Labour Relations Specialist

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When applicable, Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies. 

At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. We have been successful in setting the highest standards by putting our people at the heart of it all, and defining excellence, together.

Working at Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day, you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in our industry and beyond. By prioritizing employee growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the best work happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise. 

With our employees’ well-being top of mind, we offer a comprehensive and competitive Benefits Program, which includes the following: 

• Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more) 
• Retirement savings plan 
• Employee Assistance Program
• Act as counsel support for Human Resource Business Partners (HRBPs) and our managers on all matters relating to Labour Relations matters for unionized employees.
• Manage and resolve complex employee and Labour Relations issues.
• Conducts effective, objective and comprehensive investigations.
• Interpret, guide and apply collective agreements to the business on all employee / Labour Relations inquiries, including policies, grievance/arbitration procedures, corrective action, and any other collective agreement stipulations.
• Partner with business in providing leaders with skills, trainings, methodologies and overall coaching to expertly manage employees, both unionized and non-unionized.
• Maintain knowledge of multiple business units’ operations and its strategic role within the organization. 
• Thorough knowledge of employment related laws and regulations with the ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, and policies.
• Ensure the implementation of all Labour Relations processes.
• Champion the development and implementation of the People Strategy and Strategic Plan for Human Resources in support of the business as it relates to Labour Relations 
• Collaborate with management regarding communication of departmental objectives, development, and implementation of policies and initiatives.
• Provide day to day Labour Relation guidance to line management and production operators.
• Participate in ongoing HR initiatives and projects to enhance HR services to the business, including management of workforce planning.
• Ensure the preparation of various files such as: grievances, arbitrations, negotiation of collective agreements.
• Participation to the bargaining process for CBA renewal as it relates to support needs at the negotiations tables.

How to thrive in this role?

• You have at least ten (10) years of progressive experience within an HR and/or Labour Relations Advisor capacity (or similar title) in a unionized manufacturing environment. 
• You possess a bachelor’s degree in Industrial Relations or related field.
• You have proven experience working in a labour environment with a union represented employee population.
• You have computer skills necessary to operate MS Suite and navigate web-based applications.
• You have excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills as well as the ability to adjust communication to the level of the listener.
• You have strong communication, problem solving, and leadership skills necessary to effectively work with a variety of individuals and departments.
• You possess the skills to engage effectively with various stakeholders, using persuasive communication and negotiation skills to influence decision-making processes and outcomes.
• You demonstrate the ability to lead and inspire change within the organization, ensuring that changes are well-received and effectively implemented.
• You are a team player, change agent, project manager and you can manage several demanding clients simultaneously.
• You have a strong attention to detail with the ability to work independently.
• You are highly organized and can translate data into actionable insights, strategies and sound HR business related decisions. 
• You are a strategic thinker and good listener who works well under pressure and prioritizes tasks to meet deadlines.
• You have the skills to remain tactful, calm, and persuasive in controversial, stressful and/or confrontational situations and able to coach others to do the same.
• Presence is required on site.

Please note: You don’t need all the skills, knowledge, and experience listed for this position! We’re not looking for the perfect candidate, we’re looking for great talent and resourcefulness.

Bombardier is an equal opportunity employer and encourages persons of any race, religion, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, immigration status, disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics to apply.

Job Labour Relations Specialist

Primary Location Global 5500/6500

Organization Aerospace Canada

Shift 

Employee Status Regular

Requisition 4767 Labour Relations Specialist