Human Resources/Labour Relations Advisor

Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro; San Juan de Terranova; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro is seeking a Human Resources/Labour Relations Advisor in St. John's, NL.

You will provide strategic guidance on labour matters, interpret collective agreements and policies, and support investigations and grievance processes. Collaborating with HR partners, managers and union representatives, you will help implement people solutions aligned with Hydro's values while maintaining confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Commerce or Business Administration with HR/Industrial Relations specialization.
• Minimum five years' experience in HR and/or Labour Relations.
• MBA or CPHR designation would be an asset.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic advice to Employee Relations and Workforce Planning on labour/employee matters.
• Interpret collective agreements and policies; support investigations, grievance management and arbitration.
• Assist in negotiating various agreements including collective bargaining processes.
• Collaborate with HR Partners, managers and union representatives to implement people solutions.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold Hydro's policies and standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Analytical ability

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Commerce or Business Administration

MBA or CPHR asset

Job description

At Hydro we work to foster positive work-life balance and offer remote or hybrid working arrangements for some positions based on the nature of work being performed and an assessment of other relevant factors.

Human Resources/Labour Relations Advisor

Competition #: NLH-NR-26-044
Location: St. John's, NL

Status: Permanent

Our employees are at the heart of what we do. We're looking for passionate and performance focused people - people who want to make a difference for our customers and who share our values.

Key Responsibilities:

Supporting the Employee Relations and Workforce Planning team, you will provide strategic advice, guidance and support on labour and employee-related matters, collective agreement and policy interpretation, and corrective action. You will participate in investigations, dispute resolution, grievance management, arbitration, and support negotiating various agreements including collective bargaining process. You will collaborate with other professionals including HR Business Partners, managers and union representatives and build strong relationships in support of implementing people solutions aligned with Hydro's policies, principles and values. You will support compliance of Hydro's corporate policies and standards of business conduct. You will have the highest regard for confidentiality and foster mutual respect in your dealings with diverse individuals. You are a high-impact communicator, exceptional listener and facilitator with the ability to convey key and critical information in an effective manner.

What You'll Need:

You have graduated with a Bachelor Degree of Commerce or Business Administration with specialization in Human Resources and/or Industrial Relations with a minimum of five (5) years' experience in the Human Resources and/or Labour Relations field. Master of Business Administration/Master of Employment Relations or CPHR designation would be an asset. You must have strong interpersonal skills and have a demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve complex issues. You must have excellent oral and written communication skills and be able to work effectively to prioritize and manage competing priorities. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Ideally this position would reside in our Corporate Office; however, we may be able to consider requests to work from one of our other locations within the province. Travel to Hydro's various locations in Newfoundland and Labrador may be required.

CLOSING DATE: August 24, 2026

We're looking for energy we can count on!

Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro is the people's utility that you can count on - providing safe, cost-conscious, reliable electricity while harnessing sustainable energy opportunities to benefit the people of Newfoundland and Labrador. We value our employees, we take care of each other, we recognize excellence, we respect individuality and we work hard to create an inclusive and welcoming workplace. People who work at Hydro feel like they're part of a community and we give back to the communities where we live and work to make them stronger. There's lots to learn at www.nlhydro.com

Our company values diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from diverse candidates, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.