Manager, Employee & Labour Relations (Pickering)

Job DescriptionWhat makes you outstanding for this role?Be part of HR’s transformation—drive change, spark innovation, and champion exceptional employee experience. You are a strategic, customer‑focused Employee and Labour Relations (ER/LR) leader committed to building positive and productive relationships across the organization. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in shaping ER/LR, disability management, wellness, and health & safety strategies that reflect MPAC’s values and support our people. As a trusted advisor and subject‑matter expert, you will partner with leaders and employees to provide proactive guidance, lead collective bargaining and workplace investigations, and deliver innovative programs that create a healthy, inclusive, and engaged workforce.We have:- A team of highly skilled, dedicated and collaborative staff- Leadership that supports you- An enterprise that embraces change- A work environment that has flexible work locations (including hybrid), hours of work and overall employee wellness supportYou have:- A university degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field - or an equivalent combination of education and experience- 7 years of experience in a progressively responsible labour relations role within a broader public sector agency and/or medium to large sized private or public corporation with unionized workforces, including at least 3 years of program or people leadership experience- Experience in collective bargaining and grievance/arbitration processes- Expertise in developing and managing programs that enhance employee wellness, facilitate workplace accommodations, and ensure successful return to work transitions- Strong leadership skills to coach, mentor, and lead teams- Excellent verbal and written communication, facilitation, and presentation skills- Strong analytical, strategic, and problem‑solving skills with the ability to influence and build trust at all levels- Willingness to travel to head office, field offices and corporate events across Ontario as neededNice to have:- Certified Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) designationWhat you will do:- Lead the development of ER & LR strategies, frameworks, and policies that promote a positive and legally compliant workplace- Manage the collective bargaining process, grievance handling, workplace investigations, and union‑management committees- Provide expert advice to leaders and executives on employee relations, labour disputes, CBA interpretation, and employment legislation- Oversee disability management, workplace accommodations, and return‑to‑work programs, ensuring compliance with legal and organizational requirements- Direct health and safety, wellness, and risk assessment initiatives, including WSIB programs and Joint Health and Safety Committee processes- Partner with HR colleagues and business leaders to align ER/LR strategies with organizational priorities- Develop and deliver training, workshops, and educational tools to strengthen ER/LR knowledge across the organization- Coach and mentor team members, fostering a culture of service excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement- Manage budgets, third‑party service contracts, and business cases to ensure effective resource allocation and operational efficiencyAdditional Information:- Requisition ID: 3057- Existing Vacancy: Yes- Job Type: Non‑Union ManagementLocation: Pickering, ON, CASalary: $108,208 – $135,259 per yearMPAC is committed to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Anti‑Racism.#J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2pdtih