Job Description

Job Category: Human Resources
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Position Summary:
Are you energized about the prospect of partnering with multiple stakeholders and thrive in an environment where you have the opportunity to make an impact as a Labour Relations professional on a growing business? Are you excited about collaborating with great leaders, team members and being part of a dynamic team? Don't miss the opportunity to be a part of the Labour Relations/Human Resources team at Great Canadian Entertainment.
The Senior Labour Relations Advisor is an expert in understanding and administering collective agreements and will provide advice and guidance to Human Resources and Operations teams with proper interpretation and application of such. They will be responsible for all labour relations matters, including participating in the collective bargaining process, grievance resolution and communication with union representatives. This position plays an integral role in fostering a collaborative relationship with the union, its representatives, and its membership. The Senior Labour Relations Advisor must be able to work independently using sound judgement and discretion while providing timely and accurate advice on labour relations matters that impact the operations. They will be strong problem solvers, solution providers, and have the ability to analyze from a micro and high-level lens.
This role will report to the Director, Labour Relations.
Key Accountabilities:

• Ensure that a constructive, collaborative, and transparent labour relations environment is maintained at assigned unionized locations.
• Provide guidance to the Human Resources team members and managers with respect to proactively addressing potential labour relations issues and resolving grievances in a timely manner.
• Actively foster productive relations between the Company, the Union and team members.
• Advise sites as required to ensure compliance with relevant legislation.
• Play a key role in preparing for the collective bargaining process, including developing the collective bargaining strategy, assisting the business to formalize the mandate, researching recently negotiated agreements and current labour relations trends, including drafting of bargaining agenda, proposed language, tentative and memorandum of agreements
• Collect, analyze, and interpret information such as case law, relevant precedence, and arbitral jurisprudence to assist the Company in addressing differences in interpreting collective agreements or other documents of record.
• Prepare for, and where required represent, the Company (with the assistance of legal) at arbitrations and mediations.
• Assist the labour relations team to create and deliver labour relations training, including site education on collective agreement changes.
• Assist HR where required to draft communications, including grievance resolutions, settlements and memorandums.
• Provide guidance and consultation around managing change that impacts unionized team members.
• Manage and continue to enhance database that houses all Labour Relations matters and assist sites in its usage
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education and Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of labour relations or relevant management experience.
• Degree and/or diploma in Labour Relations or Industrial Relations from a recognized post-secondary institution, or a combination of relevant education and experience.
• Strong understanding of labour relations practices, effective relationship management with the union and the collective bargaining process.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable employment related and labour legislation, including leading labour laws and human rights decisions.
• Experience conducting disciplinary investigations and resolving grievances.
• Computer literacy in all applications of MS Office; HRIS experience an asset.
• Process development experience
• Able to successfully obtain a criminal record check through the Alcohol & Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) and Gaming Policy and Enforcement Branch (GPEB)

About Us:
GREAT ENTERTAINMENT. GREAT PEOPLE. GREAT INVESTMENT. GREAT CANADIAN.
Since our inception in 1982, Great Canadian has grown to be one of the largest and most dynamic gaming and entertainment companies in Canada. With 25 properties across Ontario, British Columbia, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick, our facilities include over 16,000 slot machines, 575 table games, 71 dining amenities and over 500 hotel rooms. Working closely alongside our crown agency partners, our team of ~8,000 strive to offer the very best gaming, entertainment, dining, and hospitality experiences.
Our Vision is to be the leading gaming, entertainment, and hospitality company in our chosen markets by providing superior entertainment value and exceptional experiences.
Our Mission is to provide outstanding experiences to our guests, rewarding opportunities for our team, and superior value to our shareholders.
What's in it for you?

• We have an inclusive and collaborative working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity, and celebrates success!
• We provide you with the tools and technology needed to delight your clients!
• You'll get to work with and learn from diverse industry leaders, who have hailed from top organizations around the world.
• Freedom to Innovate: supports new and better ways to be successful.
• Be your Authentic Self: environment that values diversity as a source of strength.
• This isn't your typical "corporate" job. We work hard and we have fun!

The only thing we don't play games with.....is your career!
Great Canadian Entertainment is committed to promoting an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to employing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities in which we live and serve.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability.
Please note that due to the volume of applications, only those under consideration will be contacted for an interview.
Thank you for your interest in Great Canadian Entertainment!