US Labor Relations Lead

Houston, MS - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 18 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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At TC Energy we are proud to connect the world to the energy it needs. Guided by our values of safety in every step personal accountability one team and active learning we deliver the critical energy that North America and the world rely on while balancing reliability affordability and sustainability.

The Opportunity

As the Labor Relations Lead within HR Business Partnering you will oversee labor relations across TC Energys US operations collaborating withbusinessleadership union representatives Legal and HR to design and implement labor strategies advise on agreements andprovideinternal guidance.

This role manageslabor negotiations servesas company spokesperson interpretscollective bargaining agreements andhandlesgrievance investigations partnering with Legalandbusiness leadership toensure compliance and mitigate risksto thebusiness.Your approach centers on communication and problem-solving to maintain positive employee and union relationsto build atrustful businessrelationship between company and union as well asdrive ongoing improvement.

Whatyoulldo

Asleadnegotiatorlead the companys labor negotiations and implement bargaining strategies aligned with businessobjectives ensuring consistent execution with leadership.

Manage allcollectivebargaining agreementsfor TC Energy serve as leadnegotiatorandspokespersonandadviseleaders tosupport business goals.

Interpret apply and administer collective bargaining agreements and relevant HR policies and practices.

Develop andmaintainconsistent interpretations and application of labor relations policies and strategies.

Serve as a subjectmatter expert on U.S. federalandstatelabor and employment laws.

Advise and coach leaders and HR teams on emerging labor and employee relations trendsimpactingthe organization.

Develop and implement labor relations initiatives that strengthen union relationships and oversee related programs and policies.

Lead the full Company/Union negotiations process including strategy development and delivery.

Investigate grievances and represent the company ingrievancehearings effectively communicating company positions.

Partner with Legal torepresentthe company in arbitration proceedings and prepare responses to NLRB and ULP charges.

Sustain a relationshipbased labor relations philosophy centered on communication problem solving and consensus building while protecting company interests.

Formulate and execute labor relations strategies and tactics including union avoidance and petition response strategies.

Partner with Legal to ensure compliance with labor laws organizing activity election campaigns and NLRB matters.

Review and respond to union information requests or assign responses to HR Business Partners.

Maintain current knowledge of court decisions rulings and regulatory changes affecting employment practices.

Continually assess organizational laborrelations risks and deliver ongoing training to support positive employee relations and continuous improvement

Minimum qualifications

10 years of experience in LaborRelations functionand Human Resources

Bachelors degreein Human Resources Management Industrial Relations or other relevant discipline

Labor Relations leadership experience including experience inalaborcontractnegotiations

Strong knowledge of human resources functions including employee relations employee and management coaching and mediation

Demonstrated experience inexhibitingstrong negotiation skills

Strong interpersonal skills with ability toproactively and effectively foster good working relationships handle high-stress or politically sensitive issues

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong reasoning skills including the ability to interpret and apply policies in a logical consistent and legally supported manner

Demonstrated ability to be an effective listener and observerpossessingthe ability to translate data/knowledge intoappropriate action

Demonstrated project management skills. Includesidentifyingneeds based on businessobjectives formulating a plan of action and effective execution of the plan

High degree of professionalism; takes an unbiased approach when handlinghighly sensitiveand confidential issues

Competent user of computer technology with emphasis on Workday SAP Share Point Microsoft Office desktop tools research tools and electronic communications such as Outlook Teams etc.

Ability to travel on an as neededbasis tocompanylocationsoutside ofHouston TX.

Preferred qualifications

Mastersdegree in Human Resources Management or IndustrialRelations

SPHR or SHRM-SCP certification

About our business

We are a leader in North American energy infrastructure spanning Canada the U.S. and Mexico. Every day our dedicated team proudly connects the world to the energy it needsmoving over 30 per cent of the cleaner-burning natural gas used across the continent. Complemented by strategic ownership and low-risk investments in power generation our infrastructure fuels industries and generates affordable reliable and sustainable power across North America while enabling LNG exports to global markets.

TC Energy is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the US government. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race religion age sex color national origin sexual orientation gender identity veteran status or disability. We are also committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. Applicants requiring accommodations or accessible formats are encouraged to contact us at for support.

All applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country where the position is based without restrictions. Background screening is required for all positions which may include criminal and/or credit checks. Offers may be extended at a different level or job title that best aligns with the successful candidates qualifications.

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Thank you for considering TC Energy in your career journey.

Determined imaginative curiousif these are some of the ways you describe yourself we want to learn more about you!At TC Energy we are proud to connect the world to the energy it needs. Guided by our values of safety in every step personal accountability one team and active learning we deliver the cr...

Determined imaginative curiousif these are some of the ways you describe yourself we want to learn more about you!

The Opportunity

Whatyoulldo

Asleadnegotiatorlead the companys labor negotiations and implement bargaining strategies aligned with businessobjectives ensuring consistent execution with leadership.

Manage allcollectivebargaining agreementsfor TC Energy serve as leadnegotiatorandspokespersonandadviseleaders tosupport business goals.

Interpret apply and administer collective bargaining agreements and relevant HR policies and practices.

Develop andmaintainconsistent interpretations and application of labor relations policies and strategies.

Serve as a subjectmatter expert on U.S. federalandstatelabor and employment laws.

Advise and coach leaders and HR teams on emerging labor and employee relations trendsimpactingthe organization.

Develop and implement labor relations initiatives that strengthen union relationships and oversee related programs and policies.

Lead the full Company/Union negotiations process including strategy development and delivery.

Investigate grievances and represent the company ingrievancehearings effectively communicating company positions.

Partner with Legal torepresentthe company in arbitration proceedings and prepare responses to NLRB and ULP charges.

Sustain a relationshipbased labor relations philosophy centered on communication problem solving and consensus building while protecting company interests.

Formulate and execute labor relations strategies and tactics including union avoidance and petition response strategies.

Partner with Legal to ensure compliance with labor laws organizing activity election campaigns and NLRB matters.

Review and respond to union information requests or assign responses to HR Business Partners.

Maintain current knowledge of court decisions rulings and regulatory changes affecting employment practices.

Continually assess organizational laborrelations risks and deliver ongoing training to support positive employee relations and continuous improvement

Minimum qualifications

10 years of experience in LaborRelations functionand Human Resources

Bachelors degreein Human Resources Management Industrial Relations or other relevant discipline

Labor Relations leadership experience including experience inalaborcontractnegotiations

Strong knowledge of human resources functions including employee relations employee and management coaching and mediation

Demonstrated experience inexhibitingstrong negotiation skills

Strong interpersonal skills with ability toproactively and effectively foster good working relationships handle high-stress or politically sensitive issues

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong reasoning skills including the ability to interpret and apply policies in a logical consistent and legally supported manner

Demonstrated ability to be an effective listener and observerpossessingthe ability to translate data/knowledge intoappropriate action

Demonstrated project management skills. Includesidentifyingneeds based on businessobjectives formulating a plan of action and effective execution of the plan

High degree of professionalism; takes an unbiased approach when handlinghighly sensitiveand confidential issues

Competent user of computer technology with emphasis on Workday SAP Share Point Microsoft Office desktop tools research tools and electronic communications such as Outlook Teams etc.