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Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada

Irving Oil is the largest oil refinery in Canada and utilizes between 1,000 to 2,500 building trade workers (95% trade union members). The LR manager role balances the relationships between unionized contractors, non-union contractors, unions, internal, and external stakeholders to ensure Irving Oil can execute our operations safely, efficiently, collaboratively, and as risk adverse as possible while navigating how current nationwide resource challenges impact securing the resources required… Show more Irving Oil is the largest oil refinery in Canada and utilizes between 1,000 to 2,500 building trade workers (95% trade union members). The LR manager role balances the relationships between unionized contractors, non-union contractors, unions, internal, and external stakeholders to ensure Irving Oil can execute our operations safely, efficiently, collaboratively, and as risk adverse as possible while navigating how current nationwide resource challenges impact securing the resources required. Key Responsibilities: Provide labour relations oversight and guidance to internal stakeholders and contractor partners. Created and delivered comprehensive internal labour market intelligence capacity to identify competing projects, collective agreement comparisons, cost impacts and incentives to inform strategic decision-making recommendations to senior leadership. Represent Irving Oil on the BuildForce Canada board of directors. Develop, deliver, and implement the trade incentivization program to attract resources based on labour market conditions. Engage the supply management department regarding a precise contracting strategy to navigate a balance between union and non-union contractors to secure adequate resources while maintaining a harmonious balance on-site. Instructed numerous training classes for internal / external stakeholders and contractors on a variety of labour relations topics including common employer, dispute resolution, and collective bargaining.  Spearheaded a revamped proactive labour relations approach that includes a 5-year LR roadmap contemplating key collective agreement dates, cost escalations, labour market reporting, and implementation of a site project labour agreement for energy transition projects. Created and lead the regional owners committee meetings between Irving Oil, JDI, and NB Power to discuss upcoming project schedules and resource demand to best mitigate trade shortages locally. Show less

Tiverton, Ontario, Canada

Bruce Power is one of the largest generators of nuclear power in the world when operating at peak and provides almost 35% of Ontario’s electricity. The workforce is comprised of 4,200 FT employees in addition to 2,500 unionized building trade workers (96% unionized site). Unions represent practically every classification of employee at the site including engineers, nuclear operators, administrative staff and building trades. I managed the construction labour relations portfolio (19 collective… Show more Bruce Power is one of the largest generators of nuclear power in the world when operating at peak and provides almost 35% of Ontario’s electricity. The workforce is comprised of 4,200 FT employees in addition to 2,500 unionized building trade workers (96% unionized site). Unions represent practically every classification of employee at the site including engineers, nuclear operators, administrative staff and building trades. I managed the construction labour relations portfolio (19 collective agreements across 15 different building trade unions and a master project agreement that governs the assignment of trades work). Interaction with senior stakeholders was crucial in the areas of, labour strategy, political impact, supply chain labour requirements, commercial strategy and contracts, arbitration briefings and collective bargaining.Key Responsibilities: Provided labour relations guidance to both internal stakeholders and contractor partners. Represented Bruce Power on the Labour Relations Committee of Electrical Power Systems Construction Association. Managed 3 direct reports handling different aspects of the portfolios. Consulted with our Supply Chain department through RFP/contract development to ensure prospective contractors understood the complex labour requirements parameters of the site. Experience negotiating 19 construction building trades collective agreements. Managed the entire dispute resolution process from grievance to resolution (via settlement and/or mediation/arbitration through private arbitrators or the Ontario Labour Relations Board). Instructed numerous training classes for internal / external stakeholders and contractors on a variety of labour relations topics. I possess a very strong public speaking/training skillset. Spearheaded many key settlements and agreements with union partners that drove collaboration, mitigated grievance risk, increased efficiency, and significantly reduced cost Show less

Managed all aspects of on-site Human Resources for a construction project worth over $500M employing over 1,000 unionized craft and 100 staff at peak. In addition to managing all HR obligations, this role included regular consultation with senior site management and the site owner (Suncor) regarding the implementation and direction of HR functions across the project. This role heavily involved consultation during the pre-construction planning and preparation phase for design and structure for… Show more Managed all aspects of on-site Human Resources for a construction project worth over $500M employing over 1,000 unionized craft and 100 staff at peak. In addition to managing all HR obligations, this role included regular consultation with senior site management and the site owner (Suncor) regarding the implementation and direction of HR functions across the project. This role heavily involved consultation during the pre-construction planning and preparation phase for design and structure for the on-site HR, LR, Logistics, Travel and Training departments.Key Responsibilities: Balance 4 separate divisions of Ledcor Group (each with their own respective Collective Union Agreements) and administer an aligned approach to HR on site. Managed relationship between CLAC, traditional construction union, and non-union workforce. Organize and attend Labor Management Meetings involving the Union, Ledcor HR and Ledcor Industrial Relations Group. Responsible for handling all employee relations issues on site and act as direct liaison between corporate HR and site Management.  Created and maintained the entire Training program on site.  Delivered multiple types of HR related training to both our Staff and Craft employees. (Union Progressive Discipline, Professional Development etc.) Experience handling grievances, investigations and progressive discipline. Show less

Responsible for full supervisory responsibilities for 8 employees in a 24/7 dispatch/emergency services call center. Practice an open-door supervisory philosophy and provide consistent feedback to employees. Created a complete training manual for the OCC to ensure consistency of performance. Experience dealing with various situations of disciplinary action and proper documentation. Provide annual performance reviews and merit increases depending on job performance. Provide… Show more Responsible for full supervisory responsibilities for 8 employees in a 24/7 dispatch/emergency services call center. Practice an open-door supervisory philosophy and provide consistent feedback to employees. Created a complete training manual for the OCC to ensure consistency of performance. Experience dealing with various situations of disciplinary action and proper documentation. Provide annual performance reviews and merit increases depending on job performance. Provide guidance and information on all technical aspects of the control center. Show less

Handled each and every HR aspect of a company employing between 70-85 employees in a highway construction setting. The position evolved greatly under my tenure to include bi-weekly district site visits to meet with the field employees and entire control over the recruitment process.Key Results: Structured and implemented programs and policies in the areas of; training, employee compensation schedules, benefits packages, recruitment and employee retention. Fostered a… Show more Handled each and every HR aspect of a company employing between 70-85 employees in a highway construction setting. The position evolved greatly under my tenure to include bi-weekly district site visits to meet with the field employees and entire control over the recruitment process.Key Results: Structured and implemented programs and policies in the areas of; training, employee compensation schedules, benefits packages, recruitment and employee retention. Fostered a teamwork/open-door environment conductive to positive dialogue through the organization. Created and presented an Employee Recognition Program based on company safety and quality core values. Extensive interview experience for a variety of positions throughout our company. (Engineers, Equipment Operators, Office Staff, Laborers etc.) Revised company job descriptions by interviewing and “shadowing” our current employees to create the most accurate and realistic combination of roles and responsibilities. Show less

Youth care work is extremely demanding, both mentally and physically. Teamwork becomes first nature as you must rely on your co-workers to be as consistent and effective as possible in dealing with youth who possess a variety of social and mental issues.  Worked in a group home setting dealing with the day to day livings of youth from ages 10-17. Part of a team which restructured the entire GOALS rewards program in the home. Diffused numerous situations where youth displayed… Show more Youth care work is extremely demanding, both mentally and physically. Teamwork becomes first nature as you must rely on your co-workers to be as consistent and effective as possible in dealing with youth who possess a variety of social and mental issues.  Worked in a group home setting dealing with the day to day livings of youth from ages 10-17. Part of a team which restructured the entire GOALS rewards program in the home. Diffused numerous situations where youth displayed behaviors of violence, frustration, self-harm and even suicide. Acquired various training certifications related to the field of work. (CPR, First Aid, Suicide Intervention, Crisis Intervention, Restraint Training etc.) Experience training new hires on the job through instruction and “job shadowing”. Show less

Bachelor Of Arts, Social Sciences

Social Sciences

High School Diploma, Honours