Labour Relations Advisor (Manufacturing)

TL;DR

Labour Relations Advisor (Manufacturing): Providing day-to-day labour relations support for a unionized manufacturing workforce with an accent on collective agreement application and workplace investigations. Focus on managing grievances, coaching leadership through organizational transformation, and implementing LEAN management practices.

Location: Hybrid (Montreal, Canada) - Must be able to work on-site four (4) days per week

Company

Global leader in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide.

What you will do

• Manage labour relations matters, including workplace investigations, disciplinary processes, and grievances.
• Advise managers on the interpretation and application of collective agreements and labour legislation.
• Support disability management, return-to-work programs, and reasonable accommodation processes.
• Analyze labour relations trends and recurring issues to recommend preventive actions and sustainable solutions.
• Prepare and support cases for union meetings, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Collaborate with HR and change management teams to support LEAN manufacturing modernization and organizational transformation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Relations, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in labour relations.
• Proven experience supporting a unionized workforce and applying collective agreements.
• Bilingualism in English and French (both written and spoken).
• Must be based in Montreal and able to work on-site 4 days per week.

Nice to have

• Experience in a manufacturing, operational, or industrial environment.
• Experience supporting organizations undergoing cultural or operational modernization.
• Knowledge of LEAN management principles.
• Experience supporting large employee populations.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team on diverse projects.
• Occasional remote work flexibility based on business requirements.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Competitive employee benefits program.
• Environment where initiatives are recognized and valued.