Labour Relations Specialist

4 weeks ago


Sault Ste Marie, Ontario, Canada Algoma Steel Full time
About Algoma Steel

Algoma Steel is a leading manufacturer of hot and cold rolled steel sheet and plate products, based in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. With a proud history and a commitment to innovation, we are transitioning to electric arc steelmaking technology to produce green steel products and reduce our environmental footprint.

The Role

We are seeking a Labour Relations Specialist to provide expertise and advice to all levels of management at Algoma Steel. This role will act as the day-to-day liaison/partner between Human Resources (HR) and the rest of the organization for Labour Relations.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Advise and assist managers, supervisors, employees, and the HR team on the interpretation and application of collective agreements, employment legislation, employee conduct rules, and other relevant employment issues.
  2. Meet regularly with union officers, department managers, and HR Business Partners to ensure administrative requirements within collective agreements are fulfilled and to address deficiencies as required.
  3. Provide timely and accurate counsel to managers, supervisors, and HRBPs on issues related to the administration of the grievance procedure and provide proactive assistance to identify and resolve employee concerns to pre-empt grievances.
  4. Conduct investigations, summarize findings, and recommend and implement solutions related to formal complaints (harassment complaints) consistent with procedural requirements in collective agreements and relevant employment legislation.
  5. Lead processes and provide coaching on all matters, including performance management, attendance management, conflict resolution, problem-solving, and discipline.
  6. Partner with client groups on various HR processes, such as workplace redesign, organizational structure, lines of sequence, scheduling, health and safety.
  7. Prepare for and attend arbitration cases.
  8. Assist in contract negotiations by researching issues and providing relevant information and support throughout the process.
  9. Ensure the company complies with relevant provisions of the Labour Relations Act, Employment Standards Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, and the Human Rights Code.
  10. Member of various joint committees, including Seniority and Union-Management Committees.
  11. Will become an expert on Algoma Steel's collective agreements.
  12. Must stay current with employment legislation and arbitral case law.
  13. Create training decks and lead training sessions/focus groups.
  14. Lead special projects.
Requirements
  1. University degree or college diploma in Business or a related field, with specialization or additional coursework in Human Resources.
  2. Labor Relations experience in a unionized environment, including collective agreement administration, conflict resolution, grievance management, and arbitration preparation.
  3. Heavy manufacturing industry experience is an asset.
  4. Excellent working knowledge of the Labour Relations Act, the Employment Standards Act, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and the Human Rights Code.
  5. Experience in educating and supporting key organizational stakeholders on collective agreements.
  6. Enthusiastic about leading, facilitating, and participating in process improvements, including IT automation.
  7. Good personal computer skills, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and HRIS. Experience with SAP is an asset.
  8. Excellent analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
  9. Experience facilitating solutions with employees at all levels.
  10. Must be able to work on a team and be a valuable and contributing team player.
What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary, a discretionary Performance Bonus Plan, an Extended Health Benefits Package, and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage diversity in our workplace. Accommodation is available for applicants with a disability. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.



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