RECRUITERS ~ Work Hard, Play Hard!
Recruiters are a vital role that drives the recruitment process and attracts top talent with the desire and ability work independently and as part of a team.
A Recruiter will work as a collaborator with the management team and candidate pipeline and is accountable for the quantity and quality of applications as well as the candidate and hiring manager experience. They are focused on helping accomplish recruitment-related tasks and is the liaison between the organization, potential candidates and clients/partners.
Why Choose Heavy Metal Equipment & Rentals?
With 25 years of excellence, Heavy Metal Equipment and Rentals is proud to be North America’s largest heavy equipment rental company offering both rental services and comprehensive maintenance and repair solutions for heavy equipment.
At Heavy Metal, you're more than just a team member – you’re family. We prioritize a healthy work-life balance, and opportunities for personal and professional growth within a supportive, high-performance environment.
Join the industry leaders in heavy equipment maintenance and become part of something truly earth-moving!
The Job:
We are excited to add a NEW!! experienced, results-driven RECRUITER, to be based out of our Fort McMurray (Fort McKay/Wood Buffalo Region) office as a member of our Human Resources Team that is motivated, committed and wants to grow with us.
It is important that we have our recruiter on site, and in person; this is NOT a remote position.
This position will have you working 12-hour days on a 7/7 rotation, to assist with the increased demand we are facing to fill and support our teams appropriately.
An excellent Recruiter will:
- Be passionate and driven to find ideal candidates with the talent, skill set and attitudes to complement, grow and maintain positive work cultures and team environments
- Thrive in a rapidly changing environment
- Look forward to new challenges
- Be an excellent communicator through a variety of different channels, including great listening and having the ability to read and display positive body language
- Be confident
- Have a zest for learning
- Be a great listener
- Have exceptional networking and relationship-building skills
- Be technologically savvy
- Have exceptional time management and organizational skills
- Be an unbiased critical thinker
As a Recruiter YOU will:
- Collaborate with managers to define job qualifications and requirements
- Manage the recruitment process within the Human Resource Management System
- Review resumes and pre-screen surveys for high volumes of applicants
- Source candidates using various methods: online platforms, career fairs, networking, educational institutes, and direct sourcing
- Develop and maintain strong candidate pipelines
- Maintain detailed candidate records and ensure a smooth, positive candidate experience
- Schedule and conduct initial phone or in-person interviews
- Facilitate the full interview process, including reference checks
- Actively participate in job fairs and branding initiatives to attract top talent
- Provide innovative strategies for talent acquisition
- Assist with the orientation process as required
- Create and maintain recruitment-related reports, spreadsheets, and tracking systems
- Serve as an on-site liaison between operations and HR, supporting managers and teams
What we need from YOU:
- A minimum of 2 years of relevant, progressive experience in recruitment
- Certificate or diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or equivalent experience
- Knowledge of provincial legislation across Canada
- Ability to contribute to policy and procedure development
- Proven ability to proactively build strong professional relationships and networks
- Self motivated with the ability to work independently
- Team player, willing to cross-train within the department
- Strong organizational skills, capable of managing tight deadlines and a diverse workload
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing environments, analyze situations and make recommendations
- High ethical standards with the ability to handle sensitive information confidentially
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite of Products
- Experience delivering presentations to large groups
- Familiarity with ADP (an asset)
- Understanding of the products, services, and relevant industries
- Strong social media and intranet navigation skills
As part of our Hiring Process, YOU will be asked to:
- Complete a practical/technical, scenario-based interview
- Provide a minimum of a Class 5 Driver's License and clean Driver's Abstract
- Provide a criminal record check
- Complete drug and alcohol screening with a negative result
- Complete a fitness evaluation related specifically to your position
Our Commitment to YOU:
- Competitive wages & benefits
- Positive team environment
- Office equipment and supplies necessary to complete your duties
- A work environment dedicated to your safety
If you want to be part of a workplace that empowers you to achieve and succeed, we encourage you to forward your resume and cover letter by fax to 780-672-8599 or by email indicating Recruiter in the subject line.
We thank you for your interest in this position; however only those selected will be contacted for further pre-employment screening and interviews. Employment is conditional on negative pre-employment drug and alcohol screening result and the ability to meet the physical demands of this position. This posting will remain open until suitable candidates are found.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Are you available to work in-person, onsite, in our Fort McKay location?
Work Location: In person
