Status: Temporary, Full-Time, Unionized (Limited term contract to fill leave of absence) 

Location: St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador 

Immediate Supervisor: NLFL President 

Salary and Benefits: Competitive salary, pension and benefits in accordance with Unifor Local 597 Collective Agreement 

Application Deadline: End of business day, Friday, November 21, 2025 

The Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour (NLFL) is currently seeking a Worker Advisor to join our small but mighty team at our St. John’s Office. This posting will fill a vacancy created by a leave of absence.  

The Office of the Workers’ Advisor provides quality service, unbiased advice, in-depth investigation, and assistance and advocacy services, exclusively to injured workers and/or their families. The Worker Advisor may representinjured workers interests by seeking a review or appeal of an entitlement decision by WorkplaceNL. The services of the Office of the Workers’ Advisor are available to both unionized and non-unionized workers and their families. 

The NLFL is an umbrella labour organization representing 70,000 unionized workers who are members of 25 affiliated unions in every community in Newfoundland and Labrador. We advocate for improved workplace rights and stronger laws including occupational health and safety laws as well as workers’ compensation and Employment Insurance programs that are fair and there when people need them. We stand up for the principles of equity and social justice and we work with our affiliate unions and community partners to build a better world for all. 

The NLFL offers a supportive and progressive unionized work environment, but more than that, we offer an opportunity to be a part of the movement to advance workers’ rights. We are seeking a candidate with a strong background in workers’ compensation and occupational health and safety. This position would suit an experienced and driven individual who possesses strong organizational and advocacy skills and is comfortable interpreting legislation, policies and collective agreements.  

Major Responsibilities include: 

• Compile information, through investigation and research, to advocate on behalf of injured workers. 

• Ongoing communication with injured workers to assist with identifying entitlement/appeal issues and researching and preparing submissions to support the resolution of issues prior to appeals. 

• Provide advice and guidance in ensuring the application of the Workplace Health, Safety and Compensation Act and Policies. 

• Communicate with staff and decision-makers at WorkplaceNL. 

• Preparing for and representing injured workers to WorkplaceNL and at Workplace Health, Safety and Compensation Review Division. 

• Community outreach and education to improve workers’ knowledge of the workers’ compensation system. 

• Review and analyze the Workplace Health, Safety and Compensation Act, Policies, and Workplace Health, Safety and Compensation Review Division decisions in order to recommend legislative and policy changes to the Federation of Labour in its preparation for consultations with WorkplaceNL and government. 

Confidentiality must be strictly respected. The successful candidate must be able to work within tight deadlines, handle multiple injured workers’ claims, must be willing to work flexible hours, and travel when necessary.  

Required Knowledge, Experience and Competencies: 
 

• Specific knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply the Workplace Health, Safety and Compensation Act/Policies and other relevant legislation. 

• Graduation from an educational facility with relevant work experience, or possess an equivalent combination of training and experience. Experience and/or training on the principles of administrative law considered an asset. 

• Excellent organizational and time management skills. Handling multiple workers’ issues while adhering to the required timelines is a key component of this role. 

• A sound understanding of the labour movement, unions and workers’ rights. 

• An ability to use advocacy/representation thinking and techniques to resolve issues while working independently with minimal supervision. 

• Strong oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills are required. 

• A basic knowledge of occupational health and safety. 

• Basic research skills and proficiency in the use of word processing. Knowledge of databases and electronic file management considered an asset. 

In addition to competitive pay in a unionized environment, we offer: 
 

• A 30-hour work week; 

• 3-weeks paid vacation in first year of employment, plus paid office closure between Christmas and New Year; 

• Extensive health, dental and wellness coverage for you and your dependents; 

• Paid sick days, and additional time off for personal and care responsibilities; 

• Pension plan contributions; 

• A supportive and progressive work environment that recognizes that work is one of the many responsibilities we have to prioritize in our lives. 

Closing date: End of Business Day Friday, November 21, 2025 

The Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour offices are located on the unceded, traditional territory of the Beothuk and the Mi’kmaq.  

The Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour is committed to diversity and equity in our society and in our workplace. We welcome applications from equity-deserving groups. If you are invited to continue with the interview process, please notify us as soon as possible of any particular adaptive measures you might require. Applicants are encouraged to share accessibility needs in the application process, and every attempt will be made to accommodate them. 

Please submit cover letter and resumes to:  
 

Executive Director -Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour  

P.O. Box 8597, St. John’s, NL, A1B 3P2  

Email: kdunne@nlfed.ca (preferred) 

Reference: Workers’ Advisor 

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Reporting to the President, the Executive Director is responsible for achieving the mandate of the Federation, including overseeing strategic planning, human resources, governance, policy development, public relations, government relations and initiatives of the NLFL. The Executive Director will lead a small but mighty team of staff at our St. John’s Office and work closely with the elected President to communicate with the Executive Council and support its decision-making processes, and to liaise with affiliates to build common understanding and consensus.

The Executive Director must lead by example in driving the integrity, credibility and reputation of the Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour and be recognized as a leader in understanding labour policy and legislation, emerging labour needs and issues, as well as government relations and policy-making processes. The Executive Director must demonstrate strong political acumen, analytical understanding and sound judgement, and be an effective advocate who can influence decision makers.

Key responsibilities include:

• Playing a central role in advancing the vision, mission and values of the Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour through the development and implementation, in coordination with the President and Executive Council, of strategic planning.
• Using sound judgement, problem-solving skills, strong political judgment and strategic communication skills to advise the President on internal and external communications, issue management and dealing with sensitive and/or confidential issues.
• Building effective working relationships with diverse affiliates, other unions and labour bodies, government/government agencies, external stakeholders and coalition partners to understand shared issues, promote common purpose and advance NLFL priorities.
• Participate in labour relations matters including providing counsel on labour relations and/or collective bargaining to the President and/or Executive Council.
• Organizing workflow, effectively prioritizing demands and responsibilities, coordinating complex and multi-faceted projects, while maintaining a strategic mindset.
• Participate, with Executive Council, on employee engagement, hirings, evaluations, policies, and processes.
• Monitoring current labour and public policy trends and assessing emerging union/worker needs to inform strategic priorities.
• Analyzing and formulating policy and legislative proposals and developing and implementing related campaign strategies and response interventions.
• Overseeing the organization of NLFL conventions and planning, tracking and implementing approved convention resolutions/direction.
• Developing strategic funding proposals and oversee reporting of same.
• Upholding the Federation’s values of solidarity, equity, inclusion and worker democracy in working to continuously improve services to affiliated unions, to strengthen the NLFL’s reputation and grow affiliation, and to launch strategic new initiatives, through innovation, creativity and optimization of available resources.

Required Experience and Qualifications:

• A post-secondary degree in a related field with at least 10 years progressive career experience or an equivalent combination of education and practical experience.
• Experience in a unionized environment.
• Experience in the labour movement or social justice movement is an asset.
• Outstanding communications and advocacy skills to effectively and professionally represent NLFL with affiliates, government, coalition partners and other stakeholders.
• Strong personal accountability for deliverables.
• The ability to successfully manage change, and support employee development.
• A positive and supportive leadership style with a focus on collaboration.
• Ability to envision and convey the NLFL’s strategic priorities.
• A strong degree of organizational abilities, including planning, delegating and problem-solving.

Hours and Location:

This is a full-time permanent position with undefined hours, which can include some evenings and weekends. This position is located at the NLFL headquarters in St. John’s. Ability to travel to events and meetings within the province is essential.

Salary and Benefits:

This is a non-unionized, management-level position. The NLFL offers a competitive compensation package that includes health and dental benefits, pension contributions and a flexible work environment.

To Apply:

Please forward a cover letter and CV to:

President – Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour
P.O. Box 8597, Stn. A
St. John’s, NL, A1B 3P2
president@nlfl.nf.ca

Deadline for applications is December 6, 2024.

About the Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour

The Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour is a non-profit organization, chartered by the Canadian Labour Congress to serve as Newfoundland and Labrador’s central labour body. The NLFL represents 25 affiliated unions from the public sector, private sector and building trades, collectively representing 70,000 unionized workers. The NLFL works to advance the interests of its affiliated unions, to enhance the socio- economic wellbeing of all workers, to build a strong and effective labour movement, and to strengthen worker and collective bargaining rights, primarily through lobbying, research, education, campaigning, and coalition building activities, primarily focused on provincial policy and legislation.

The Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour offices are located on the unceded, traditional territory of the Beothuk and the Mi’kmaq.

The Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour is committed to diversity and equity in our society and in our workplace. We welcome applications from equity-deserving groups. If you are invited to continue with the interview process, please notify us as soon as possible of any particular adaptive measures you might require. Applicants are encouraged to share accessibility needs in the application process, and every attempt will be made to accommodate them.

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The Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour (NLFL) is currently seeking a Worker Advisor to join our small but mighty team at our St. John’s Office. This posting will fill a vacancy created by a leave of absence.

The Office of the Workers’ Advisor provides quality service, unbiased advice, in-depth investigation, and assistance and advocacy services, exclusively to injured workers and/or their families. The Worker Advisor may represent injured workers interests by seeking a review or appeal of an entitlement decision by WorkplaceNL. The services of the Office of the Workers’ Advisor are available to both unionized and non-unionized workers and their families.

The NLFL is an umbrella labour organization representing 70,000 unionized workers who are members of 25 affiliated unions in every community in Newfoundland and Labrador. We advocate for improved workplace rights and stronger laws including occupational health and safety laws as well as workers’ compensation and Employment Insurance programs that are fair and there when people need them. We stand up for the principles of equity and social justice and we work with our affiliate unions and community partners to build a better world for all.

The NLFL offers a supportive and progressive unionized work environment, but more than that, we offer an opportunity to be a part of the movement to advance workers’ rights. We are seeking a candidate with a strong background in workers’ compensation and occupational health and safety. This position would suit an experienced and driven individual who possesses strong organizational and advocacy skills and is comfortable interpreting legislation, policies and collective agreements.

Major Responsibilities include:

• Compile information, through investigation and research, to advocate on behalf of injured workers.
• Ongoing communication with injured workers to assist with identifying entitlement/appeal issues and researching and preparing submissions to support the resolution of issues prior to appeals.
• Provide advice and guidance in ensuring the application of the Workplace Health, Safety and Compensation Act and Policies.
• Communicate with staff and decision-makers at WorkplaceNL.
• Preparing for and representing injured workers to WorkplaceNL and at Workplace Health, Safety and Compensation Review Division.
• Community outreach and education to improve workers’ knowledge of the workers’ compensation system.
• Review and analyze the Workplace Health, Safety and Compensation Act, Policies, and Workplace Health, Safety and Compensation Review Division decisions in order to recommend legislative and policy changes to the Federation of Labour in its preparation for consultations with WorkplaceNL and government.

Confidentiality must be strictly respected. The successful candidate must be able to work within tight deadlines, handle multiple injured workers’ claims, must be willing to work flexible hours, and travel when necessary.

Required Knowledge, Experience and Competencies:

• Specific knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply the Workplace Health, Safety and Compensation Act/Policies and other relevant legislation.
• Graduation from an educational facility with relevant work experience, or possess an equivalent combination of training and experience. Experience and/or training on the principles of administrative law considered an asset.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills. Handling multiple workers’ issues while adhering to the required timelines is a key component of this role.
• A sound understanding of the labour movement, unions and workers’ rights.
• An ability to use advocacy/representation thinking and techniques to resolve issues while working independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills are required.
• A basic knowledge of occupational health and safety.
• Basic research skills and proficiency in the use of word processing. Knowledge of databases and electronic file management considered an asset.

In addition to competitive pay in a unionized environment, we offer:

• A 30-hour work week;
• 3-weeks paid vacation in first year of employment, plus paid office closure between Christmas and New Year;
• Extensive health, dental and wellness coverage for you and your dependents;
• Paid sick days, and additional time off for personal and care responsibilities;
• Pension plan contributions;
• A supportive and progressive work environment that recognizes that work is one of the many responsibilities we have to prioritize in our lives.

Closing date: Thursday, November 21, 2024

The Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour offices are located on the unceded, traditional territory of the Beothuk and the Mi’kmaq. The Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour is committed to diversity and equity in our society and in our workplace. We welcome applications from equity-deserving groups. If you are invited to continue with the interview process, please notify us as soon as possible of any particular adaptive measures you might require. Applicants are encouraged to share accessibility needs in the application process, and every attempt will be made to accommodate them.

Please submit applications and resumes to:
President-Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour
P.O. Box 8597, St. John’s, NL, A1B 3P2
Email: president@nlfl.nf.ca

Reference: Workers’ Advisor

Application Deadline: November 21, 2024

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