Workforce Lead — Union Relations & Scheduling

FLINT Corp.; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider in the energy sector is seeking a Workforce Lead in Fort McMurray, Alberta. The successful candidate will oversee site workforce management, ensuring compliance with labor relations and scheduling accommodations. The position requires strong organizational and communication skills, with at least 5 years of experience in workforce management in a unionized environment. Join a company committed to safety, quality, and employee growth. Opportunities for long-term career development are also available.

Benefits

Opportunity to lead workforce operations for large-scale projects.

Long-term career growth potential.

Collaborative environment that values innovation.

Qualifications

• Proficient in English with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in workforce management and/or labor relations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee scheduling and deployment of site workforce to meet project milestones.
• Manage onboarding and orientation processes for new hires and transfers.
• Monitor workforce KPIs and provide regular reporting to leadership.
• Support knowledge transfer and cross-training initiatives to ensure operational continuity.
• Coordinate camp accommodations and ensure compliance with site rules and owner requirements.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Negotiation skills

Conflict resolution

Workforce scheduling tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

A leading service provider in the energy sector is seeking a Workforce Lead in Fort McMurray, Alberta. The successful candidate will oversee site workforce management, ensuring compliance with labor relations and scheduling accommodations. The position requires strong organizational and communication skills, with at least 5 years of experience in workforce management in a unionized environment. Join a company committed to safety, quality, and employee growth. Opportunities for long-term career development are also available.