$63.26-$76.89
Reporting to the Director, Labour Relations & Healthy Workplace, the Manager, Labour & Employee Relations will bring a high level of expertise, leadership and support in the areas of Labour Relations. The Manager will work closely with all levels of management, union representatives and employees to establish and maintain a culture of positive and collaborative labour relations. The Manager will lead negotiations with all union groups and will provide expertise when preparing for and representing the organization in mediation and arbitration cases. The Manager will be accountable for day to day labour relations and to develop and enhance operational objectives, corporate goals and values.
Manages the labour and employee relations function including collective bargaining, collective agreement application and administration, grievance and arbitration procedures, workplace complaints process, labour relations training, discipline and discharge, attendance awareness. Manages and leads the Labour Relations team. Supports the CTO in the planning and development of goals, objectives and strategies consistent with the Hospital’s mission and vision. Leads in the development and implementation of relevant policies, procedures, and programs and ensures compliance with all applicable legislation and regulations. Leads CHEO’s collective bargaining team and process. Leads and facilitates labour management meetings. Leads the design and development of labour relations education and training initiatives for management and staff. Monitors performance indicators; i.e. number and type of grievances and other complaints, labour management topic themes, occupational health and safety issues/concerns, employee engagement scores etc. and develops solutions to enable positive outcomes. As part of the HR Management team, contributes to the strategic development of HR programs, policies and processes by developing a progressive, business focused labour relations strategy to reflect current and future needs of the organization. Provides expertise, training and support to all levels of management to ensure the effective management of labour relations issues. Establishes and reports on key performance indicators to measure employee relations success and reports on a regular basis. Performs work in accordance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and all CHEO corporate/department policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety. Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
The successful candidate will embody organizational values and lead with vision, fairness, and integrity, fostering a culture of trust, respect, and accountability. They are skilled in diplomacy and proactive communication, effectively navigating sensitive labour–management issues and building collaboration across departments.
An exceptional communicator, they can explain complex matters clearly to diverse audiences while actively listening and ensuring all voices are respected. They are confident in leading difficult conversations with professionalism and tact.
As a people leader, they provide clear direction, coaching, and support for career growth, while cultivating a safe, inclusive, and high-performing workplace that balances organizational priorities with staff well-being. By modelling resilience under pressure, they set the tone for a respectful, high-performing workplace.
Effective March 29, 2021, CHEO will conduct a more comprehensive pre-screening and evaluation process. This process may include more varied and multidimensional testing such as a written test, practical exam, or other assessment. All candidates who meet the essential and preferred qualifications may be tested.
Bilingualism (French/English) will be validated by a language proficiency assessment conducted by a third party provider. Candidates will be required to meet the minimum linguistic profile prior to the date of hire.
Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at TalentAcquisition@cheo.on.ca. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
CHEO values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process and welcome interest from all qualified applicants.
Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at TalentAcquisition@cheo.on.ca. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
We thank all those who apply, however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.
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