Employee & Labour Relations Advisor

Supply Ontario is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our Human Resources team.
The Employee and Labour Relations Advisor role will be focused on Employee and Labour Relations howeverthe successful candidate will have the responsibility to provide cross coverage for Health, Safety and Wellness as well.

Reporting to the Director, Employee & Labour Relations, Health & Safety, and HR Compliance, this pivotal role will be accountable for providing specialist advice and counsel to Supply Ontario executives, managers, and human resources staff on a broad range of employee and labour relations issues and collective bargaining, working closely with Supply Ontario's union partners, and managing and conducting workplace investigations.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Providing specialist advice, guidance and training in the interpretation, application and administration of collective agreements, and policies and procedures consistent with corporate directives.
• Providing specialist advice and guidance on workplace accommodation.
• Leading the development of best practice employee and labour relations strategies, processes, and corporate policies.
• Providing recommendations and proactive strategies for risk management and remediation.
• Managing and/or conducting confidential workplace investigations.
  
• Developing and producing reports on various employee and labour relations topics including special reports required by the Board of Directors.
• Leading and coordinating the management of grievances and leading the mediation and negotiation of settlements.
  
• Leading collective bargaining preparation and research to ensure a strategic approach to bargaining.
• Representing Supply Ontario in union management committees.
• Promoting the development and maintenance of effective labour/management relationships conducive to operational, administrative, and service efficiency.
• Providing support and coverage to the Health, Safety and Wellness Advisor where required.

Successful candidates will demonstrate the following:

• Degree in Labour Relations, or a related field.
• 4-5 years of experience in labour and employee relations in a multi-union environment preferred.
• Professional certification (CHRP) considered an asset.
• In-depth knowledge of labour relations and collective bargaining, including principles and best practices, current theories and trends, and related provincial and federal legislation and the ability to interpret and apply legislation, collective agreements, policies and arbitration decisions.
• Experience in managing and conducting workplace investigations.
• Strong knowledge of the Human Rights Code, the Employment Standards Act, 2000, the Labour Relations Act, 1995 and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, as well as related regulations and guidelines.
• Knowledge of current best practices and trends in attendance management, performance management, abilities support, accommodation, and modified work programs.
• Knowledge of a broad spectrum of dispute resolution and workplace investigation processes and techniques, and relationship-building strategies including interest-based conflict resolution.
• Proven coaching skills and the ability to maintain the integrity of confidential information.
• Advanced organizational and time management skills with the ability to handle complex problems.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Sharepoint and Teams) and other internal applications, as required.

Supply Ontario offers a competitive compensation package including benefits and defined benefit pension plan.

Please apply by January 20, 2025.

The selected candidate will be required to reside and work in Ontario.

Candidates are required to provide references and complete a criminal background check.
Details will be provided through the application process.

This job offers the opportunity to work from home as part of a hybrid work arrangement; at the time of posting, this position would require in-office presence 3 days per week, based on current operational requirements.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Supply Ontario values inclusivity and diversity in the workplace.
We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds.
We are committed to providing employment practices and accommodation that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Human Rights Code.
If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process including in relation to the materials and processes to be used, please notify Human Resources at Talent Acquisition (CSCO) talentacquisition@supplyontario.ca.

If you request accommodation, Human Resources will consult with you to provide or arrange for suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account your accommodation needs.