Recruitment Lead Administrative · Calgary

New West Truck; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking dealership in the Heavy Truck industry as a Talent Acquisition Lead. This role offers the chance to innovate recruitment strategies while fostering relationships with hiring managers and candidates. You'll spend your time sourcing skilled talent, designing staffing plans, and analyzing recruitment data to optimize outcomes. With a commitment to professional development and a positive work atmosphere, this position is perfect for someone passionate about connecting people with opportunities. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are eager to make a significant impact, this is the role for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years as an in-house recruiter for trades or industrial roles.
• Strong grasp of recruitment technology and tools.

Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end recruitment across all NWTC locations.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to shape talent attraction strategies.

Skills

Recruitment Strategy

Relationship Management

Sourcing Expertise

Analytical Skills

Technology Proficiency

Education

Certificate in Marketing

Diploma in Communications

Degree in Business Administration

Tools

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

Job Boards

Social Media

Job description

Why Join Us NOW

• 2024 Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation
• 2024 Canada’s Best Employers for Recent Graduates
• DTNA Elite Support Certified Dealership

• Leadership’s actions match their words
• Our pioneering spirit is driven by our power to innovate and our openness to change
• New West Truck Centres is a leading dealership in the Heavy Truck industry

Our Commitment

Treated Well - Your direct manager and senior leadership team create a positive work atmosphere that motivates employees to perform their best, fosters loyalty, and promotes long-term organizational success.

Trained Well - Professional development and training are part of our culture.

Paid Well – Our total compensation offers health, dental, EFAP, vision & life insurance. Base salary range for a Talent Acquisition Lead is $70,000-$80,000

The Role

Reporting to the VP – HR, the Recruitment Lead will drive end to end recruitment across all NWTC locations. The role combines strategic planning and hands-on delivery, requiring deep sourcing expertise, excellent relationship management skills, and the ability to navigate complex talent markets.

Overview of responsibilities

Recruitment Process – 70% of your time is spent here

• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand and shape the talent attraction strategy based on workforce requirements, job specifications and business needs.
• Design and deliver annual staffing plans in partnership with hiring managers to ensure recruitment efforts align seamlessly with business needs.
• Source skilled candidates through diverse channels, screen their qualifications, and conduct in-depth interviews to ensure a perfect match with business requirements.
• Establish and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for critical roles, ensuring readiness to meet future hiring demands, especially in high-turnover or remote regions.
• Leverage local networks, digital channels, and partnerships to promote the company’s value proposition in regions with limited candidate pools.
• Maintain adherence to legal and ethical hiring standards across all geographies, while continuously refining recruitment processes for effectiveness and inclusivity.

Campus Recruitment- 10% of your time is spent here

• Develop strong relationships with trade schools, apprentice programs, and industry associations to access emerging talent, while designing and delivering impactful branding initiatives, recruitment events, and presentations.

Reporting, Analytics & Recruitment Technology – 10% of your time is spent here

• Analyse recruitment data, report on areas for improvement, optimize the process with the goal to enhance overall recruitment outcomes.

Personal and Professional Development – 10% of your time is spent here

• Invest time and stay up to date with latest labour market trends, attending seminars, best practice courses, and other training regularly.
• Other duties and project opportunities will arise.

Education

• Certificate, Diploma or Degree in Marketing, Communications, Sales, Business Administration or other relevant post secondary education
• A combination of education and experience will be considered.

Experience

• 5+ years as an inhouse recruiter for trades, industrial or manufacturing
• Solid grasp and love of technology. Using ATS, job boards, social media and other recruitment tools.
• Great track record of leveraging technology to streamline processes, enhance efficiency and expand candidate reach.
• A good foundational understanding of the intricacies of our industry, its job roles, technical requirements and market trends.
• Adept at building long term relationships
• Proven ability to effectively source and assess candidates with the right skills and qualifications

Other Important Details

• We welcome all qualified candidates to apply, the diversity of our workforce reflects the communities and customers we serve
• Professional references will be required