Job Description
Located at 3099 Barrington Street in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, B3K 5M7, and 35 Micmac Boulevard, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada, B3A 4Y8, Irving Shipbuilding is proud to be Canada’s National Shipbuilder.Over the next 30 years, our shipbuilders will construct 20+ modern patrol ships and surface combatants for the Royal Canadian Navy as part of the largest defence procurement project in Canadian history.
We have built more than 80% of Canada's current combatant fleet and continue to perform maintenance and modernization work on these vessels.We are committed to building the best ships, with the best workforce in the best facilities. By joining our team of more than 2,300 shipbuilders, you can enjoy a dynamic, diverse, and family-friendly career with a company dedicated to your success, learning, health, wellness, and safety.
Irving Shipbuilding Inc. is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist .
Reporting to the Manager, Human Resources Enablement, the Talent Acquisition Specialist is part of a dynamic and fast-paced professional team focused on sourcing and retaining the best and the brightest to join our company.
The ideal candidate is collaborative, customer focused and builds strong relationships inside and outside of the organization. They thrive in a fast-paced environment and are comfortable leveraging a variety of international channels to build networks and develop sourcing pipelines to achieve our staffing needs.
If you are an intrinsically motivated professional who takes pride in finding the 'needle in a haystack' and anticipates opportunities then acts upon them, we want to hear from you!
This is a permanent full-time role based in Halifax Regional Municipality, Nova Scotia. The primary language of work is English.We encourage applications from qualified African Nova Scotians, racially visible persons, women (applying for non-traditional positions), persons with disabilities, Aboriginal persons, and persons of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. ISI encourages applicants to self-identify in the cover letter/resume portion of your application. Irving Shipbuilding Inc. is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment where all employees feel supported and valued.ISI is committed to working towards a barrier-free workplace and to expanding the accessibility of the workplace to persons with disabilities. Candidates who require accommodation during the selection process are invited to contact recruitment@irvingshipbuilding.com .
Qualifications:
· Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience.
· Years of Experience Required:
o 2-5 years of relevant work experience.
o 2 years of experience working with agencies.
· Excellent computer systems skills; MS Office and HRIS.
· Experience with Taleo, HCM or Kronos is considered a strong asset.
· Customer focused individual with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
· Energetic self-starter who enjoys working in a fast paced, team-oriented environment.
All successful applicants must meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
Key Responsibilities:
· Work closely with HR Business Partners and Hiring Managers on future workforce planning and to ensure candidate suitability.
· Work closely with Hiring Managers and HR Business Partners to plan, coordinate, and execute the recruitment process.
· Execute the comprehensive recruitment process for all candidates including screening and distributing resumes and coordinating interviews and candidate visits.
· Participate in business improvement initiatives and identify opportunities to improve our recruitment processes.
· Partner with the business to plan and execute hiring fairs and events.
· Seek opportunities to further leverage technology to facilitate recruitment process.
· Leverage social and digital campaigns to promote employment brand and attract qualified candidates.
· Act as a key liaison and develop strong relationships with our Recruitment partner.
· Continually research and understand industry trends and how they affect the candidate’s decision-making process to improve our overall strategy and develop supporting material.
· Build and maintain a strong network through interaction with industry stakeholders.
· Coordinate and ensure all required immigration paperwork is processed in a timely manner.
What We Offer:
Irving Shipbuilding is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including but not limited to:
· A flexible medical, dental, and vision plan.
· Employee & Family Assistance Programs.
· RRSP matching program.
· Health & Wellness reimbursements.
· Opportunities to take part in job related training and development.
· Growth and progression opportunities within Irving Shipbuilding and the larger network of the JD Irving group of companies.
· Relocation costs (if eligible).
Please be advised that some positions within our business have been designated as ‘Safety Sensitive’ where the employee holding the position has a heightened responsibility for his/her own safety or the safety of others due to the nature of the job. If this is the case, you will be informed in the interview process.
To Apply for this Career Opportunity:
Please complete the online application form. An up-to-date resume of experience and education is required.
All applications will be reviewed by one of our recruiters. If the recruiter sees a potential opportunity (current or future) that matches your skills and experience, you will be contacted to discuss your qualifications for a position with Irving Shipbuilding.
We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
To learn more about our products and services, click here .
Irving Shipbuilding Inc. is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.
We do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, and we are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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