Posted 19 days ago
Specialist Labour Relations
@ Canada Post - Postes Canada
Montréal, Quebec
Overview
Canada Post is hiring a Specialist, Labour Relations (Field) in Montreal on a one-year temporary contract, with possible extension or permanency. The role advises plant and divisional management on collective agreements, handles grievances after first level and arbitration, and runs the grievance management system. The posting states a hybrid arrangement with two office days per week and requires bilingual proficiency (BBBB).
Responsibilities:
- Conseiller la direction sur l'interprétation des conventions collectives
- Traiter les griefs après le premier niveau et participer aux arbitrages
- Administrer le système de gestion des griefs (GMS)
- Assurer le suivi des processus de consultation régionale et des appels CSPAAT
- Maintenir des liens avec le Siège social et les contacts externes
Requirements summary:
- Diplôme universitaire en relations industrielles ou programme postsecondaire pertinent
- 1 à 3 ans d'expérience fonctionnelle pertinente
- Un an ou plus d'expérience en milieu syndiqué (un atout)
- Connaissance du Code canadien du travail et des conventions collectives de Postes Canada
- Bilinguisme intermédiaire, à l'oral et à l'écrit (niveau BBBB)
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-18
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-19
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Human resources |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English, French |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Industrial relations, Labour relations |
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Canada Post - Postes Canada
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As the country's postal service and leading ecommerce delivery company, we’re committed to serving Canadians and Canadian businesses, working for the greener good, and delivering a stronger Canada. We are the only delivery organization with the network and commitment to serve all of the more than 17 million addresses across Canada. We operate the largest retail network in Canada, with almost 5,900 post offices in every corner of the country. Our nearly 68,000 employees connect us with Canadians and are proud to serve the communities where they live and work. Canadians are at the heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to meeting their rapidly evolving needs and expectations. Our purpose, A Stronger Canada – Delivered, is anchored in our commitment to provide a service all Canadians can count on; demonstrate environmental and social leadership; and create a safe and welcoming workplace for all employees. En tant que service postal et chef de file de la livraison des colis du cybercommerce au pays, nous sommes déterminés à servir la population et les entreprises d’ici, et à être porteurs d’un Canada plus fort et plus vert. Grâce à notre réseau de livraison inégalé, nous avons la responsabilité de servir plus de 17 millions d’adresses d’un océan à l’autre. Avec près de 5 900 bureaux de poste, nous exploitons le plus vaste réseau de vente au détail au pays. Nos gens – quelque 68 000 employées et employés – servent fièrement les collectivités où ils vivent et travaillent, et nous relient à la population. Les Canadiennes et les Canadiens sont au cœur de tout ce que nous faisons, et nous mettons tout en œuvre pour répondre à leurs besoins et à leurs attentes qui évoluent rapidement. Notre raison d’être, Porteurs d’un Canada plus fort, repose sur notre volonté d’offrir un service sur lequel tout le monde peut compter, de faire preuve de leadership en matière d’environnement et de responsabilité sociale, et de créer un milieu de travail sécuritaire et accueillant.
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As the country's postal service and leading ecommerce delivery company, we’re committed to serving Canadians and Canadian businesses, working for the greener good, and delivering a stronger Canada. We are the only delivery organization with the network and commitment to serve all of the more than 17 million addresses across Canada. We operate the largest retail network in Canada, with almost 5,900 post offices in…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Freight and Package Transportation |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Ottawa, Ontario |
| Organization type | Government Agency |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 606 |
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Job Requisition Id: 204081
Business Function: Labour Relations
Primary City: Montreal
Other Location(s):
Province: Quebec
Employment Type: Full-Time
Employment Status: Term - Temporary 1-year contract, possibility of extension and/or permanency
Language Requirement: Bilingual Imperative (BBBB)
Employee Class and Level: CPMGA01
Number of Vacancies 2
Job Closing Date (YYYY-MM-DD): 2026-11-25
Job Description
Facilitates Labour Relations activities within the assigned area and provides specialist advice and guidance to business partner’s plant/divisional management in the interpretation, application and administration of Collective Agreements, policies and procedures consistent with corporate directives. Maintains workable interrelationships between employee unions, associations at the regional level and appropriate representatives of management within the terms of the Collective Agreements and the Canada Labour Code. Undertakes grievance resolution after the 1st level with a major focus being the arbitration process. Promotes the development and maintenance of effective labour/management relationships conductive to operational, administrative and service efficiency. Advises the Manager of potential disruptive issues or activities which may arise in the labour force and makes recommendations to avoid or resolve same.
Job Responsibilities
Below are the main job requirements and responsibilities for the Specialist, Labour Relations (Field).
• Provides, in accordance with National policy, Labour Relations Services in a highly labour intensive, mechanized, fast changing and politically sensitive environment, consisting of a large number of employees represented by a variety of unions and bargaining agents.
• Provides specialist advice, guidance and support to the business partners in the interpretation, application, and administration of Collective Agreement(s) along with changes to collective agreement(s) or national policies. Advises on the handling of grievances, conciliation or arbitration cases, and is required to present or assist in arbitration cases.
• Consults with regional union / management representatives on matters relating to working conditions, disciplinary issues and problem resolution.
Job Responsibilities (continued)
• Handles grievance procedures after the 1st level in a timely and effective manner to ensure speedy resolution of employee problems or concerns.
• Administration of the grievance management system (GMS). Ensures proper documentation is collected and recorded in the system.
• Integrates and monitors the business processes for regional consultations, grievance management, arbitration, WCB appeals within the operating area. Links with Head Office ensuring the universal application of Head Office developed policy.
• Maintains a network of internal and external contacts to regularly benchmark and remain current on future trends and developments related to labour relations programs, policies and strategies. Participates in HR associations and events, in order to remain current and promote the CPC brand.
Qualifications
Education
• University degree in Industrial Relations OR University degree with commensurate experience in Labour/Industrial Relations. Alternatively, a completed post-secondary school education program (including courses related to Labour Relations) and commensurate experience (including equivalent knowledge and ability in Labour/Industrial Relations)
Experience
• 1 to 3 years of relevant functional experience
• One or more years of experience in a unionized environment an asset
Other Candidate Requirements
• Knowledge of Labour Relations, Human Resources, Mail Operations, Collection and Delivery, Marketing and Retail Operations
• Knowledge of labour/management principles, the Canada Labour Code, the Canada Labour Relations Board process, Canada Post collective agreements, Canada Post Health and Safety programs, the Worker’s Compensation Process and the Canada Post Act. Also familiarity with provincial labour regulations, collective agreements and various labour organizations
Other Information
- Temporary assignment for a period of one (1) year, with the possibility of extension or permanency. This job posting will be used to establish a pool of qualified candidates and to create an eligibility list for future opportunities.
This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, currently requiring two (2) days per week in the office. This arrangement is subject to change based on organizational needs.
This position require intermediate bilingual proficiency (level BBBB), both written and oral.
Canada Post’s values and behaviours
Our Values - Trust, Respect and Deliver represent our fundamental promise to ourselves, our expectations of one and another and our shared duty to our country.
Our behaviours – Make the call, Know the destination, Deliver for others, Ignite our pride; embody our values, bringing them to life and guiding our actions.
We’re committed to living these values and practicing these behaviours every day. Learn more about the values and behaviours by visiting the Canada Post website.
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