Talent Acquisition Specialist

Shift Energy Group; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Talent Acquisition Specialist to join their Human Resources team. This role involves managing the full recruitment cycle, collaborating with hiring managers, and enhancing employer branding initiatives. Ideal for someone with a passion for recruitment in the solar or renewable energy sector, you'll thrive in a fast-paced environment while ensuring a positive candidate experience. Join a company committed to sustainable energy solutions and be part of a positive, inclusive work culture that values your contributions.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Company-Matched RRSP Contributions

Paid Vacation and Sick Leave

Professional Development Fund

Regular Team Events

Hybrid Work Flexibility

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of recruitment experience in a corporate or agency environment.
• Proven ability to manage full-cycle recruitment processes effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment across multiple departments.
• Develop strategic sourcing plans to attract top talent.

Skills

Recruitment Experience

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Sourcing Passive Candidates

Managing Multiple Requisitions

Education

CPHR Designation

Tools

ATS Platforms (NetSuite, Humi)

LinkedIn Recruiter

Job description

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Location: Vancouver, B.C.

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Salary: $55,000 – $60,000 per year + Placement Bonus

About Shift Energy Group

Shift Energy Group is a leader in designing and building solar and energy storage projects across Canada. We work on residential, commercial, off-grid, and on-grid projects, offering comprehensive solar and energy storage solutions tailored to diverse energy needs.

Headquartered in Victoria, BC, we operate in five provinces: British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia. Our mission is to deliver exceptional, sustainable energy solutions that drive positive change and move the industry forward.

About the Role

Shift Energy Group is seeking a results-driven Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our Human Resources team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the full recruitment cycle, from sourcing candidates to facilitating offers. You will partner closely with hiring managers across departments to understand workforce needs and deliver high-quality talent in alignment with our culture and goals. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone experienced in high-volume or technical recruitment, especially within the solar or renewable energy industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage full-cycle recruitment across multiple departments, including job postings, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer negotiations.
• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans to attract top talent using job boards, social media, networking, referrals, and industry events.
• Partner with hiring managers to define job requirements, selection criteria, and hiring timelines.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience through consistent communication and timely feedback.
• Maintain and optimize the applicant tracking system (ATS); track candidate data and recruitment metrics.
• Contribute to employer branding initiatives and promote Shift Energy Group as an employer of choice.
• Collaborate with HR and leadership on workforce planning and talent pipeline development.
• All other duties as seen necessary for this role.

What We’re Looking For:

• 2–4 years of recruitment experience, ideally in a corporate or agency environment.
• Demonstrated success managing full-cycle recruitment processes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience with ATS platforms (e.g., NetSuite, Humi)
• Proven ability to source passive candidates using LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, and other tools.
• Ability to manage multiple requisitions in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a fast-paced or high-volume recruiting environment.
• Familiarity with Canadian employment law and hiring practices for various provinces in Canada.
• CPHR designation is preferred.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive base salary of $55,000–$60,000 annually, with additional performance-based bonuses tied to successful placements.
• Comprehensive health benefits, including dental and vision
• Company-matched RRSP contributions
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• A professional development fund to support your growth
• A positive, inclusive, and dynamic work culture with regular team events
• Hybrid work flexibility

Join us in shaping the future of the solar industry in Canada.

To learn more about our team and culture, visit shift.ca or check out @shiftenergygroup on Instagram.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At Shift Energy Group, we are committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities. All qualified applicants will receive fair and equal consideration for employment.