Labor Relations Specialist

Vale • St. John's, NL

142d • Onsite

About The Position

We are currently seeking a Labour Relations Specialist to join our People and Community team in St. John’s, NL.
This is a permanent position, working a Monday to Friday schedule, based in St. John’s. Travel to Long Harbour and Voisey’s Bay will be on a as-needed basis. Relocation to St. John's, NL is required for this role.
As a Labour Relations Specialist, you will act as the primary point of contact for all labour relations matters within Vale Newfoundland and Labrador (VNL), while providing expert advice and support to management on labour relations strategies and best practices. You will develop and maintain a thorough understanding of the company's operations, culture, and strategic objectives to effectively align labour relations activities with business goals. Your experience and skills will allow you to play a crucial role in fostering a positive and productive work environment within VNL.

Requirements

• Undergraduate Degree in Business (Human Resources, Labour Relations) or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 8 years’ experience in labour relations within an industrial unionized environment.
• Strong background in labour relations and working knowledge of the Canada Labour Code and relevant NL Labour Standards.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with employees, union representatives, and management.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for managing labour relations activities, including collective bargaining, dispute resolution, and ensuring compliance with labour laws and company policies.
• Dispute Resolution: Manage and resolve labour disputes, grievances, and conflicts in a timely and effective manner, utilizing mediation and arbitration techniques as necessary.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant labour laws, regulations, and company policies. Provide guidance and support to management and employees on labour relations issues.
• Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with union representatives, employees, and management to foster a collaborative and positive work environment.
• Policy Development: Assist in the development and implementation of labour relations policies and procedures that support the company's goals and objectives.
• Collective Bargaining: Participate in collective bargaining negotiations, ensuring that agreements are fair, compliant with legal standards, and aligned with the company's strategic objectives.
• Training and Education: Provide training and education to management and employees on labour relations topics, including collective bargaining, dispute resolution, and compliance with labour laws.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation including a variable annual incentive plan
• Participation in a competitive Defined Contribution Pension package
• Comprehensive benefits package (company paid core coverage, health and dental coverage, flex accounts, disability plans and optional insurances)
• Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation, personal, sick, parental)
• Flexible work arrangements
• Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Virtual Healthcare online
• Online training and career development opportunities
• Relocation Assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees