Industrial Relations Officer

Job Summary

The Industrial Relations Officer is responsible for fostering positive employee relations, ensuring compliance with labour legislation and company policies, and providing guidance on industrial relations matters. The role supports investigations, disciplinary processes, Ministry of Labour matters, and promotes a fair, compliant and productive workplace.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations into employee complaints, grievances, misconduct and workplace incidents.
• Prepare disciplinary correspondence and documentation in accordance with company policies.
• Coordinate and facilitate disciplinary hearings and maintain accurate records.
• Represent the company at conciliations, mediations and dispute hearings before the Ministry of Labour where required.
• Provide guidance to management and employees on labour legislation, industrial relations and employment policies.
• Ensure compliance with Trinidad & Tobago labour laws, collective agreements and company procedures.
• Promote positive employee relations and conflict resolution initiatives.
• Administer workmen's compensation claims and ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
• Calculate and administer retrenchment and severance benefits in accordance with applicable legislation.
• Maintain confidential employee records and prepare management reports.

Requirements

• Minimum five (5) years' experience in Industrial Relations or Employee Relations.
• Strong working knowledge of Trinidad & Tobago labour legislation.
• Experience conducting investigations and managing disciplinary matters.
• Experience representing organisations before the Ministry of Labour is preferred.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and report writing skills.
• High level of confidentiality, professionalism and sound judgement.
• Bachelor's Degree or professional qualification in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Law or related discipline.

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