Jardeg-Construction Looking for Workforce Recruiter – 12 month contract at Regina, SK Full Time

Jardeg is seeking a highly skilled Trades Recruiter to be based in Saskatchewan.

This position will be reporting to the Workforce Talent Acquisition Manager and will drive the talent attraction activities within the assigned geographic area or business line. The ideal candidate will exhibit a passion for attracting quality talent with an ability to deliver results at a high volume. In addition, he/she must possess good organizational and communication skills combined with a strong customer service orientation. This is a 12 month contract with group benefits to cover a maternity leave to start in April 2023; flexible hours and work from home options available.

Responsibilities may include:

• Responsible for the overall recruitment process from creating requisitions to hire, job postings, sourcing and screening candidates, participating in interviews, checking references, verifying background checks, and preparing offer letters for successful candidates.
• Assist in the transfers of internal staff as necessary.
• Responsible to identify and implement recruitment strategies to effectively source and recruit specific skill sets with external agencies such as industry associations, post-secondary institutions, and immigrant service organizations.
• Network and liaise within technical associations or the academic community to leverage the contacts on sourcing specific candidates.
• Participate in the implementation of new and existing recruitment initiatives such as road shows, career fairs, targeted advertising, print material, utilization of agencies and search firms, etc. to maximize the pool of potential candidates.
• Perform and analyze recruitment market data research against internal manpower forecasts to determine recruitment business plans and strategies.
• Maintain and update the applicant database.
• Coach and advise the supervisors/managers on labour standards pertinent to staffing practices within Saskatchewan.
• Manage the postings of all external and internal Careers Page postings.
• Report on recruitment activities, and prepare & review manpower requirements with each client group.
• Working in collaboration with the leads to ensure that recruitment initiatives and processes are developed, implemented, communicated and delivered in support of the approved Infrastructure staffing plans.
• Participate in the assessment of the needs of the business from an organizational effectiveness perspective in support of recruitment initiatives.
• Ensure the necessary tools and information packages are obtained and developed for new projects.
• Ensure all internal process and procedures are adhered to when recruiting employees.
• Understand hiring manager’s needs and build internal relationships. Site visits as required.
• Build strong relationships with the project Human Resources teams and hiring managers to ensure process and procedures are being followed.
• Communicate and train other functional groups within the division to the Recruitment Policies and Procedures.
• Provide constant updates and reporting on recruitment strategies and plans to the Recruitment Lead/Manager to ensure alignment with the manpower forecasts.
• Educate both the hiring manager and external candidates in company’s hiring process.
• May be required to perform other duties as assigned not otherwise captured in this position description.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Degree and minimum 3 years of directly related trades hiring experience OR Diploma/Certificate and minimum 2 years of related experience is required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication with a positive, client/candidate-focused customer service attitude.
• Solid understanding and ability to source candidates.
• Must have strong negotiation, analytical skills, and the ability to make cold calls.
• Strong attention to detail, team player, work well with others and organization skills.
• Ability to change recruitment direction and priorities, based on ever changing critical needs.
• Able to work in fast paced work environment.
• Ability to travel to site as needed.
• Driving License and car will be required.
• In-office or hybrid working arrangement.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education within Human Resources or Business related. fields preferred CPHR or RPR preferred.
• High volume recruiting experience is an asset.
• Experience recruiting TRADE/CRAFT roles within the Construction industry is preferred.
• Expert Computer Skills: SuccessFactors Applicant Tracking System or prior experience with an applicant tracking system is an asset.
• Understanding of Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trades Certification system.

Jardeg has quietly existed as the construction industry’s best-kept secret for over 15 years. We provide several professional services, including recruitment, finance, and administration, for a select, elite group of companies who are proud suppliers of construction, maintenance, and turnaround services for Graham’s sophisticated portfolio of large, complex projects.