operational procedures.
- Advise managers on the appropriate and progressive application of disciplinary measures to address performance or conduct concerns, while ensuring compliance with collective agreements, company policies, and applicable legislation.
- Provide advice and recommendations regarding the interpretation and application of collective agreements.
- Collaborate with operational teams to develop practical and creative solutions that support business objectives while respecting the negotiated framework.
Education, Experience and Qualifications
- Three (3) to five (5) years of relevant experience in Human Resources or Labour Relations.
- Experience working in a unionized environment, preferably within a federally regulated workplace.
- Postsecondary education in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and assignments in a fast-paced and constantly evolving environment.
Working Conditions
- Hybrid work model combining remote work and on-site presence at our Halifax (YHZ) office.
- Ongoing professional development and career advancement opportunities.
- Dynamic, fast-paced, and continuously evolving work environment.
- Occasional travel to stations throughout the Atlantic Region.
- Group benefits program and Group RRSP.
Job details:
- Employment Type: Permanent
- Location: Halifax Airport
- Salary : $75,000 - $85,000 a year
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