William (Bill) Fisher
Human Resources / Labour Relations Executive
Sherwood Park,AB
Summary
An accomplished, results-driven management professional, spanning public emergency health care, HR/Labour Relations Management and Adult Education to Industrial Fabrication/Maintenance Services and mining support in the Alberta Oilsands Industry.
Providing a comprehensive understanding of Indigenous cultures and communities, designing and executing innovative recruitment, training, and retention strategies that reflect cultural values and organizational goals.
Blending motivation, strong leadership, analytical approach, team building and creativity with a strong customer focus. Providing quality administrative and operational direction while partnering in the development of, and acting upon, the Company's strategic plan and initiatives.
Providing subject matter expertise in policy development, with focus priority on Indigenous Workforce engagement and development in a variety of sectors and industries. A strong, engaging communicator who is comfortable offering feedback and being authentic in professional interactions.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
3
3
Language
Work History
Vice President, People & Culture
Mikisew Group of Companies
08.2017 - Current
- Project Champion for development and launch of Mikisew Group 'Mobile App', profiling and enabling real time awareness for Group employment opportunities, partnership announcements/news, and employee recognition events
- Mentored junior staff members for accelerated career growth, developing future leaders within organization
- Managed cross-functional teams for successful project completion within budgetary constraints and deadlines
- Improved employee retention rates by fostering positive work environment and offering professional development opportunities
- Numerous successful appeals conducted for injury claims (contemporary and past claims - cost relief, etc.)
- Led Change Management Process and implemented significant HSE Culture Improvement initiatives, resulting in various Oilsand Clients recognizing Contractor safety performance (Most Improved HSE Program, etc.)
- Member of Contractor Negotiation Committee - General Presidents Maintenance Agreement (GPMA) and National Maintenance Agreement (NMA) Collective Agreement renewals
- Project Leader - complete review, progress updates and overall stewardship of the Groups HR & HSE Policy Standards
- Successfully met business unit expectations of HR program performance while maintaining effective Change Management process
- Project Leader - Successful selection, deployment and implementation of Applicant Tracking System (ATS) for organization
- Significantly improved work flow process for recruitment/onboarding and worker deployment.
Vice President, HR/Health, Safety & Environment
Casman Group of Companies
08.2013 - 09.2016
- Reduced business units WCB rating from + 17% (Surcharge) to -60% (discount) due to successful appeal of industry reclassification through WCB Underwriting
- Member of Contractor Negotiation Committee GPMA and NMA Collective Agreement renewals
- Led complete review, progress updates and overall stewardship of Groups HSE program
- Successfully met Clients expectations of HSE program performance while maintaining effective Change Management process
- Brokered numerous 'enabling' agreement provisions and working partnerships with Trade Unions to address labour costs and to be more competitive and responsive to current economics within industry
- Significantly improved and supported working relationships with multiple building trade unions
- Successful Full System implementation of (1
- Intelex, Safety Management), (2
- C Factor+, HRIS)
- Improved compliance/Contractor-Client score/rating with various Contractor Network sites (i.e
- Improving Company score from 'Yellow' to 'Green', increasing score from B to AA, etc.).
Corporate Human Resources Manager
Pyramid Corporation (rebranded As PTW Energy)
07.2012 - 08.2013
- Provided complete review and edit of HR Program (policies, standards, procedures) to current standards and reflective of best practice
- Successful negotiation of Alberta, British Columbia and Saskatchewan collective bargaining agreements with CLAC (all negotiated concurrently)
- Negotiated and implemented 'regional' payscale/basewage framework within agreements
- Developed succession plans to ensure smooth transitions during periods of organizational change or key personnel departures
- Facilitated conflict resolution among employees, promoting harmonious workplace culture
- Assisted in budget planning processes related to human resources functions, ensuring optimal resource allocation across various departments
- Managed complex employee relations cases from investigation through resolution while mitigating legal risks.
Principal Consultant
Aries Management Consultants Inc.
01.2011 - 07.2012
- Successful representation of Airport Tenants group, in which they saw change in airport rental fees go from proposed 600% increase to only 35% increase with marginal and predicted rent increase for next 3 years.
- Successful representation of RMWB resident Citizens Group, in which they were contested construction and development of SAGD facility upon airport lands (adjacent to their community). Area was ultimately rezoned and Oilsands company received compensation from provincial government.
- Successful consolidation of Clients Group of Companies WCB Accounts (originally seven companies/legal entities consolidated to 3). Activities included all WCB review, blended experience, presentation to Underwriting (with rationalization), industry standardization and classification, etc
- Streamlined internal processes for improved efficiency and increased team productivity. Evaluated business processes, identifying inefficiencies and recommending targeted improvements
- Built strong relationships with clients, fostering long-term partnerships and repeat business
- Conducted workshops and training sessions to improve employee knowledge of best practices.
VP - Group HR/HSE, VP - Contracting Division
Golosky Group of Companies
09.2001 - 12.2010
- Developed and implemented comprehensive modified work program for Group of Companies
- This resulted in reduced WCB Claim Costs by 98% in first year of program
- Recipient of Presidents Award (Syncrude Canada 2003) for Most Improved HSE Performance – Large Employer
- Contracting Division - Increased sales from $ 18MM/annum (2003) to $50MM/annum (2010)
- Presented and prevailed in Employers position, in first grievance reviewed by GPMC (under General Presidents Maintenance Agreement), involving a worker contesting elements of COAA Drug and Alcohol Workrule
- Managed multi-million dollar budgets responsibly, achieving cost savings and ensuring resources were allocated effectively
- Successful negotiation of sole source labour contract, 5 year term, $ 250MM value with major Oilsands Client
- Developed and implemented Medical Review Officer integration process to aid in Injury and Claims Management
- Designed and implemented Employee Recognition Program
- Spearheaded mergers and acquisitions efforts, successfully integrating acquired companies into existing operations without disrupting workflow or productivity
- Introduced process improvements that reduced operational costs while maintaining high-quality standards across all departments
- Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors, securing advantageous terms for the company while maintaining strong professional relationships.
Chief Instructor - EMR Program
Portage College (formerly AVC Lac La Biche)
08.1997 - 07.2001
- Served as Subject Matter Expert within organization, assisting colleagues with technical questions or concerns related to course content or instructional strategies
- Implemented hands-on activities that reinforced key concepts, resulting in higher levels of engagement during training sessions
- Established positive learning environment by fostering open communication channels between trainees and instructors
- Evaluated and refined course content regularly, maintaining relevance and accuracy in ever-changing industry landscape
- Facilitated practical application workshops that enabled trainees to apply theoretical knowledge directly into practice scenarios
- Developed Contract Instructor Network (AB, SK, NWT, Yukon) for EMR program
- Initiated QA process(s) for Instructors within network
- Created and initiated EMS equipment rental program/services for Contract Instructor Network
- Profits from rental activities were used to offset and partial fund EMR program, thereby reducing provincial funding requirements and making program more viable in early stage development
- Conducted total program edit, instructor material and course reference textbook(s) material
- Obtained provincial reciprocity agreements for Advanced First Aid level competencies for industrial applications
- Portage College EMR program granted reciprocity and recognition under various provincial EMS and OHS regulations in AB, SK, Yukon and NWT.
General Manager
Lake-Land Ambulance / Lakeland Emergency Med Int'l
Vegreville, AB - Kyrgyzstan, CIS, AB, CIS
08.1985 - 05.1997
- Public EMS - Providing Basic and Intermediate Life Support
- Traditional Managment Duties associated with Business (i.e. staffing, HR, Budgetary considerations, maintenance program, inservicing of skills/proficiency, etc.
- Provided oversight/management to multiple ambulance divisions, totalling 12 units, 5 townships/counties/reserves
- Concurrent engagement with Cameo Mininig in Kyrgyzstan, CIS (former USSR), providing emergency medical response to a Joint Venture with the Kyrgyz govt (Kumtor Gold Mining), in the Tien Shen Mountain Range. Provided clinic and emergency response services at 15000 ft elevation in the mine and camp.
Education
EMT / Wilderness Medical Technician -
Portage College (formerly AVC Lac La Biche)
Lac La Biche, AB 01.1987 - 05.1987
Skills
Contract Negotiation
undefinedWebsites
Certification
04/01/23, Commissioner Of Oaths # 0722260
Affiliations
- Alberta Justice
- Alberta College of Paramedics (former)
- Rotary International (former)
- Institute of Corporate Directors
Website
- Https://tinyurl.com/4ne7nsad (Linked In Profile)
- Https://tinyurl.com/nje46xy5 (OVOU Corporate Profile)
Other
- Valid Passport
- AB Class V Driver License - 0 demerits - 0 claim history
Timeline
Vice President, People & Culture
Mikisew Group of Companies
08.2017 - Current
Vice President, HR/Health, Safety & Environment
Casman Group of Companies
08.2013 - 09.2016
Corporate Human Resources Manager
Pyramid Corporation (rebranded As PTW Energy)
07.2012 - 08.2013
Principal Consultant
Aries Management Consultants Inc.
01.2011 - 07.2012
VP - Group HR/HSE, VP - Contracting Division
Golosky Group of Companies
09.2001 - 12.2010
Chief Instructor - EMR Program
Portage College (formerly AVC Lac La Biche)
08.1997 - 07.2001
EMT / Wilderness Medical Technician -
Portage College (formerly AVC Lac La Biche)
01.1987 - 05.1987
General Manager
Lake-Land Ambulance / Lakeland Emergency Med Int'l
08.1985 - 05.1997
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