Director, Labor Relations

Clean Harbors; Deer Park (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 30 days

Group 401K with company matching

Growth opportunities

Generous paid time off

Company-paid training

Tuition reimbursement

Safe work environment

Job summary

Clean Harbors is seeking a Director, Labor Relations to oversee all labor relations activities, including collective bargaining, contract administration and policy development. The role involves negotiation, training and collaboration with HR and legal teams to address labor-related challenges and ensure a fair workplace.

The ideal candidate brings extensive labor relations and employment law experience, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to travel up to 50%+ as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Labor Relations, HR, or related field.
• 10+ years of Labor Relations experience.
• Excellent negotiation and influencing skills.
• Strong research and data analysis capabilities.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Excel; strong analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Sits first chair in contract negotiations for all labor contracts.
• Collaborates with site management on labor relations issues; mediate disputes and ensure policy/CA compliance.
• Build good relationships with union leadership, supervisors, HR staff.
• Communicate labor laws, regulations, and policies to managers and employees.
• Prepare and conduct labor relations training programs.
• Participate in union campaign response coordination.
• Conduct needs assessments and develop training curricula for managers.
• Monitor and report labor relations trends and events.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Research & data analysis

Oral & written communication

Analytical abilities

Execution in collaborative environment

Regulatory knowledge

Labor relations & employment law

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Labor Relations/ Human Resources/Related field

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Reporting into the Senior Director of Labor Relations, the Director, Labor Relations is responsible for oversight and management of all aspects of the labor relations portfolios within the organization. Develops and implements strategies to promote positive relations between management and labor unions. Responsible for ongoing labor management resolutions, collective bargaining and labor contract administration. Will formulate labor and employment policy development and training. Negotiates collective bargaining agreements, resolves disputes, and ensures compliance with labor laws and regulations. Works closely with HR and legal teams to address labor-related challenges and promote a fair and equitable workplace for all employees.

Why work for Clean Harbors?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment
• Group 401K with company matching component
• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
• Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement
• Positive and safe work environments

Responsibilities

• Ensures Health and Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes and acting in a safe manner at all times.
• Collaborates with site management on handling labor relations issues; Research, evaluate and mediate labor issues that may result in unfair labor practices, arbitrations/mediations and labor litigation; Recommend and implement appropriate actions in accordance with Company policy and Collective Bargaining Agreements;
• Build good working relationships with union leadership, supervisors, line managers, business unit leaders and HR/Labor staff;
• Communicate and ensure understanding of labor laws, regulations and organizational policies and answer questions by managers and employees as needed;
• Sits first chair in contract negotiations for all labor contracts;
• Prepare and conduct labor relations training programs and provide union awareness plans;
• Participates in boots on the ground coordination of union campaign response;
• Conducts needs assessment, develop training curriculum and conduct training sessions to assist managers in preventing labor relations issues;
• Monitor and report highlights of labor relations trends, developments, and events.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Labor Relations/ Human Resources/Related field required;
• 10+ Years of Labor Relations experience;
• Excellent negotiation skills and ability to influence others;
• Ability to research, identify relevant information, and analyze data to arrive at valid conclusions and support recommendations and plans of action;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Exceptional analytical abilities and adept in MS Excel;
• Strong execution abilities that drive results in a collaborative environment;
• Requires detailed knowledge of national, state or provincial, and local government statutes, regulations, and mandates applicable to the assigned human resources functions;
• Experience in labor relations and employment law, including practical experience with the administrative agencies and courts that regulate the employment environment;
• Experience with Canadian labor relations is a bonus;
• Ability to travel 50%+.

40-years of sustainability in action. At Clean Harbors, our mission is to create a safer, cleaner environment through the treatment, recycling, and disposal of hazardous materials. Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology – come be part of the solution with us.

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.

Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [e-mail] or 1-844-922-5547.

Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.

Please be advised that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support certain stages of the recruitment process but are not used as a replacement for human decision making.

Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

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