Talent Acquisition Specialist

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: $19.74-$37.35 per hour

Benefits:

- Dental care

- Extended health care

- On-site parking

- Paid time off

- RRSP match

Work Location: In person