Manager, Labour Relations (Toronto)

Bombardier Transportation GmbH; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturing company in Canada is seeking a Manager, Labour Relations to oversee their Toronto site. This role involves developing labour relations strategies, advising on policies, and leading grievance procedures. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in Labour Relations and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. The position offers a comprehensive benefits program and a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Insurance plans

Retirement savings plan

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten years’ experience in Labour Relations and/or Human Resources.
• Proven track record of success in contract negotiations and interpretation.
• Experience in a large, unionized environment.

Responsibilities

• Developing and driving labour relations strategy aligned with corporate strategies.
• Providing strategic advice on legislation and collective agreements.
• Acting as Chief Spokesperson for collective bargaining.

Skills

Labour Relations

Contract negotiations

Leadership

Grievance administration

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries.

Working at Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day, you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in our industry and beyond. By prioritizing employee growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the best work happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise.

With our employees’ well-being top of mind, we offer a comprehensive and competitive Benefits Program, which includes:

• Insurance plans
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program

We are searching for a Manager, Labour Relations to lead this critical function for the Toronto site of 2,200 employees. The Manager, Labour Relations will be responsible for the overall management, direction, and operation of all Labour Relations for the Toronto site.

Reporting to the Site Director of Human Resources, the Manager, Labour Relations directly impacts organizational success by ensuring that labour relations strategies and collective agreements are aligned with and support the achievement of overall business goals.

What are your contributions to the team?

• Developing and driving labour relations strategy and tactics aligned with the corporate strategies and consistent with the values of the company;
• Providing strategic advice on legislation, policy, trends, case law, collective agreement interpretation and other labour relations issues;
• Ability to act as Chief Spokesperson for collective bargaining and chairing bargaining teams; Advising on mediation and/or conciliation;
• Leading the grievance and arbitration procedures in conjunction with in-house legal;
• Leading and participating in labour management committees;
• Business continuity planning as it relates to labour relations issues;
• Preparing reports and presentations on key labour relations issues;
• Coaching and guiding Human Resources Business Partners on labour relations issues;
• Leading a team of 2 Labour Advisors;
• Interpreting and applying the Ontario Labour Relations Act, Ontario Human Rights Code, the Employment Standards Act, the Occupational Health & Safety Act and related legislation.

How to thrive in this role?

• You have a minimum of ten years’ experience working in Labour Relations and/or Human Resources ideally within a manufacturing environment;
• You have a proven track record of success as a leader in Human Resources and Labour Relations and in areas including contract negotiations and interpretation, grievance administration/disputes resolution and tribunal experience;
• You have experience working in a large, unionized environment;
• You have strong leadership skills, proven ability to share skills and knowledge with others; experience in all components of human resource management;
• You have the ability to think and act strategically;
• You have the necessary skills to negotiate and influence diverse stakeholders regarding challenging organizational issues;
• You have the necessary skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with union representatives, subordinates, co-workers and with a range of other stakeholders at all levels;
• You have a proven ability to identify, understand, and meet/exceed the requirements of diverse internal and external customers; excellent problem-solving, decision-making and time management skills;
• You must be comfortable working in a very challenging environment with tight timelines.
• You hold a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Organizational Development or a related field.

Bombardier is an equal opportunity employer and encourages persons of any race, religion, ethnicity, gender, identity, sexual orientation, age, immigration status, disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics to apply. As per the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Bombardier will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process.