42 Employee Relations jobs in Vancouver

Humans of HR is proud to partner with a prominent national organization in the search for a dynamic Labour Relations Manager—a forward-thinking professional ready to lead change across a complex, unionized environment in British Columbia.

This is more than a job—it’s a chance to play a key role in shaping labour relations strategies for a mission-driven organization that touches communities across the province. If you're energized by navigating complex challenges and building trust with diverse stakeholders, this opportunity is for you.

Your Role in This Mission

• Be the Go-To Labour Relations Specialist
• Act as the organization’s lead on all matters related to labour relations in B.C.
• Advise senior leaders and HR partners on interpreting collective agreements, aligning policy with operations, and identifying potential risks.
• Turn organizational goals into labour relations strategies that drive employee engagement and operational continuity.

Own the Bargaining Table

• Lead collective bargaining initiatives from strategic planning through to agreement implementation.
• Represent the organization as the Lead Negotiator, ensuring alignment across executive leadership, communications, and government affairs.
• Foster Strong Union Partnerships
• Serve as the key liaison with union leadership to promote mutual understanding and resolve issues collaboratively.
• Facilitate joint labour-management forums and employee relations councils to maintain constructive, goal-aligned dialogue.

Drive Proactive Labour Relations Practices

• Oversee the grievance and arbitration process, using data and analytics to identify emerging trends and risks.
• Implement tracking systems and reporting tools to support evidence-based decision-making.
• Support and Educate Leaders
• Collaborate with learning and development teams to deliver tailored training for leaders navigating unionized environments.
• Create practical tools and resources that boost leadership confidence and improve the employee experience.

Your Background and Expertise

• Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business, or a closely related field.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive HR experience in unionized settings, with at least 5 years specializing in labour relations.
• Demonstrated experience leading negotiations, resolving grievances, and managing arbitration cases.
• Strong grasp of employment legislation and collective agreement administration in B.C.
• Strategic thinker with a keen ability to assess complex scenarios and recommend thoughtful, impactful solutions.
• Skilled communicator and relationship-builder across all organizational levels.

What’s In It for You

• Competitive salary: $110,000 to $130,000 plus a 15% performance bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package including RRSP matching
• Hybrid working model (Vancouver-based), balancing flexibility with connection
• A collaborative, values-based culture focused on community and impact
• High-visibility leadership role reporting directly to the national Head of Labour Relations—with real influence and room to grow

Job Description

This is a great opportunity to exercise your Labour and Employee Relations experience-- to hit the ground running with a voice in negotiations in collective agreements within the Marine Industry in BC.
British Columbia has one of the most active unionized labour environments in Canada, with a long history of collective bargaining and high grievance activity. Our client has benefited from over a decade of labour peace with their unionized workforce. On behalf of our client we are seeking a net new position to move forward with Employee Relations (ER)  Specialist.

Urgency to Hire:
While the HR Manager and Operations Manager support some of these functions, the current arrangement is stretching their resources too thin. The burden of managing Employee Relations at this time is significant enough to render a net new position and Specialist particularly with collective negotiations starting in September for some of their union agreements. (2 in September see below for details )
Hitting the ground running -the current ER responsibilities will include— grievance management, arbitration preparation, and collective agreement interpretation—handed off from the Director of Operations.

Must Haves:

• 2 to 4 years of experience in labour and employee relations within a unionized environment . Particularly Marine/Rail ideal fit. Total work experience 5 years+

• Must have knowledge of the Canada Shipping Act and Associated Regulations (this is preferred--a lot of the norms that apply to maritime-for example-full medicals required, transport CND vetted, the CND Shipping Act directs employment contracts)

• Previous experience with Maritimes Industry Standards and/regulatory compliance in Federally regulated companies within Canada. Has experience with Canada Labour Code

• Degree in Business, HR, LR or related or equivalent combo experience

• Good presentation abilities, confidence, highly articulate, captivating personality. Ability to deal with personalities of all types with regards to union members and all stakeholders involved in negotiations

• Previous experience in Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA)

Ability to Travel- the initial 2 Collective Agreements will be related to Prince Rupert and there will be travel expected during this period. Mainly the travel is typically to Prince Rupert and annually expected 4-6x per year. Car allowance or mileage will be included. Waiting on the official offering here and will update-do not advertise.
Union- 150 total members in BC. Vancouver 78, Port McNeil 4, Prince Rupert 38. Mainly crew members.  Operate Tug Boats.
Non Union -Technical team aren’t in the union 15-20 but they have another type of agreement. About 40 are salaried and not union.

Job Description

Skeena Gold + Silver Limited is a Canadian mining company with a portfolio of exploration and development projects located in northwest British Columbia, Canada. Our current focus is on the revitalization of the high-grade, past-producing Eskay Creek gold-silver mine. Skeena is committed to leading the industry in reconciliation, diversity, and inclusion and we work in close collaboration with our Indigenous partners, leveraging their traditional knowledge and respect for the land.

As a Skeena employee, you will become part of a dynamic, innovative, and results-driven work environment. Together, alongside colleagues of diverse backgrounds and experience you will help us operate safely, protect the environment, positively contribute to our local communities and build a state of the art mine in Canada. Come join our team to be a part of this amazing opportunity!

Job Title: Community Relations Manager

Reporting directly to the SVP, External Affairs or their designate, this role is responsible for the community relations aspects of Skeena Resources’ projects. The successful candidate will design and implement processes, programs, and communications that deliver positive and sustainable outcomes for communities within Skeena’s area of interest.

The Community Relations Manager serves as the primary community relations resource supporting Skeena’s operational field sites and project development activities. The role involves direct engagement with local organizational partners, municipal governments, and stakeholder groups to develop and execute community relations programs aligned with Skeena’s mission, vision, and values.

Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

Community Relationship Management

• Continuously improve Skeena’s overall relationship with local communities, in keeping with our stated principles and values.
• Develop and implement community relationship strategies and programs that align with Skeena’s values and principles, and support positive brand recognition within Skeena’s catchment of communities of interest.
• Develop a network of influential community contacts within Skeena’s catchment of communities of interest.

Team Leadership & Management

• Carry out management functions for the Community Relations team.
• Identify human resource needs and support the recruitment and retention of team members.
• Develop annual performance objectives and budgets.
• Track performance and budgets and report to senior management.
• Develop and implement measures for the continual improvement of Community Relations functions.
• Support and motivate Community Relations team members to achieve annual performance goals.
• Develop and implement professional development goals for team members.

Communications & Public Engagement

• Participate in and support public communications efforts of the company; review deliverables to ensure alignment with local community expectations and interests.
• Participate in presentations to community groups and municipal governments regarding Skeena operations and future plans.

Internal Collaboration & Support

• Support Skeena’s Human Resources and People & Culture teams to develop strong tracking, analytics, and reporting of employment diversity metrics.
• Provide information to internal teams on community engagement activities including donations, partnership opportunities, outreach programs, training initiatives, and business opportunities.
• Inform Senior Management of any grievances or unresolved issues identified by local community residents, including barriers to employment.
• Make recommendations to the Human Resources team regarding workplace retention of local community residents.
• Support the internal and external reporting of social performance obligations and commitments.

The Ideal Candidate
Education / Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in business administration, social sciences, sustainable community development, social work, sustainability, public health, participatory research, and/or economic development may be considered.

Experience / Skills

• Minimum of 10 years of direct experience in rural communities within Skeena’s catchment of Communities of Interest
• Must have past experience in Mining or other resource extraction industry
• Knowledge and understanding of the culture and history of Northern B.C. Indigenous Nations
• Knowledge of relevant approaches and methodologies with a detailed understanding of social and community issues
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, which includes being comfortable and effective at communicating complex technical knowledge and concepts to other staff, clients, regulatory agencies, and project stakeholders
• Excellent written, and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills, including active listening, public speaking, and dialogue
• Proven ability to identify and manage social risks
• Demonstrated planning, organizing, meeting facilitation and program design experience
• High degree of initiative, self-motivation, accountability, and independent judgment
• Familiarity with relevant BC and federal legislation and regulations (e.g., WorkSafeBC guidelines, Mines Act, Occupational Health and Safety Legislation)
• Adaptable to change, ability to operate in less than perfect conditions and with less than perfect information at times;
• Ability to work with minimal guidance (Must be self-directed)
• Actively seek opportunities to recognize health and safety hazards, resolve safety issues, and work to mitigate associated risks in the workplace
• Must be able to travel independently and safely to remote communities in Northwest BC

Work Location & Conditions

This position will be based out of the successful candidate’s point of hire (home office) and will require frequent travel to communities in Northwestern British Columbia, including Telegraph Creek, Dease Lake, Iskut, Hwy 16 communities from Smithers to Terrace, and Prince George.

All Applicants MUST be legally entitled to work in Canada. Priority hiring consideration will be given to Indigenous Nations members who reside within the territories our projects are located.

Compensation

The expected salary range for this position is CA$100,000- CA$130,000 , in line with the competitive job market for such roles carried out in British Columbia. Salary ranges are guidelines and any job offer received by a candidate will be determined on a number of factors such as relevant education, training, and/or experience.

Job Description

Are you a people person with a passion for building strong relationships and driving business growth? Do you thrive on connecting with professionals and turning conversations into opportunities? If so, we want you on our team!

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Community Relations Manager to play a key role in expanding our client base. 

In this role, you’ll develop, maintain, and expand relationships with key professionals who can refer potential clients to our company. You’ll also play a vital role in exploring and implementing new marketing strategies to enhance our presence and drive business growth. Your success will come from developing, maintaining, and strengthening relationships with key professionals who can refer potential clients to our company. Additionally, you’ll explore and implement innovative marketing strategies to ensure continued growth.

If you have a talent for networking, a strategic mindset, and a drive to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you!

• Identify all local influence centers (hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living, doctors’ offices and other health providers) to determine lead sources.
• Develop and manage new lead sources per blueprint and sales strategy.
• Personally visit and arrange meetings with persons responsible for or in a position to refer clients, this includes private, public and non-profit organizations.
• Utilizes monthly marketing calendar to coordinate activity with national focus. 
• Arrange presentations of Senior Helpers services at staff meetings in hospitals, nursing homes, doctor’s offices and private companies.
• Attend trade shows, conferences, networking events representing Senior Helpers services. Network with others in the industry to develop additional lead sources.
• Assist in coordinating various marketing methods including, direct mail, print ads, networking, and develop new methods of marketing.
• Maintain and manage a (CRM) Customer Relationship Management system.

• Must have excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize in a changing environment.
• Must have excellent phone skills and follow-up skills with prospects and key influence center personnel.
• Proactive problem prevention and issue resolution leadership ability.
• Minimum of one year experience in the home health industry developing and managing a sales strategy.
• Bachelor's degree and three years of related work experience strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Internet, and Outlook required.
• Ability to learn other software programs quickly.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Possession of a valid Class 5 Driver's License in good standing
• Access to a personal, reliable vehicle for work-related travel
• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada (valid work permit and/or Social Insurance Number)
• Availability to attend networking events and meetings as needed.

• Base Salary: $65,000 yearly + commission structure
• Mileage reimbursement for travel related to community outreach and client meetings
• Allowance for work-related expenses
• Health & Dental Benefits
• Paid Vacation

Job Description

Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia is currently searching for a Government Relations Specialist  to join our team in Burnaby on a contract until June 2026.

The Government Relations Specialist will play an important role in driving the organization’s government relations program forward by planning and executing the day-to-day government affairs activities for the organization. As a key member of the government relations team, this position will play a lead role in implementing the government relations program to meet the evolving needs of the organization.

Our organization - one of BC's Top Employers – offers a competitive salary, an inclusive culture, and a hybrid work environment. Full details on our compensation and benefits value offering can be found below.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Works with the government relations team to plan and implement the organization’s government relations program, including the development of a yearly engagement plan; develops and manages the tactical plan and schedule to achieve strategic goals.
• Monitors and keeps current on legislative, regulatory and policy issues; provides analysis and assesses potential impacts to the organization; supports the development of organizational responses.
• Assists in drafting position papers, policy briefs and other written materials to inform internal leadership and support decision-making.
• Works with colleagues across the organization and supports internal working groups to identify, assess and monitor priority issues. Supports the working groups by planning agendas, scheduling meetings, coordinating meeting materials, tracking and documenting developments.
• Works with internal subject matter experts and the communications team to draft and support communications with government officials and other relevant organizational partners.
• Assists the Executive team in preparing for various government meetings through pre and post meeting preparation, preparing meeting materials and speaking notes, and managing tracking of action items.
• Leads the development of timely reports and communication to the Board to advise on key developments and progress.
• Supports the planning and delivery of meetings and events with government officials and other relevant partners, including event organization, meeting coordination, on-site support and preparation of meeting materials and speaking notes.
• Participates in regular meetings on government relations with staff and external consultants, tracking progress on strategic objectives and following up on action items as required.
• Tracks progress against the government relations plan, including tracking all engagement activities, action items, and outcomes.
• Tracks all government relations lobbying activities and ensures timely monthly reporting to the Office of the Registrar of Lobbyists, in compliance with the Lobbyists Transparency Act; keeps up to date on legislative requirements related to government relations activities.
• Coordinates specific meetings with the Office of the Superintendent of Professional Governance related to policy, legislation, and government affairs, providing support to the Executive Team in their engagements with that Office.
• Other duties as assigned by direct leader and, as appropriate, members of the departmental leadership team.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The successful candidate will meet the following requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in public policy, political science, law, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in government relations, public affairs, or similar role.
• 5+ years of experience working with, and a strong understanding of, provincial government legislative, regulatory and policy processes.
• 5+ years of experience analyzing and interpreting legislative and regulatory documents.
• 3+ years of project management experience, including strong organizational skills and ability to follow project management methodologies.
• 3+ years of experience managing relationships with government officials and bodies on behalf of an organization, and experience using excellent interpersonal skills to maintain and develop those relationships.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU  

Each member of our team contributes to public safety in BC and helps us deliver on our vision of “modern regulation for a resilient world.” We serve the public as an inclusive, progressive, and future-focused regulator. Our Strategic Plan also places priority on our role to advance climate action, foster equity, diversity and inclusion, and move towards reconciliation with Indigenous peoples.  At Engineers and Geoscientists BC, we are committed to demonstrating our values of collaboration, excellence, integrity, and innovation.   

This role offers a competitive compensation and benefits program including an annual salary of $72,500-$76,500 (pro-rated based on the length of contract). For full-time contract employees on this length of contract, we offer: 

• 8% additional pay in lieu of benefits.

• 10 vacation days per annum (pro-rated based on the length of contract). 

• A flex day program offering additional paid days off (usually alternating Fridays) as a result of a compressed work week. 

• A hybrid work model with an assigned schedule confirming days worked remotely and days worked in-office. This role will be required to work in-office a minimum of 2 days per week during regular business operations.  

• The required tools, equipment, and technology for employees to work remotely are provided. 

• Free parking at the office. Transit reimbursement is offered to employees who take transit to work; we are centrally located near bus and Skytrain stops. 

WHO WE ARE  

Engineers and Geoscientists BC is proud to be recognized as one of BC's Top Employers.  

Engineers and Geoscientists BC regulates and governs these professions under the authority of the Professional Governance Act . We are charged with protecting the public interest by setting and maintaining high academic, experience, and professional practice standards for over 40,000 registrants. Individuals licensed by Engineers and Geoscientists BC are the only persons permitted by law to undertake and assume responsibility for engineering and geoscience projects in BC.  

We are a not-for-profit organization governed by a board of elected registrants and government appointees. Board is accountable to the public through the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills under the Office of the Superintendent of Professional Governance, for both the governance and management of the organization. 

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