Manager, Talent Acquisition

GFL Environmental Inc.; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

HSA employer contribution

Dental and vision coverage

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

GFL Environmental is seeking a dynamic Manager, Recruitment - Field Operations to lead our field hiring initiatives across the USA. This role thrives in a high-volume, fast-paced environment and focuses on building and mentoring a capable recruitment team.

You will oversee end-to-end recruitment, collaborate with Talent Operations, and train hiring managers on structured interviewing and best practices, while ensuring compliance with US labor laws and regulatory standards. Travel 30% is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of senior-level recruitment management experience in high-volume field or industrial hiring environments.
• Proven track record mentoring and managing recruitment staff from coordinators to senior recruiters.
• Hands-on expertise with Applicant Tracking Systems, especially Workday, and HR databases.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end recruitment and mentor the field recruitment team to maximize potential.
• Partner with Talent Operations to refine tools, workflows, and ATS processes.
• Forecast hiring needs with department and field managers and train hiring managers in structured interviewing.
• Develop targeted talent attraction initiatives to strengthen employer brand and candidate pipelines.
• Ensure compliance with US labor laws across recruitment activities and represent the company at career events.

Skills

Leadership

High-volume recruitment

Mentoring

Stakeholder management

Tools

Workday

ATS

HR databases

Job description

GFL Environmental is expanding and evolving our talent recruitment strategies. We are seeking a dynamic and proactive Manager, Recruitment - Field Operations to lead our field hiring initiatives across the USA. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a high-volume, fast-paced environment and is passionate about building and nurturing a talented team.

Your Impact:

• Talent Recruitment & Team Leadership: Drive the end-to-end recruitment process and mentor the field recruitment team to maximize their potential. Innovate recruitment strategies to enhance efficiency from candidate attraction to final onboarding.
• Strategic Collaboration & Process Improvement: Partner closely with Talent Operations to refine recruitment tools, workflows, and Applicant Tracking System processes. Monitor and update key recruitment metrics to continuously optimize hiring practices.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Training: Work directly with department and field operations managers to forecast ongoing hiring needs. Provide hands-on support and training to hiring managers regarding recruitment best practices and structured interviewing.
• Brand & Network Development: Amplify GFL’s market presence by empowering your team to leverage strategic industry partnerships. Develop targeted talent attraction initiatives to engage top-tier candidates and boost employer brand visibility.
• Compliance & Best Practices: Maintain full compliance across all recruitment activities by ensuring strict adherence to Canadian labor laws and regulations. Represent GFL at career events, trade shows, and job fairs to position the company as an employer of choice.

What You Bring:

• Experience: 5+ years of senior-level recruitment management experience, specifically specializing in high-volume, field, or industrial hiring environments.
• Leadership: Proven track record of leading, mentoring, and managing recruitment staff ranging from entry-level coordinators to senior recruiters.
• Tech Savvy: Advanced expertise using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), with direct hands-on experience using Workday and related HR databases.
• Legal & Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of provincial and federal US labor legislation, compliance standards, and recruitment best practices.
• Operational Mobility: Willingness and capability to forge strong, in-person operational partnerships with field teams across US (30% travel)

Why Join GFL?

At GFL Environmental, we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to shape the future of a rapidly growing green-industry leader.

• Health: 4 medical plan options including a HSA with employer contribution & match program, dental, and vision coverage.
• Wellness: Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services, Paid time off
• Financial: 401(k) with an employer match and competitive wages
• Culture: Growth opportunities and continuous learning opportunities

Join us and become part of "Team Green" at GFL Environmental, where your skills and dedication will be valued and rewarded.