Labour Relations Manager

BWXT Canada Ltd. (BWXT Canada) has over 60 years of expertise and experience in the design, manufacturing, commissioning and service of nuclear power generation equipment. This includes steam generators, nuclear fuel and fuel components, critical plant components, parts and related plant services. BWXT Canada’s subsidiary, BWXT Medical Ltd. (BWXT Medical) provides its customers, who conduct life-saving medical procedures for patients around the world, the benefit of decades of experience in the development, manufacturing, packaging and delivery of medical isotopes and radiopharmaceuticals. Headquartered in Cambridge, Ontario, BWXT in Canada has approximately 1,800 employees at locations in Peterborough, Toronto, Arnprior, Brampton, Port Elgin, Owen Sound, Kanata and Oakville, Ontario and Vancouver, British Columbia. BWXT Canada is a subsidiary of BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT). Follow us on Twitter @BWXT and learn more atwww.bwxt.com.

Join our dynamic team as a Labour Relations Manager and take the lead in driving strategic labour relations initiatives at our manufacturing plants in Cambridge and Owen Sound. You will play a critical role in fostering collaboration between the company and the United Steelworkers (USW) union, ensuring smooth operations and a positive workplace culture.
 

Key Responsibilities

• Labour Relations Leadership: Act as the primary liaison with the United Steelworkers, overseeing collective bargaining, grievance processes, and arbitrations.
• Grievance Resolution: Manage and lead timely, impartial investigations into workplace incidents and complaints, ensuring adherence to labour laws.
• Collective Bargaining: Lead collective bargaining efforts, including strategy development, proposal preparation, and serving as the company spokesperson.
• Union Relations: Build and maintain strong working relationships with union leaders to resolve disputes and enhance labour-management relations.
• Workforce Planning: Partner with HR and operations teams to assess staffing needs and oversee the hiring process for union roles.
• Team Leadership: Mentor and support a team of four direct reports, driving a positive and accountable work environment.
• Compliance and Reporting: Stay up to date on labour legislation and provide regular reports to senior management on labour trends and grievance activities.

Qualifications

• Experience: 7+ years of experience in labour relations, with expertise in grievance handling, arbitration, and collective bargaining.
• Education: A degree in Human Resources, Labour Relations, or a related field is required. A Master's in Industrial Relations (MIR) is an asset.
• Skills: Proven leadership in change management, conflict resolution, workforce planning, and labour law compliance.
• Union Experience: Prior experience with United Steelworkers (USW) or similar unions is preferred.
• Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to manage complex negotiations and foster positive union relationships.

Why Join Us?
We offer a collaborative, high-impact role where your expertise will help shape the future of our labour relations strategy. You’ll have the opportunity to drive meaningful change and contribute to a positive and productive workplace.

The base salary range for this position in Ontario at the start of employment is expected to be between $107,000 and $156,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment.

Learn more about how BWXT employs nuclear technology to solve some of the world’s most important problems. BWXT’s capabilities video showcases our innovation in commercial nuclear power, addressing climate change, as well as our advanced nuclear medicine products treating patients around the world. We are People Strong. Innovation Driven.

BWXT Canada Ltd. embraces diversity of thought, values individuality, encourages new perspectives and provides equal opportunity in employment for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability, or any other category protected by provincial law. BWXT Canada is committed to fostering an accessible, fair, and inclusive environment where all employees are able to access goods while being respected and supported. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made. If you require information in a format that is accessible to you, please contact Human Resources. 

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