Human Resources / Employee Relations Manager
- Location: Vancouver
- Posting Date: April 16, 2024
- Job Order ID: 985822
- Consultant: Eric Floyd
- Industry: Human Resources
What you will be doing:
- Develop and implement employee relations strategies and policies to promote a positive work environment and foster a culture of trust and respect, adhering to both federal and provincial regulations.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for employee relations matters, providing guidance, support, and conflict resolution assistance to employees, union representatives, and management.
- Act as a member of the employer's bargaining committee, participating in collective bargaining negotiations, contract administration, and the interpretation of collective agreements.
- Investigate and resolve employee complaints, grievances, and conflicts
- Conduct thorough investigations into workplace issues
- Collaborate with HR partners, legal counsel, and union representatives to ensure compliance with the Canada Labour Code, provincial regulations, collective agreements, and other relevant statutes.
- Oversee recruitment and onboarding processes
- Manage employee performance evaluation processes
- Develop and deliver training programs
- Partner with management to address employee performance issues
- Analyze employee feedback and engagement survey data to identify trends and areas for improvement and develop strategies to enhance employee satisfaction and retention
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
- CPHR designation required.
- 5+ years of progressive experience in employee relations and HR management, preferably in a federally regulated environment with exposure to provincial regulations and collective bargaining.
- Strong understanding of the Canada Labour Code, provincial labour laws, collective agreements, and collective bargaining processes.
- Demonstrated experience as a member of an employer's bargaining committee, with a track record of successful collective bargaining negotiations.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with employees, union representatives, and management.
- Proven ability to conduct thorough investigations, resolve complex employee relations issues, and implement effective solutions.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS software; experience with employee relations case management systems is a plus.