Labour Relations jobs in Canada

At Canadian Natural, we are proud to be a leader in Canada’s energy industry. Join us and help drive innovation and long-term value through integrity, teamwork, and a passion for doing things right.

Make your mark while you grow your career! Canadian Natural has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Labour Relations Advisor. Your ability to collaborate, coach and develop relationships will make you an amazing fit for Canadian Natural.

• Job location: Fort McMurray, Alberta
• Shift schedule: 8 days on, 6 days off, 10-hour shifts
• Safety sensitive position: Yes
• Application deadline: February 20, 2026

• Provide direction and support in the areas of labour relations, labour legislation interpretation, collective agreement application, labour policies, practices and procedures
• Liaise and coordinate Labour Relations matters with all contractors, unions, and labour relations associations
• Take on a supportive role in labour/employee relations issue prevention and/or resolution
• Build and maintain relationships with key external organizations, institutions, associations, and governmental agencies that affect labour/employee relations
• Act as an LR resource both internally and externally, with a focus on developing, advising and coaching
• Proactively plan and strategize effective project management for key activities like turnarounds
• Provide expertise and advice on collective agreements, union negotiations, grievances and arbitration
• Create, implement and oversee effective LR policies and procedures

• Human Resources education degree or diploma, with a specialization in Labour Relations
• 7+ years of LR/HR related work experience
• Working knowledge of Employment Standards and Federal Labour relations practices for Alberta
• Experience working with the complexities of unionized work environment
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships through a collaborative, tactful methodology
• CPHR is an asset

• Competitive salary, stock options, company matched stock savings plan, annual bonuses
• 100% Employer paid extended Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
• May be eligible for relocation pursuant to Canadian Natural’s Relocation Policy
• May be eligible for additional premiums
• Company Sponsored Fly-In/Fly-Out from Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta
• First class camp facilities
• Health & Wellness Spending Account
• Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
• Employee & Family Assistance Program

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We are proud to be ranked as one of Forbes' Canada's Best Employers in 2025 and 2026.

We invest in your career through offering a culture that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right, with fun and integrity.

We commenced business in 1989 with a handful of employees and modest production, but today we employ more than 10,000 people and produce over 1 million BOE/d.

Social responsibility is a critical element of our commitment to responsible operations and part of our success and pride as a Company. We are committed to investing in the communities where we live and work, creating shared value along the way.

We strive to share Company success with all employees through a comprehensive total compensation package.

Our stories demonstrate the strong culture that exists at Canadian Natural – one that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right, with fun and integrity.

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All candidates applying to Canadian Natural must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

While we appreciate all applications we receive, kindly note only candidates under consideration will be contacted.