Labour Relations Manager

FLINT Corp.; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider in Canada is seeking a seasoned HR professional to manage labour relations and ensure adherence to collective agreements. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in HR and Labour Relations, particularly in unionized environments, and possess strong negotiation and relationship-building skills. Opportunities for personal and professional growth within a supportive team culture are available as you contribute to impactful projects.

Benefits

Leadership and communication development

Diverse skillset opportunities

Long-term growth and stability

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of combined HR and Labour Relations experience in unionized environments.
• Strong understanding of collective agreement administration and interpretation.
• Experience in Industrial Services, Construction, and Maintenance sectors.

Responsibilities

• Manage grievances and participate in collective bargaining negotiations.
• Build relationships with unions and client HR teams.
• Provide guidance on employee relations and administer HR programs.

Skills

Understanding of Labour Codes

Negotiating skills

Change management

Relationship building

Adaptability to changing priorities

Education

Bachelor’s degree or related diploma

Job description

Company Description

FLINT is a leading service provider in Canada’s energy and industrial markets offering full asset life cycle support, including construction, maintenance, fabrication, and environmental services. Committed to safety and quality, we foster a workplace culture that values innovation and sustainability. With a strong local presence and top-tier talent, we deliver high-quality services as we help our customers bring their resources to our world.

Job Description

What would you be doing?

• Ensure adherence to collective agreements, manage grievances and arbitration, and participate in collective bargaining negotiations.
• Build strong relationships with unions, shop stewards, client HR/LR teams, and internal leadership to maintain open communication and collaboration.
• Provide guidance on employee relations, conflict resolution, policy interpretation, and administer HR programs including return-to-work and harassment investigations.
• Coordinate workforce requirements with operations, analyze collective agreement costs (wages, schedules, benefits), and recommend cost‑saving strategies.
• Complete client and corporate reporting requirements, support HR projects, monitor industry trends, and represent the company at industry and committee events.

Perks of the job

• Enhance your leadership and communication skills with the opportunity to lead and collaborate with various professionals, from Executives to front‑line workers.
• Variety in your work that allows you to develop a diverse skillset.
• Long‑term opportunities to provide stability and the potential for growth within the organization, making it a rewarding choice for your professional journey.
• Growing company with opportunities for career development and advancement.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of Labour Codes and Employment Standards across BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Ontario, with experience in collective agreement administration, interpretation, and negotiation.
• Proven ability to build strong relationships with teams and clients, coupled with excellent negotiating and change management skills.
• Flexible in managing changing priorities with high tolerance for ambiguity; demonstrates personal leadership and strong business acumen.
• Bachelor’s degree or related diploma preferred; minimum 8 years of combined HR and Labour Relations experience, including unionized environments (ABTU or CLAC).
• Experience in Industrial Services, Construction, and Maintenance sectors, with exposure to OH&S compliance and labour relations practices.

Additional Information

Offers of employment are conditional on the successful outcome of a criminal background check and employment verification.

Candidates shortlisted will be required to complete the Profile TRAITS Survey.

The purpose of the TRAITS Survey tool is to assist FLINT in understanding the behaviors of individuals to support the best use of their strengths, abilities, and potential.

Our Commitment to Our People

When You Join FLINT, We Make These Promises

• Your work will matter. The projects you’ll help build will serve communities for generations.
• Your growth is our priority. We’ll invest in your development and create paths for advancement.
• Your voice will be heard. Your experience and ideas will shape how we tackle challenges.
• Your team will support you. You’ll work with people who want to see you succeed.
• Your ambition will be rewarded. As you grow, FLINT grows – and we recognize those who help us build better.

Transform yourself. Strengthen each other. Make a better world.