Labour Relations Consultant

A leader in post-secondary education, Fanshawe College is a comprehensive college that provides flexible learning arrangements and experiential education and opportunities developed in response to labour market needs.  Focused on strategic growth and expansion, and providing a premier learning experience for students, the college is currently seeking a Manager, Benefits and Compensation.

One of Ontario’s largest colleges – with campuses in London, Simcoe, St. Thomas and Woodstock – Fanshawe serves close to half a million people with a promise to educate, engage, empower and excite.

We offer more than 200 degree, diploma, certificate and apprenticeship programs to 43,000 students each year, helping people unlock their potential and achieve success in a variety of disciplines including applied arts, business, health care, human services, hospitality and technology.

Fanshawe also plays an important role in providing re-skilling and skill upgrading opportunities for mature learners through the design and delivery of custom training for federally and provincially sponsored trainees, community organizations, sectoral training councils and private sector employers in the business, health, industrial and services sectors.

THE POSITION

Reporting to the Chief Human Resources Officer, Labour Relations (LR), the Labour Relations Consultant is accountable for related LR functions which support the College's strategic plan. The incumbent provides timely and professional advice and guidance to management and administration regarding LR issues and anticipates and ensures that managers are aware of College policies, procedures and legislative requirements pertaining to managing Labour Relations issues. The incumbent is responsible for interpreting and providing advice to all levels of management on matters pertaining to the collective agreements, including managing the grievance process and collective agreement compliance. The Consultant also provides support to the Chief Human Resources Officer as required.

The College is committed to the safety and well-being of all staff, students and visitors. In order to achieve this objective, employees are required to be active in health and safety and incident prevention by adhering to procedures and safe work practices as required by the corporate health and safety management system, and in accordance with relevant Health and Safety legislation and regulations.  

REQUIREMENTS

• 3 year post-secondary degree or equivalent in such disciplines as Human Resources Management, Industrial Relations, Labour Relations, or Business with a HR/LR major
• CHRL designation is desirable
• 7 years Human Resources experience with at least 5 years in Labour Relations
• Specialist knowledge in Labour Relations combined with significant experience/skills in Human Resources
• Strong dispute resolution and negotiations skills
• Excellent research, analytical, and problem solving skills
• Excellent planning and organizational skills and excellent communication skills required
• Above average computer literacy is required

How to Apply:

For more information and how to apply, please visit the Fanshawe College website at:  https://jobs.fanshawec.ca/applicants/jsp/shared/Welcome_css.jsp  

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be acknowledged.

Fanshawe College is an equal opportunity employer.  We are committed to equity, value diversity, and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Fanshawe College provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, the hiring manager and the Recruitment Coordinator leading the recruitment will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.