Strategic Director, Labour Relations — Aviation

Porter Airlines Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent airline company in Toronto is seeking a Director of Labour Relations to develop and execute a comprehensive labour strategy. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in labour relations, particularly in the aviation sector, demonstrating strong negotiation skills and a collaborative approach to union relationships. This hybrid role involves overseeing grievance processes and ensuring compliance with relevant laws while fostering a productive work environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive labour relations experience in a unionized environment.
• 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Experience in aviation or transportation industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a long-term labour relations strategy.
• Serve as lead negotiator in collective bargaining.
• Oversee the grievance process and arbitration hearings.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Conflict resolution

Interpersonal skills

Business acumen

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Relations, Human Resources, or Law

Master’s degree or LLB/JD

CPHR or CHRL designation

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

A prominent airline company in Toronto is seeking a Director of Labour Relations to develop and execute a comprehensive labour strategy. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in labour relations, particularly in the aviation sector, demonstrating strong negotiation skills and a collaborative approach to union relationships. This hybrid role involves overseeing grievance processes and ensuring compliance with relevant laws while fostering a productive work environment.