Position Summary
The Talent Acquisition Specialist – North America is responsible for managing the end-to-end recruitment process across Master Drilling’s North American operations, specifically Raise Bore Operators. This role partners closely with operational leaders, technical managers, and HR to attract and hire high-quality talent across a range of functions including operations, technical roles, engineering, corporate support, and leadership positions. The position plays a key role in building strong talent pipelines, supporting workforce planning, and ensuring the company can attract skilled professionals in the competitive mining and heavy industrial sectors.
Key Responsibilities1. Talent Acquisition & Recruitment
- Manage the full recruitment lifecycle including sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer management, and onboarding coordination.
- Recruit for a variety of positions including:
- Operations and field personnel
- Technical and engineering roles
- Skilled trades
- Corporate and administrative roles
- Supervisory and leadership positions
- Develop and maintain effective recruitment strategies to fill roles in remote project environments and corporate locations.
2. Candidate Sourcing & Talent Pipeline Development
- Build and maintain proactive talent pipelines for recurring and hard-to-fill roles.
- Utilize multiple sourcing channels including:
- Professional networks and industry associations
- Online job boards and LinkedIn
- Employee referral programs
- Direct outreach and passive candidate engagement
- Maintain relationships with industry professionals, training institutions, and recruitment partners.
3. Hiring Manager Partnership
- Collaborate with hiring managers to understand workforce needs and project timelines.
- Develop clear and compelling job descriptions and recruitment strategies.
- Provide guidance to managers on interview techniques, candidate evaluation, and hiring decisions.
4. Candidate Assessment & Selection
- Conduct structured interviews to evaluate:
- Technical skills
- Industry experience
- Safety awareness
- Cultural fit and leadership potential
- Coordinate interviews with site leaders, operational managers, and senior leadership.
- Ensure consistent and fair evaluation of candidates.
5. Offer Management & Compliance
- Facilitate employment offers including compensation discussions and employment agreements.
- Ensure compliance with relevant US and Canadian labor laws and employment regulations.
- Coordinate pre-employment checks including background verification, medical screening, and certifications where applicable.
6. Onboarding & Integration
- Support onboarding processes to ensure new employees are effectively integrated into the organization.
- Coordinate with HR and operations teams for mobilization to remote project locations where required.
- Monitor early employee engagement and retention.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Time to fill open positions
- Offer acceptance rate
- Quality of hire and retention
- Hiring manager satisfaction
- Cost per hire
- Candidate pipeline strength
- Compliance with recruitment procedures
Qualifications and Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
Professional Certification (Preferred)
- SHRM-CP / SHRM-SCP
- CHRP or equivalent HR certification
Experience
- 3–6 years recruitment or talent acquisition experience.
- Experience recruiting in mining, construction, engineering, or industrial environments preferred.
- Experience supporting multi-site or regional recruitment considered an advantage.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management
- Effective interviewing and candidate assessment
- Strategic sourcing and talent pipeline development
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Data-driven recruitment approach
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Technology Skills
- Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
- LinkedIn Recruiter and digital sourcing tools
- HRIS platforms (ADP, Workday, Kronos, etc.)
- Microsoft Office Suite
Working Conditions
- Occasional travel to regional offices and project sites across North America
- In office with the ability to support hiring for remote or rotational work environments
- Flexible work approach to meet operational recruitment needs
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00-$35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Greater Sudbury, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:
- Talent acquisition: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
Location:
- Greater Sudbury, ON (required)
Work Location: In person
