Job Description

Labour Relations Specialist (1-year contract)

Why join us?

Our Nuclear Division is currently looking for a Labour Relations Specialist to be part f our team. The position will be reporting to the Manager of Labour Relations, the Labour Relations Specialist performs a range of Human Resource duties with a focus on providing labour relations advice and counsel to management and the Human Resource team. This role will act as a subject matter expert and lead various labour relations functions.

How will you contribute to the team?

• Provide guidance on the interpretation, application and administration of collective agreements.
• Provide analyses and advice to leaders and Human Resources on a range of labour relations matters such as discipline, policy implementation, investigations, negotiations, terminations etc.
• Participate in the development, recommendation, review and update of labour relations strategies, policies, procedures, and programs.
• Represent and support management in the grievance process through to resolution.
• Provides support in mediations, arbitrations, and Labour Board proceedings, taking on a leadership role when required.
• Chair and participate in joint meetings between the union and management.
• Prepare and present labour relation training material to various internal clients.

• Aid in the development and implementation in forward-looking union-management strategy.
• Aid in the preparation of exhibits, submissions, evidence, briefs etc. for legal proceedings.
• Respond to queries, complaints, and concerns from union representatives and union leaders.
• Perform other job-related duties as required.

What will you contribute?

• A University degree in Business with a focus in Human Resources or Labour Relations or Law.
• Advanced degree / education in labour/industrial relations field considered an asset
• 2-3 years experience working in labour relations/human resources in a unionized environment .
• Ability to interpret and implement collective agreement language.

• Knowledge of the Canada labour code and other workplace legislation.

• Ability to work under pressure, manage tight timelines and expectations.
• Knowledge of HRIS system.
• Accurate and detail oriented.
• Excellent organizational & interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
  
  

What we offer at SNC-Lavalin:

At SNC-Lavalin, you will enjoy competitive compensation, a safe and healthy work environment, and a full range of benefits (ie.: group insurance, retirement savings plan, share purchase plan, continuing education program, etc.).

• Opportunity to work on various projects of various sizes.
• Competitive salary.
• Motivational financial package & flexible benefits.
• Defined contribution pension plan in which SNC-Lavalin contributes.
• Work equipment provided according to the season (boot, bib, helmet, gloves, etc.).
• Employee Share Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Learning and Development programs, training, career opportunities.

Additional Information:

Appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and hiring process as required by Company policy and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Successful applicants will be notified about SNC-Lavalin’s accommodation policies at the time the employment offer is extended, and the information will be shared with new personnel during the onboarding process.

At SNC-Lavalin, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.  

SNC-Lavalin cares about your privacy. SNC-Lavalin and other subsidiary or affiliated companies of SNC-Lavalin (referred to throughout as “SNC-Lavalin”) are committed to protecting your privacy. Please consult our Privacy Notice  on our Careers site to know more about how we collect, use and transfer your Personal Data.

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Founded in 1911, SNC-Lavalin is a global fully integrated professional services and project management company and a major player in the ownership of infrastructure. From offices around the world, SNC-Lavalin's employees are proud to build what matters. Our teams provide comprehensive end-to-end project solutions – including capital investment, consulting, design, engineering, construction, sustaining capital and operations and maintenance – to clients in oil and gas, mining and metallurgy, infrastructure and power. On July 3, 2017, SNC-Lavalin acquired Atkins, one of the world's most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies. http://www.snclavalin.com

Worker TypeEmployee

Job TypeContractual (Fixed Term)

At SNC-Lavalin, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.

SNC-Lavalin cares about your privacy. SNC-Lavalin and other subsidiary or affiliated companies of SNC-Lavalin (referred to throughout as “SNC-Lavalin”) are committed to protecting your privacy. Please consult our Privacy Notice on our Careers site to know more about how we collect, use and transfer your Personal Data.

By submitting your personal information to SNC-Lavalin, you confirm that you have read and accept our Privacy Notice.