Talent Acquisition Advisor

Finning International Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Health benefits

Pension plan

Learning opportunities

Job summary

Finning Canada is seeking a proactive Talent Acquisition Advisor based in Edmonton to manage full-cycle recruitment across operations. You will partner with hiring managers to attract top talent, build effective strategies, and deliver an exceptional candidate experience.

The role requires 2–3 years of recruitment experience, proficiency with Workday Recruiting, and strong stakeholder management. A hybrid work arrangement and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Postsecondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 2–3 years of full-cycle recruitment experience in in-house or agency settings.
• Experience using HRIS or ATS, preferably Workday Recruiting.
• Demonstrated stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment from requisition to onboarding.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand workforce needs and develop tailored strategies.
• Source, screen, and engage qualified candidates through LinkedIn, job boards, referrals, and networking.
• Coordinate interviews and facilitate communication between candidates and teams.
• Develop and maintain talent pipelines for high-volume and specialized roles.
• Provide hiring managers with market insights and recruitment trends.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience and compliant processes in Workday.

Skills

Full-cycle recruitment

Workday Recruiting

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

Postsecondary education in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS

Workday Recruiting

Job description

Company: Finning Canada Number of Openings: 1 Worker Type: Permanent Position Overview: Company Overview At Finning, we are the world's largest Caterpillar dealer, delivering unrivaled support to customers across diverse industries including mining, construction, energy, forestry, and transportation. Our people are the foundation of our success, and we are committed to attracting top talent who share our values of safety, integrity, collaboration, and customer excellence. We are seeking a proactive and relationship-focused Talent Acquisition Advisor to join our Talent Acquisition team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to partner with hiring leaders across the business, helping to attract and hire exceptional talent that supports Finning's continued growth and operational excellence.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Manager, Talent Acquisition, the Talent Acquisition Advisor will manage full-cycle recruitment activities across a variety of operational functions. The successful candidate will work closely with hiring managers to develop effective recruitment strategies, identify top talent, and deliver an exceptional candidate experience. This role is ideal for a recruiter, based in Edmonton, with 2-3 years of recruitment experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys building strong partnerships with stakeholders. Experience recruiting for skilled trades, technicians, mechanics, or operational roles is considered a strong asset.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment activities from requisition intake through offer acceptance and onboarding.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand workforce needs and develop tailored recruitment strategies.
• Source, assess, and engage qualified candidates through various channels, including LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, referrals, and networking.
• Conduct recruiter screens and evaluate candidates against role requirements, competencies, and cultural fit.
• Coordinate interviews and facilitate communication between candidates and hiring teams.
• Develop and maintain talent pipelines for high-volume and specialized positions.
• Provide hiring managers with market insights, recruitment trends, and talent availability data.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience through timely communication and professional representation of the Finning brand.
• Maintain accurate candidate and requisition records within Workday and ensure compliance with recruitment processes.
• Support recruitment initiatives for corporate, technical, operational, and skilled trades positions.
• Participate in employer branding initiatives, career fairs, and talent attraction campaigns.
• Collaborate with HR partners and business leaders to support workforce planning activities.
• Ensure recruitment practices align with employment legislation, company policies, and diversity, equity, and inclusion objectives.

Qualifications Required

• Postsecondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2-3 years of full-cycle recruitment experience in an in-house or agency recruiting environment.
• Experience utilizing an HRIS or Applicant Tracking System, preferably Workday Recruiting.
• Demonstrated experience sourcing and screening candidates across diverse functions.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Teams, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Preferred

• Experience recruiting for skilled trades, heavy equipment technicians, mechanics, field service personnel, construction, mining, or industrial roles.
• Knowledge of the heavy equipment, mining, construction, or industrial sectors.
• Experience using LinkedIn Recruiter and other proactive sourcing tools.

Success in This Role

• Build strong partnerships with hiring leaders across Finning.
• Deliver high-quality talent quickly and efficiently.
• Effectively manage multiple active requisitions in a fast-paced environment.
• Drive an outstanding candidate experience.
• Contribute to the ongoing enhancement of Finning's talent acquisition practices and employer brand.

Why Finning?

• Competitive salary and annual incentive program.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Pension and savings programs.
• Hybrid work environment.
• Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunity to recruit for one of Canada's leading industrial and equipment organizations.
• Collaborative culture focused on safety, innovation, and customer success.

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.

About Us

Finning is the world's largest Caterpillar dealer delivering unrivalled service for over 80 years. The company sells, rents and provides parts and service for equipment and engines to customers in various industries, including mining, construction, petroleum, forestry and a wide range of power systems applications. Finning employs approximately 14,500 people world-wide and operates in three geographies, with the head office in Vancouver, BC, Canada.

OUR DIVISIONS

Finning International Inc. is the corporate head office of the publicly traded corporation, which is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol: FTT. Finning Canada is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, the Northwest Territories, and a portion of Nunavut. Finning South America is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in Chile, Argentina, and Bolivia. Finning UK and Ireland is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Rental of equipment is facilitated through the dealership locations as well as The Cat Rental Store locations in Finning Canada and Finning South America. OEM Remanufacturing - OEM, a Finning enterprise, is one of North America's most advanced engine and powertrain component remanufacturing providers and is located in Edmonton, Alberta.