De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Ltd.
Talent Acquisition Specialist - FAL - Bilingual
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Leads full-cycle recruitment across the organization, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, candidate shortlisting, pipeline development, and pre-employment checks. Develops workforce resourcing strategies, recruitment KPIs, reporting, and social media campaigns. Partners with HR business partners and executives on hiring needs, internal transfers, promotions, and hard-to-fill positions while ensuring compliance with Canadian employment laws.
De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (DHC) is a storied name in the aerospace industry, recognized worldwide for its pioneering contributions to aviation and its unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and reliability. Headquartered in Calgary, AB, DHC currently has approximately 2,400 employees across British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario, as well as in markets and distribution hubs world-wide.
Established in 1928, De Havilland Canada has a rich history marked by the development of some of the most iconic and versatile aircraft ever built. These aircraft have served a variety of roles—from bush flying to commercial aviation—and are celebrated for their rugged durability, operational versatility, and excellence in performance.
Over the decades, De Havilland Canada has evolved to meet the changing needs of the aviation industry. Today, we are more than just an aircraft manufacturer; we are a comprehensive aerospace company with capabilities that span design, production, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services. Our operations are supported by a team of skilled engineers, technicians, and industry professionals who are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of craftsmanship and innovation.
Position Summary - le Français suit
As a Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will play a critical role in building the workforce that powers DHC’s next phase of growth. Working within the Talent Acquisition (‘TA’) Team, the TA Specialist will provide proactive sourcing, selection and recruitment services across the organization. The successful candidate must have proven expertise in the implementation of recruitment and selection processes in order to attract and source a diverse and high performing workforce. The TA Specialist’s ability to proactively source, engage and build relationships with talent in highly competitive markets will set the successful candidate apart from their industry peers.
Key Responsibilities
- In coordination with the Manager, HR Operations, Vice President, HR and key executives, evaluate recruitment needs and develop resourcing strategies based on operational requirements.
- Provide full cycle recruitment support, including the sourcing, screening, interviewing, and shortlisting of candidates for hiring manager consideration.
- Develop candidate pools for re-occurring and high-volume hiring needs, implementing strategies to maintain interested candidates in the talent pipeline.
- In coordination with the Manager, HR Operations, develop KPI’s and related reporting metrics for the tracking and evaluation of progress against manpower / resourcing plans; identifying hiring trends and issues specific to hard to fill positions / disciplines.
- Facilitate pre-employment background, criminal and other pre-employment screening, and testing, as required for the role.
- Work closely with the HR Business Partners on internal transfers and promotions to fill existing vacancies.
- In alignment with the Manager, HR Operations support the development and utilization of social media recruitment campaigns (e.g. Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter).
Qualifications & Skills
- Undergraduate degree in HR, Business, or related discipline.
- 5-7 years’ experience in full cycle recruitment.
- Bilingualism in French is considered an asset.
- Recruitment experience within the aerospace, manufacturing, transportation, logistics or related industry is considered an asset.
- CHRP designation is considered an asset.
- Strong knowledge of Provincial and Canadian Labour and Employment Laws, preferably in multi-provincial jurisdictions.
- Expertise in the use of social media (e.g. LinkedIn, Indeed, Twitter, Facebook) for recruitment campaigns.
- Experience with the Ceridian Dayforce ATS is considered a significant asset.
- Superior written, oral communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong commitment to business process improvement, with a focus on efficient delivery of services.
- Ability to plan and prioritize work and maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to 'think outside the box' with a proven track record of creative problem-solving and consensus building skills necessary to address operational resourcing challenges.
- Highly energetic with a strong work ethic and commitment to work in a team environment.
Sommaire du poste
À titre de spécialiste, acquisition de talents, vous jouerez un rôle clé dans le développement de la main-d'œuvre qui soutiendra la prochaine phase de croissance de DHC. Relevant de l’équipe de l’Acquisition de talents (« AT »), le titulaire du poste assurera de façon proactive les activités de recherche de candidats, de sélection et de recrutement à l’échelle de l’organisation.
Le candidat retenu devra démontrer une solide expertise dans la mise en œuvre de processus de recrutement et de sélection permettant d’attirer et de recruter une main-d’œuvre diversifiée et hautement performante. Sa capacité à repérer, mobiliser et développer des relations avec les meilleurs talents dans des marchés hautement concurrentiels constituera un facteur distinctif important.
Principales responsabilités- En collaboration avec le gestionnaire, Opérations RH, le vice-président, Ressources humaines, ainsi que les principaux dirigeants de l’organisation, évaluer les besoins de recrutement et élaborer des stratégies d’attraction des talents en fonction des exigences opérationnelles.
- Offrir un soutien complet en recrutement, incluant la recherche de candidats, la présélection, les entrevues et la présentation d’une liste restreinte de candidats aux gestionnaires recruteurs.
- Développer des bassins de candidats pour répondre aux besoins récurrents ou à fort volume d’embauche et mettre en œuvre des stratégies visant à maintenir l’intérêt des candidats au sein du pipeline de talents.
- En collaboration avec le gestionnaire, Opérations RH, élaborer des indicateurs clés de performance (KPI) et des mesures de suivi afin d’évaluer les progrès réalisés par rapport aux plans de main-d’œuvre et de dotation, tout en identifiant les tendances et les enjeux liés aux postes ou disciplines difficiles à pourvoir.
- Coordonner les vérifications préalables à l’emploi, incluant les antécédents judiciaires, les références, les évaluations et tout autre contrôle requis selon le poste.
- Travailler en étroite collaboration avec les partenaires d’affaires RH afin de soutenir les mutations internes et les promotions permettant de pourvoir les postes vacants.
- En partenariat avec le gestionnaire, Opérations RH, contribuer au développement et à l’utilisation de campagnes de recrutement sur les médias sociaux (LinkedIn, Facebook, X/Twitter, etc.).
- Baccalauréat en ressources humaines, en administration des affaires ou dans une discipline connexe.
- De 5 à 7 années d’expérience en recrutement complet (cycle complet).
- Le bilinguisme français-anglais est considéré comme un atout.
- Une expérience en recrutement dans les secteurs de l’aérospatiale, de la fabrication, du transport, de la logistique ou dans un domaine connexe constitue un atout.
- Le titre professionnel de CRHA, CRIA ou un titre équivalent est considéré comme un atout.
- Excellente connaissance des lois provinciales et fédérales canadiennes en matière de travail et d’emploi, idéalement dans un contexte multi-juridictionnel.
- Solide expertise dans l’utilisation des médias sociaux (LinkedIn, Indeed, Facebook, X/Twitter, etc.) à des fins de recrutement.
- Une expérience avec le système de suivi des candidatures (ATS) Ceridian Dayforce est considérée comme un atout important.
- Excellentes aptitudes en communication écrite et verbale ainsi qu’en relations interpersonnelles.
- Fort engagement envers l’amélioration continue des processus d’affaires et l’efficacité de la prestation de services.
- Capacité à planifier, à gérer les priorités et à maintenir un haut niveau de confidentialité.
- Capacité démontrée à faire preuve de créativité dans la résolution de problèmes, à proposer des solutions novatrices et à établir des consensus afin de relever les défis liés à la dotation.
- Personne dynamique, dotée d’une solide éthique de travail et d’un fort esprit de collaboration.
Why work at De Havilland?
De Havilland Canada is a Canadian-owned and operated aircraft manufacturer dedicated to providing rewarding opportunities in a diverse and welcoming workplace.
- Work with a team that makes a true difference in the world-making it possible for people to travel around the globe efficiently, comfortably and safely.
- We’ve manufactured over 5,600 aircraft including the most advanced turboprop in the air today. Our experience and expertise in constructing the highest performing aircraft in the industry is second to none.
- Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities are dynamic workplaces led by teams that support and encourage all employees.
- With a passionate team of innovators and a global network of support, De Havilland Canada proudly carries on it’s tradition as a leader in aerospace.
In addition to plenty of opportunities for career growth in a stimulating work environment, De Havilland Canada offers:
- Competitive wages
- Paid vacation
- Extended health benefits (medical, dental, vision, paramedical)
- Life insurance
- RRSP/DPSP Plan
- Employee and family assistance program
At De Havilland Aircraft of Canada (DHC), we are committed to protecting our people, customers, shareholders and the public through Health & Safety Excellence. As such, it is expected that all employees maintain strict adherence to Health & Safety Policies and to perform key physical tasks of the position described in the job description and interview process. This may include but is not limited to the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions including temperature extremes, confined spaces, working at heights and with or around chemicals. Employees are expected to adhere to the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when at work which must include but is not limited to the ability to maintain a positive fit test when mask use is required.
At De Havilland Canada, we aim to be inclusive and diverse and provide equal opportunity for employment. All qualified applicants, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, and disability, are encouraged to apply. De Havilland will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise your Talent Acquisition representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
Any offer of employment is conditional on the completion of positive and satisfactory background checks, which may include, proof that you are legally entitled to work in Canada, professional references, verification of employment history, verification of educational background and criminal background checks.
De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Ltd. Calgary, Alberta, CAN Office
Calgary, Canada
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