Talent Acquisition Specialist (Nuclear)

Black & McDonald Limited; Pickering; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Community & wellness initiatives

Team building events

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Rewards and recognition

Job summary

Black & McDonald Limited in Pickering, Ontario, is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist for a 6-month contract to support full-cycle recruitment across the region. You will draft and post roles, manage the ATS, and partner with managers to fill openings.

The role demands 1–3+ years of high-volume recruiting, strong interviewing and sourcing skills, and the ability to build candidate pipelines using BreezyHR and MS 365. A focus on candidate experience and employer branding is essential.

Qualifications

• Completion of a College diploma or University degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• 1–3+ years’ full-cycle recruitment experience in an operationally focused team
• Proven experience sourcing, screening, interviewing, and recommending candidates for a variety of positions

Responsibilities

• Support the full-cycle recruitment process across the region; drafting and posting career opportunities, uploading and monitoring within BreezyHR
• Partner with hiring managers on recruitment needs, intake meetings, and job analysis
• Conduct resume reviews, phone screens, interviews, references, and PI assessments to identify top talent
• Prepare, update, and maintain offers, agreements, and job descriptions to ensure accuracy
• Attend recruitment events to promote Black & McDonald as a great place to work
• Ensure a positive candidate experience and smooth onboarding process
• Build candidate pipelines and attract qualified talent for open positions
• Develop relationships with candidates and promote the company as an employer of choice

Skills

Recruitment management

Candidate sourcing

Phone screens & interviews

Onboarding support

ATS proficiency

Communication

Education

College diploma or University degree in HR/Business Administration

Tools

BreezyHR

SharePoint

Microsoft 365

Job description

ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Black & McDonald’s Power Generation team is growing! If you are committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is located in Pickering and typically reports directly to the Regional Human Resources Manager. The Talent Acquisition Specialist plays a key role in delivering full-cycle recruitment support. This position will be responsible for high volume full-cycle recruitment activities. This is a 6-month contract position intended to support ongoing talent acquisition initiatives and business needs.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the full-cycle recruitment process across the region; drafting and posting career opportunities, uploading and monitoring within our applicant tracking system (BreezyHR)
• Partner with hiring managers on their recruitment needs, completing intake meetings and job analysis’ where necessary
• Conduct resume reviews, phone screens, interviews, references, and Predictive Index (PI) behavioral assessments to identify top talent
• Prepare, update, and maintain employment offers, employment agreements, and job descriptions to ensure accuracy and alignment with organizational requirements
• Attend recruitment and networking events internally and externally to promote B&M as a great place to work
• Ensure a positive candidate experience by guiding candidates throughout the recruitment process and facilitating a smooth transition through onboarding
• Leverage a variety of recruitment tools and resources to support candidate sourcing and hiring activities.
• Assist in building candidate pipelines and attracting qualified talent for open positions.
• Develops positive relationship with candidates and helps promote the company as an employer of choice.
  

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Communicates Effectively
• Customer Focus
• Holds Self and Others Accountable
• Problem Solving and Innovation
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Values and Respects Others
  

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Completion of a College diploma or University degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
  

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 1-3+ years’ full-cycle recruitment experience in an operationally focused team
• Proven experience sourcing, screening, interviewing, and recommending candidates for a variety of positions.
• Experience managing multiple requisitions simultaneously in a high-volume environment
• Experience in nuclear, construction, facilities management, facility services or related industry is an asset
  

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage recruitment activities, including candidate sourcing, screening, assessment and talent pipeline development
• Demonstrates initiative in applying recruitment best practices and building talent pipelines to support current and future staffing needs
• Demonstrates proficiency in leveraging diverse sourcing channels, including job boards, referrals, social media platforms, and networking opportunities, to build robust candidate pipelines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills
• Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy
• Strong understanding of employment legislation and recruitment best practices.
• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ATS), recruitment databases, and job posting platforms.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and SharePoint
• High degree of professionalism, discretion, accountability, and attention to detail.
• Ability to travel between offices as required
  

WORK PERKS & BENEFITS

• Opportunity to participate in community and wellness initiatives
• Team building events
• Access to a dynamic Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Rewards and recognition
  

COMPENSATION

The expected salary range for this role is between $24.00/hour and $30.00/hour. The starting salary will be based on several factors such as the successful candidate’s qualifications, including but not limited to education, experience and overall competencies. Salary is one component of Black & McDonald’s total rewards package. Total rewards vary by position and may include additional offerings such as group insurance benefits, pension plan, annual performance bonus, and career development programs.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.