Labour Relations Advisor

Your Future is Bright

At Canadian North, we don't just fly planes, we connect people, deliver essential goods, and support 25 northern communities that rely on us every day. Whether you're on the ground or in the air, working with us means being part of something bigger.

You'll help strengthen communities, honor Indigenous cultures, and bring vital services to some of the most remote and remarkable places in Canada. 

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Purpose-Driven Work – Your skills keep northern communities connected


• Competitive Pay & Benefits – Comprehensive medical, dental, and retirement plan


• Discounted Travel + Free Travel Passes – Enjoy worldwide flight privileges after probation


• Career Growth – Build your aviation career with the trusted airline of the Arctic

Total Rewards & Employee Benefits

We’re committed to offering a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, security, and future.

• Extended health, dental, and life insurance (after 1 month)


• Short- & long-term disability coverage (after 1 month)


• Retirement savings plan (after 6 months)


• Travel privileges with Canadian North (after 1 month) and partner airlines (after 6 months)


• Cargo shipping privileges (per company policy)


• Opportunities for advancement within a trusted Canadian airline

ABOUT THE POSITION:

Responsible for supporting and assisting the HR team with all LR functions and initiatives. Provides LR services regarding the interpretation, administration, & application of collective agreements and other Employment/LR matters in a multi-unionized environment.

Reports to: Manager, Labour Relations & Employee Relations

*Non-Bargaining

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Must be able to perform, but not limited to, the following duties and responsibilities:

• Assume a vital role towards achievement of our strategic improvement goals that will further enable Canadian North to improve employee satisfaction, enhance customer service and improve organizational effectiveness


• Build and maintain a positive working relationship with Union and Association leadership, with a focus on collaborative problem solving


• Monitor and manage relationships with the unionized work force in a progressive, proactive and non-adversarial manner


• Provide day-to-day support, guidance and advice to managers with respect to employee issues, including performance management, absence management, and progressive discipline towards resolution


• Provide subject matter expertise on the interpretation, administration and application of multiple collective agreements


• Investigate and provide assistance in the resolution of employee-related concerns as required


• Represent Human Resources at disciplinary hearings, grievance hearings and terminations


• Manage the formal grievance process to ensure the timely and effective resolution of all matters in dispute; participate in level 1 grievance hearings


• Assist with the collective bargaining process through research, analysis, record-keeping, coordination of bargaining meetings and the preparation of bargaining documents; participate in negotiations as necessary


• Work in collaboration with the HR team to ensure that the Company needs are met


• Other duties as assigned


• Travel as required

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Include, but not limited to, the following skills and qualifications:

• Experience in supporting a multi-union environment and the administration of collective agreements


• Minimum of 2 years of experience in labour relations in a multi-union environment


• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or a related field or equivalent work experience.


• Proven track record of maintaining positive management/labour relations


• Previous collective bargaining preparation


• Broad working knowledge of federal legislation including the Canada Labour Code, Canadian Human Rights Act, WSIB and Health and Safety legislation


• Strong interpersonal, communication (written & verbal) and conflict resolution skills to deal effectively with multiple stakeholders


• Adept at managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast paced, team-oriented environment while ensuring accuracy, confidentially and effective time management


• Strong client focus and excellent professional judgment


• Sound analytical, problem solving and negotiation skills


• Able to work independently under broad management direction while maintaining interdependence locally and with other departments


• Committed to continuous improvement and display a high level of initiative, creativity and enthusiasm


• Ability to speak Inuktut a definate asset


• Must be proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Internet; experience with Ultipro preferred-


• Ability to obtain and retain an AirportRestricted Area Pass in accordance with the Airport Restricted Area Access Clearance Program regulated by Transport Canada 

Closing date: February 17,  2026