Talent Acquisitionist

At Protrans Personnel Services Inc., we recognize that the key to our success is our people. Protrans is a full-service, premium recruitment agency specializing in transportation, warehousing and distribution, manufacturing, and administrative placements. We pride ourselves in providing people solutions to help our customers meet their goals, and match employees with reward career opportunities. Protrans is part of J.D. Irving Group of Companies.

At Protrans, we prioritize delivering premium employee and customer experiences. To support this priority, Protrans is seeking an experienced Talent Acquisitionist who can join our family, and help to build great relationships, grow our business and promote our company values.

The Talent Acquisitionist will play a key role in the success of both our Driver Division. The Talent Acquisitionist will be involved in all aspects of the recruitment process, the employee lifecycle, customer and account management, and business development. The ideal candidate will be a team player, service oriented, strategic thinker, driven by processes and metrics.

What We Offer:

• Flexible medical, dental, and vision plan
• Employee & family assistance program
• RRSP matching program
• Health & Wellness reimbursements
• Product purchase program
• Opportunities to take part in job-related training and development
• $55,000 - $77,000 (please note that this is an estimate and actual pay will vary depending on experience, qualifications, and professional certifications.)

Responsibilities

• Full recruitment life cycle
• Full utilization of an Applicant Tracking System
• Use of a variety of posting/sourcing methods
• Building relationships with employees and customers to ensure they have an excellent experience
• Achieve daily, weekly, monthly targets
• Marketing qualified candidates to potential customers
• Growing business with existing customers
• Participating in networking events

Qualifications

• Fluent in English and French, Spoken, Written, Reading 
• Post secondary education or equivalent work experience
• Excellent communication skills 
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to facilitate meetings with employees, customers, and prospective customers
• 2+ years of high-volume recruitment experience
• Previous experience in transportation considered an asset
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills allowing you to manage multiple priorities at once
• Strong organizational skills demonstrating excellent attention to detail
• Passionate about recruitment
• Possess a valid Canadian Driver’s License and Ability to travel within Canada

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees.  At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

At Protrans Personnel Services Inc., we recognize that the key to our success is our people. Protrans is a full-service, premium recruitment agency specializing in transportation, warehousing and distribution, manufacturing, and administrative placements. We pride ourselves in providing people solutions to help our customers meet their goals, and match employees with reward career opportunities.