Labour Relations Consultant
BC Emergency Health Services
Vancouver, BC (Hybrid)
Permanent, Full Time, Nonunionized 

 

Internal Applicants: You must include your resume and cover letter in the system to complete your application. See detailed instructions in this Getting Started Guide. 

 

BCEHS is seeking a Labour Relations Consultant to provide expert LR guidance and support within a complex, unionized pre-hospital environment.

In this role, you will partner with leaders and HR colleagues to proactively resolve labour relations issues, interpret collective agreements, and help create the conditions for effective, respectful labour-management relationships so frontline teams can focus on delivering high-quality patient care. 

You are a trusted advisor to operational leaders and HR partners, providing clear, practical labour relations guidance in high impact situations.

 

What you’ll do

• Act as the primary labour relations advisor for assigned BCEHS portfolios building strong partnerships and supporting operational and strategic goals.Provide expert consultation to leaders and HR partners on LR implications related to discipline, attendance, accommodation, scheduling, organizational changes, certifications and special projects. 
• Interpret APADBA and FBA/BCGEU collective agreements and ensure consistent application of arbitration decisions, settlements and LR policies across PHSA.
• Lead grievance management, negotiate on complex labour disputes, and represent PHSA in arbitration and Labour Relations Board processes.
• Negotiate with union representatives on disputes, local issues, and settlements.
• Advise leaders on labour relations implications related to discipline, attendance, accommodation, scheduling, and workforce change.
• Participate in union–management meetings, support collective agreement implementation, and strengthen union-management relationships.
• Deliver guidance, training, and communication to leaders and HR teams on LR issues, trends, legislation, and best practices.
• Stay current on BC labour legislation, arbitration decisions, and healthcare labour relations trends.

 

What you’ll bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Labour Relations, or a related field.
• 7–10 years of labour relations experience in a unionized environment.
• Demonstrated experience interpreting complex collective agreements.
• Hands‑on experience managing grievances and arbitrations.
• Strong negotiation, judgment, and relationship‑building skills.
• Clear, confident communication—especially in high‑stakes situations.
• Proficiency with HR systems and Microsoft Office tools.

 

Want work that matters every day?

At BC Emergency Health Services (BCEHS), the work you do supports life‑saving care for people across British Columbia. Whether on the front lines or behind the scenes, your role helps ensure patients receive timely, compassionate emergency care when they need it most. BCEHS provides provincial emergency medical and patient transfer services and is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

 

Why You’ll Enjoy Working Here

People choose BCEHS because the work is meaningful, the culture is supportive, and there’s room to grow. Here’s what sets us apart: 

• Purpose‑driven work that makes a real impact
• Respectful, collaborative teams that value diverse perspectives
• Support for your whole self, including psychological health and wellness

 

Growth, Learning & Development

We believe learning never stops, and we support your development every step of the way. At BCEHS and PHSA, you’ll have access to:

• 2,000+ learning opportunities, including leadership and technical training
• Indigenous Cultural Safety education, including San’yas Core Health and Anti‑Indigenous Racism Response Training
• Career pathways across BCEHS and PHSA’s province‑wide programs and services
• Opportunities to build new skills, take on challenges, and grow your career over time

 

Everyone Welcome

We’re committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive workplace and encourage applications from people from equity deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, black and racialized people, persons with disabilities, and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, we’re happy to help. Please contact nuta@bcehs.ca. 

 

Indigenous Cultural Safety & Reconciliation

Reconciliation is a shared responsibility at BCEHS, and it’s part of how we show up for patients, colleagues, and communities. Experience in Indigenous cultural safety is valued, and BCEHS also provides access to education, training, and resources to support employees in this important work.

 

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent, Nonunionized 
Typical Hiring Range: $90,770 - $113,462
Location: Vancouver, BC (Hybrid)
Closing Date: March 31, 2026 

Requisition#: 196172

Contact: nuta@bcehs.ca