Company Description
In a complex and ever-changing world, we’re the ones who get it done. CEDA is where resourcefulness meets inventiveness, where experience meets innovation and where challenges inspire world-class solutions. With over 50 years of hands-on experience, our skilled workforce takes on the toughest industrial projects with determination, ingenuity and a results-driven approach—always with safety at the forefront.
We help industries thrive by delivering reliable industrial and environmental services that maximize production, mitigate risk and prevent costly outages. Powered by cutting-edge technologies, CEDA provides more than 120 specialized services and cost-effective solutions across North America, creating exceptional value for our clients.
We are committed to putting the right people, in the right place, at the right time while offering an inclusive work environment, opportunities for professional development, a competitive compensation package and excellent benefits.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, CEDA has opportunities for you!
Job Description
CEDA is looking for a full time Recruitment Specialist to join our team out of our Calgary location. This role is responsible for supporting the full recruitment lifecycle and executing effective recruitment strategies with a focus on talent attraction, employer branding, and pipeline development. The successful candidate will also support and represent CEDA at career fairs and industry events.
This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys variety in their work and takes a hands-on approach to supporting recruitment and talent initiatives. You’re organized, proactive, and comfortable working with multiple stakeholders while helping attract and engage top talent. Apply now and be part of an established organization recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies!
What we offer:
- Excellent benefits and matching pension contributions starting on your first day!
- Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, with the flexibility to work 3 days in the office and 2 days from home
- CEDA’s Office is located along the scenic Bow River!
- A collaborative and supportive team culture that encourages learning and growth
- A dynamic role that blends corporate recruitment, project-based field deployment, and employer brand strategy and development
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
- Partner with hiring leaders across all regions and service lines to define role requirements, develop recruitment strategies, and create clear, compelling job descriptions & advertisements and facilitate sourcing efforts
- Coordinate and support the full interview and selection process, including facilitating interviews, advising on hiring decisions, and managing verbal and written offers
- Build and maintain talent pipelines through industry networking, community partnerships, early talent and workforce programs, and grant-related initiatives
- Support recruitment marketing efforts through social media, including content creation, posting, candidate engagement, ad boosting, and campaign development
- Support internal talent development
- Identify, track, and coordinate participation in job fairs, hiring events, and community outreach initiatives across all regions, with outcomes as required
- Participate in cross-functional team projects and initiatives, as required
- Promote CEDA’s employer brand and represent the company in a professional and positive manner
- Other duties as assigned; some travel is required
Role Specifications:
- 3–5 years’ experience in a people-facing human resources role, such as recruitment, talent acquisition, HR coordination, workforce programs, or employee-facing HR support, is required
- Proficiency in social media platforms, including LinkedIn and Facebook, with demonstrated ability to create recruitment-focused posts, respond to candidate inquiries, monitor engagement, boost advertisements, and run basic recruitment campaigns preferred
- Experience using content creation or design tools such as Canva or similar platforms to develop graphics for social media, job fairs, and recruitment or employer branding materials preferred
- Experience supporting workforce programs, community partnerships, early talent initiatives, or grant-related processes is preferred
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel (tracking and reporting), Word (job descriptions and communications), and PowerPoint (presentations and recruitment materials)
- Experience in an industrial, field-based, or oilfield services environment is considered an asset, particularly supporting high-volume field operations or geographically dispersed teams
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence with no more than 5 demerits in the last 3 years is required
Personal Characteristics:
- Responsiveness and urgency awareness - able to act quickly on time-sensitive hiring needs and maintain momentum in the recruitment process
- Relationship-focused - the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with employees, candidates, customers, and co-workers
- Strong written communication skills – the ability to write and enhance job descriptions and communicate professionally with field-level employees and leadership
- Candidate-focused mindset - ensuring a smooth and engaging experience throughout the hiring process
- A true team player - self-motivated, ready to jump in where needed, take the lead on new initiatives, and contribute to ongoing improvements
Additional Information
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhausted list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
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