Labour Relations Coordinator -Prince Rupert, BC

VANCOUVER PILE DRIVING LTD.; Prince Rupert; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12-Month Contract

Fly-In / Fly-Out 14/7

Company-Paid Travel

Accommodations Provided

AltaGas Project exposure

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Vancouver Pile Driving Ltd. in Prince Rupert, BC, is seeking a Labour Relations Coordinator for a 12-month fly-in/fly-out assignment on a major AltaGas project. You will manage collective agreements, coordinate staffing, and foster constructive labour relations.

Reporting to the Project Manager, you will liaise with employees, unions, and subcontractors to ensure compliant, respectful operations. The role requires 3–5 years in labour relations, construction experience, union awareness, and

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Human Resources, Labour Relations, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in labour relations, employee relations, workforce coordination, or a related role.
• Experience in construction, industrial, heavy civil, energy, LNG, or project-based environments preferred.
• Experience in a unionized environment and interpreting collective agreements.
• Strong understanding of labour relations principles and employment legislation.
• Experience coordinating large project workforces is an asset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and workforce reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Support the administration and interpretation of collective agreements and labour-related policies.
• Act as a liaison between project management and union representatives.
• Assist with the resolution of labour relations issues and workplace concerns.
• Monitor compliance with collective agreements, labour legislation, and company policies.
• Support labour-management meetings and prepare meeting minutes, action items, and related documentation.
• Track and maintain records related to grievances, workforce movements, and labour relations matters.
• Assist project leadership in responding to labour-related inquiries and issues.
• Coordinate workforce requests and union dispatch requirements.
• Support project staffing plans and workforce forecasting activities.
• Monitor workforce availability and assist with labour allocation planning.
• Coordinate onboarding requirements for union and project personnel.
• Assist in managing project manpower reporting and workforce metrics.
• Foster positive working relationships between employees, unions, subcontractors, and project leadership.
• Support investigations, fact-finding exercises, and workplace issue resolution.
• Promote respectful workplace practices and effective communication across the project.
• Assist in implementing employee engagement and workforce communication initiatives.
• Maintain accurate labour relations records and documentation.
• Prepare labour reports, workforce summaries, and project updates as required.
• Ensure compliance with employment standards, project agreements, and company procedures.
• Support audits, reviews, and workforce compliance initiatives.

Skills

Relationship-building

Communication

Discretion

Conflict resolution

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Diploma/Degree in HR/IR/Business Admin

3-5 years labour relations experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Labour Relations Coordinator -Prince Rupert, BC

Labour Relations Coordinator -Prince Rupert, BC

12-Month Contract | Fly-In Fly-Out (14 Days On / 7 Days Off)

Travel & Accommodation Provided

Vancouver Pile Driving Ltd. (VanPile), a proud member of the Carlson Construction Group, is seeking an experienced and motivated Labour Relations Coordinator to join our team in support of a major AltaGas Project in Prince Rupert, BC.

Reporting directly to the Project Manager, the Labour Relations Coordinator will play a critical role in fostering positive labour-management relationships, supporting workforce planning, ensuring compliance with collective agreements, and promoting effective communication between project leadership, employees, unions, and subcontractors.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a high-profile industrial construction project while gaining valuable experience in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

The Opportunity

As a Labour Relations Coordinator, you will serve as a key liaison between project management, employees, union representatives, and subcontractors. You will support the effective administration of labour relations activities while helping the project maintain a productive, respectful, and compliant work environment.

The successful candidate will be a strong communicator, an excellent relationship builder, and a trusted resource for workforce-related matters.

Key Responsibilities

Labour Relations & Workforce Support

• Support the administration and interpretation of collective agreements and labour-related policies.
• Act as a liaison between project management and union representatives.
• Assist with the resolution of labour relations issues and workplace concerns.
• Monitor compliance with collective agreements, labour legislation, and company policies.
• Support labour-management meetings and prepare meeting minutes, action items, and related documentation.
• Track and maintain records related to grievances, workforce movements, and labour relations matters.
• Assist project leadership in responding to labour-related inquiries and issues.

Workforce Planning & Coordination

• Coordinate workforce requests and union dispatch requirements.
• Support project staffing plans and workforce forecasting activities.
• Monitor workforce availability and assist with labour allocation planning.
• Coordinate onboarding requirements for union and project personnel.
• Assist in managing project manpower reporting and workforce metrics.

Employee & Union Relations

• Foster positive working relationships between employees, unions, subcontractors, and project leadership.
• Support investigations, fact-finding exercises, and workplace issue resolution.
• Promote respectful workplace practices and effective communication across the project.
• Assist in implementing employee engagement and workforce communication initiatives.

Compliance & Administration

• Maintain accurate labour relations records and documentation.
• Prepare labour reports, workforce summaries, and project updates as required.
• Ensure compliance with employment standards, project agreements, and company procedures.
• Support audits, reviews, and workforce compliance initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or Degree in Human Resources, Labour Relations, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in labour relations, employee relations, workforce coordination, human resources, or a related role.
• Experience working in construction, industrial, heavy civil, energy, LNG, or project-based environments is highly preferred.
• Experience working in a unionized environment and interpreting collective agreements.
• Strong understanding of labour relations principles and employment legislation.
• Experience coordinating large project workforces is considered an asset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and workforce reporting systems.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential matters
• Strong conflict resolution and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to build trust with employees, union representatives, and project leadership
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced project environment
• Professionalism, integrity, and a solution-oriented approach

Salary Range:

$75,000 - $95,000 per year

Compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, internal equity, and Carlson Construction Group compensation practices.

Additional Benefits

• 12-Month Contract Assignment
• Fly-In / Fly-Out Rotation (14 Days On / 7 Days Off)
• Company-Paid Travel
• Company-Provided Accommodations
• Opportunity to Work on a Major AltaGas Infrastructure Project
• Professional Development and Career Growth Opportunities

Join Our Team

Join Vancouver Pile Driving Ltd. and help build the relationships that drive project success.

Accommodation Requests

Should you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail] and indicate the position and location you are applying for.

Agency Notice

Vancouver Pile Driving Ltd. does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies and is not responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited candidate submissions.