Talent Acquisition Specialist / Recruiter

Possible work locations: New Liskeard, Sudbury or Timmins

Under the supervision of the HR and H&S Manager, the Talent Acquisition Specialist plays a key role in supporting the company’s workforce growth by leading full-cycle recruitment and onboarding activities.

This role is primarily focused on attracting, sourcing, and hiring qualified candidates (approximately 80% of workload), as well as ensuring a structured and engaging onboarding experience for new employees working across our mining and crushing operations in Northeastern Ontario.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Talent Acquisition & Recruitment

• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract skilled trades and operational talent in the mining and crushing industry.
• Draft and post job advertisements across multiple platforms (Indeed, LinkedIn, industry boards, local networks).
• Source candidates through proactive outreach, resume databases, and networking initiatives in Northern Ontario.
• Screen resumes and conduct initial phone interviews with candidates.
• Coordinate and participate in interviews.
• Conduct reference checks and support candidate evaluation and selection.
• Prepare and extend job offers, employment contracts, and hiring documentation.
• Maintain an active pipeline of candidates for recurring and hard-to-fill roles (remote sites, rotational schedules).
• Track recruitment metrics and continuously improve hiring processes.
• Participate in job fairs and community hiring events in Northern Ontario.

2. Onboarding & Employee Integration

• Coordinate and execute onboarding processes for new hires across multiple sites.
• Ensure completion of all required employment documentation and compliance requirements.
• Support site integration by coordinating travel, accommodations, and rotation schedules where applicable.
• Deliver or coordinate onboarding sessions and ensure alignment with company policies and safety standards.
• Follow up with new hires to support retention and engagement during the first months of employment.

3. Collaboration & HR Support

• Work closely with operations teams to understand workforce needs and site-specific requirements.
• Provide guidance to managers on hiring best practices and candidate selection.
• Ensure compliance with Ontario labor standards and company policies.
• Contribute to HR projects, policies, and continuous improvement initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3 to 5 years of experience of recruitment or talent acquisition experience (industrial, mining, or construction is a strong asset).
• Diploma, certificate, or degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or related field.
• Experience recruiting in remote regions or for rotational schedules (asset).

CONDITIONS & BENEFITS

• 5-2 schedule, 40h/week
• Group Insurance
• RRSP Match
• Employee Assistance Program

Pay: $72,000.00-$90,000.00 per year

Benefits

• Company events
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• RRSP match
• VRSP

Work Location: In person