Labour Relations Advisor, Human Resources

Please Note: If you are a current Oak Valley Health employee, apply to this job via the internal Workday application.

Land acknowledgement

Oak Valley Health is honoured to provide care on the traditional and treaty territory of the Anishinaabeg, and acknowledge our closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. The land is encompassed within Treaty 13, Treaty 20, and the Williams Treaty.

Today, this area is home to many diverse Indigenous Peoples, and we acknowledge the health disparities and barriers Indigenous Peoples face in accessing care. To support true healing, we are committed to understanding these challenges, learning from Indigenous knowledge, and taking action together to improve safe and equitable health care for current and future generations.

Who you are

• You encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courage

• You are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standard

• You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skills

Posting Closing Date: EOD June 10th

What We Need

We are seeking an experienced Labour Relations Advisor to provide strategic labour relations support across our organization. Reporting to the Manager, Employee & Labour Relations, you will partner closely with leaders, HR colleagues, and union representatives to address complex labour relations matters, mitigate risk, and support organizational priorities.

In this role, you will serve as a trusted advisor to leaders, providing guidance on collective agreement interpretation, grievance resolution, workplace investigations, organizational change, and labour relations best practices. You will play a key role in fostering positive labour-management relationships while supporting a fair, consistent, and legally compliant workplace.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic labour relations advice and coaching to leaders on collective agreement interpretation, employee relations matters, performance management, and workplace investigations.

• Manage complex grievances, mediations, and dispute resolution processes, including preparation for arbitration proceedings.

• Partner with leaders and HR colleagues to identify and address labour relations risks, workplace issues, and emerging trends.

• Support collective bargaining activities, including research, proposal development, negotiations, and implementation of collective agreement changes.

• Advise on organizational restructuring, workforce planning, and change initiatives to ensure compliance with collective agreements and labour legislation.

• Lead or support complex workplace investigations and provide recommendations to mitigate organizational risk.

• Analyze labour relations data and trends to identify opportunities for proactive solutions and continuous improvement.

• Develop and deliver labour relations training, resources, and guidance for leaders and HR teams.

• Contribute to policy development, process improvement initiatives, and organizational projects that enhance labour relations practices.

What you bring to the role

• Undergraduate degree in Human Resources, Labour Relations, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Minimum 3–5 years of progressive labour relations experience within a unionized environment.

• Experience managing complex grievances, investigations, and dispute resolution matters.

• Direct experience supporting or participating in collective bargaining processes.

• Strong knowledge of labour and employment legislation, including the Labour Relations Act, Employment Standards Act, Human Rights Code, and related legislation. Demonstrated ability to provide strategic advice and influence leaders on complex employee and labour relations matters.

• Excellent negotiation, conflict resolution, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Exceptional communication and relationship-building abilities, with strong judgment and professionalism.

• Healthcare sector experience and knowledge of healthcare collective agreements (CUPE, ONA, OPSEU) are considered strong assets.

• CHRL designation, or equivalent advanced labour relations credentials, are preferred.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday

Please note schedules may change due to operational needs.

Compensation

BAND G

$50.41 - $61.89

Who we are

Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario’s leading community healthcare organizations. Across our two hospital sites (Markham and Uxbridge) a Reactivation Care Centre (RCC), a Community Health Centre (CHC), and Hospital-to-Home programs, we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 468,000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services, and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s services. We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).

Our 542 physicians, 35 midwives, over 3,000 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an Honoured to Care mindset, and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond. We are dedicated to providing access to the right care, at the right time, in the right place by the right people and at the right cost.

Oak Valley Health Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging statement

Oak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration and we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of LGBTQ2+ communities, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of Oak Valley Health. Furthermore, Oak Valley Health is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources.

We are honoured to be recognized as one of Forbes Canada's Best Employers for Diversity. We ranked within the top 150 organizations across the country. Learn more about our commitment to EDIB.