Employee & Labour Relations Advisor

1 week ago


Vancouver, Canada Pacific National Exhibition Full time

**Job Description**:
**Full-Time; Permanent**

**Date Posted: June 13**th**, 2024**

**Who we are**

The Pacific National Exhibition is an iconic institution in BC, famous for bringing generations of people together to celebrate and build memories. This 114-year-old, non-profit organization has an annual operating budget of over $70 million dollars and generates revenue through four activity streams: the 15-day annual summer Fair and winter Fair which average more than 700,000 people annually, Playland amusement park which welcomes 400,000 guests annually including Fright Nights, and a busy year-round portfolio of events including concerts, trade shows and film, cultural and community events. In total we bring over 2 million people through the site each year. The fourth activity stream is park care and facility maintenance. The PNE is proud of the work it does at Hastings Park and has a vibrant team that is passionate about events, guest experience and delivering memorable experiences.

At the PNE, we strive to create an environment that reflects our organization’s core values: Enthusiasm, Excellence and Evolution. With a focus on these core values, we are committed to achieving our mission which is to “Deliver Memorable Experiences” for all who interact with the PNE whether it is our guests, our employees or the community.

**Why join our Team?**
- Exhilarating and fun-loving culture
- Flexible work environment
- Opportunity for free or discounted tickets to shows, events, sports games, and much more
- Staff discounts for Playland, The Fair, and Fright Nights, as well as all PNE Food Stands
- Competitive compensation package
- Opportunity to create lasting memories and friendships

***What will you do in this role?**

In your role as our Employee & Labour Relations Advisor, your primary accountabilities will be to:

- Manage employee & labour relations issues including but not limited to employee investigations, advising on disciplinary issues, developing and compiling documentation, and reviewing employee personnel files.
- Promote, encourage and foster a positive and cooperative labour relations environment amongst Union representatives, management and employee groups.
- Manage the grievance process under the guidance of the Director and provide advice and assistance to management throughout the grievance process, ensuring expedient handling, resolution, and documentation of all grievances.
- Investigate and respond to queries or issues raised by managers, employees, and union representatives, and provide recommendations and strategies for resolution.
- Ensure implementation and compliance of negotiated terms and conditions of the collective agreement required and in accordance with the agreement.
- Oversee claims and disability management programs including: WorkSafe BC, Short Term Disability & Long Term Disability; coordinate return to work plans for employees as required.
- Oversee attendance management program and manage medical and personal leaves of absence.
- Update and support the development and roll-out of PNE policies and procedures as required.
- Perform other related duties/responsibilities as assigned.

**What else?**
- An undergraduate degree or diploma in Business or Human Resources; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- A minimum of 3-5 years of Human Resources experience; including 2 years of experience in labour relations and disability claims management.
- Must have previous HR experience in a diverse unionized environment.
- Knowledge of human resource practices, collective agreement administration, applicable statuses and regulations, employment law and WorkSafeBC.
- Ability to foster effective working relationships with peers, employees, and union representatives
- Willing to go above and beyond, is a team player and exudes positivity.
- Strong planning, organizational, analytical and administrative skills are required.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines, in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent analytical, problem solving and decision-making abilities.
- Strong verbal communication and business writing skills required.

**Who are you?**
- Organized
- Methodical
- Proactive
- Skillful communicator
- Critical thinker
- Self-Starter

**Where and when to APPLY?**

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