Labour Relations Advisor (LRA)

Finning•Prince George, BC

4d•CA$95,000 - CA$115,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Finning Canada is seeking a permanent, full-time Labour Relations Advisor to collaborate with business leaders, HR representatives, and union representatives across multiple regions and business units. This role involves providing expert advice and guidance on labour relations fundamentals, collective agreement interpretation and application, and delivering training to leaders. A key responsibility is building positive relationships with union representatives to act as a Company spokesperson in union-management meetings, grievance meetings, and collective bargaining, ultimately strengthening the labour relations environment. The position can be based in Surrey, Kamloops, or Prince George.

Requirements

Post-secondary education in human resources management, labour relations management or a related field.
Minimum of 5-7 years progressive experience in human resources, coupled with a minimum of 3 years working in an unionized environment including but not limited to: full-cycle collective bargaining, grievance resolution, arbitration proceedings, human rights matters.
Understand the requirements to work in a unionized environment.
Knows how to apply the collective agreement.
High proficiency in Microsoft applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint) and comfortable navigating in HRIS.
Knowledge of pertinent legislation and case law.
Knowledge of HR Programs, Policies & Procedures coupled with business acumen.
Strong analytical skill and an ability to identify trends and patterns of behavior.
Strong partnering, communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills and the ability to influence at all levels.
Excellent analytical, risk assessment and problem-solving skills which include quickly identifying core issues and making effective decisions.
Collaborative, responsive and service-oriented approach and proven ability to immediately establish credibility and able to influence change. Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency.
A self-starter who is comfortable with ambiguity and able to work in an environment without clearly established boundaries. Creative, thinks outside the box.
Proactive, flexible and comfortable in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment, which demands a high level of energy and commitment.
Strong alternative dispute and conflict resolution skills to encourage resolution at the lowest level.
Strong focus on continuous improvement ideas and initiatives to drive positive change.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work autonomously, while remaining aligned with HR strategies.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Workday is an asset.
HR designation (CPHR) or significant progress towards completion considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Provide advice, guidance and solutions to business leaders and HR representatives regarding the interpretation, compliance, administration and implementation of Collective Agreements across multiple Provinces and collective agreements.
Grievance management including investigating and responding to union grievances at all levels of the process, including arbitration.
Contribute to full-cycle collective bargaining preparation, research and costing, table negotiations and implementation.
Develop and deliver labour relations training content.
Demonstrate a keen interest in the business by partnering with clients and understanding their operation and how labour relations can be leveraged to drive business growth and employee engagement.
Establish positive relationships with union representatives and take a leadership role in union-management meetings.
Oversee and be responsible for the research, administration and distribution of labour relations documents such as collective agreements, letters of understanding, specific project labour agreements, wage schedules, etc.
Negotiate, create and implement various letters of understanding in partnership with union, HR and business representatives.
Work closely with HR representatives to resolve employee and labour relations issues in a timely manner.
Maintain best practice and knowledge of setting precedent on issues which put the company at risk.
Work with internal and external legal counsel on complex labour relations matters.
Act as a point of contact for external and internal Industrial Relations and unionized Human Rights related inquiries.