Recruiter, Craft

**Come Build Your Career at Aecon**

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

- **Safety Always.** Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
- **Integrity.** We lead by example, with humility and courage.
- **Accountability.** We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
- **Inclusion.**We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us

At Aecon we:

- Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to **support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.**:

- Believe in helping you build your career through our **Aecon University and Leadership Programs.**:

- Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our **Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs**, and our **Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)**to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
- Are a **leader in sustainable construction**. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by **minimizing our impact** on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement - driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community

**Position Overview**

Reporting to the Manager of Labour Relations, the Craft Recruiter is responsible for providing transactional recruitment support for trades positions and will assist with building and fostering a positive labour relations environment between our Project Teams and trade union partners.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Collaborate with hiring managers to understand their recruitment needs and provide guidance on the screening process
- Assist with the creation of onboarding documentation (offer letters, agreements, etc.)
- Develop collaborative relationships with the business leaders, hiring managers, site admins and stakeholders to foster effective relationships
- Support creation and maintenance of Job Descriptions as required.
- Maintain up to date knowledge of construction industry trends and best practices for recruitment
- Other duties and responsibilities as required

**Required Knowledge and Experience**
- Degree or diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is an asset
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in full cycle recruitment in a high volume environment required. Preference would be given to those with construction, heavy civil, oil and gas, mining or similar experience.
- Knowledge of the construction industry and trade unions is required
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build superior working relationships
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Knowledge of provincial employment laws, best practices and legal framework
- Strong attention to detail and problem solving skills is essential
- Strategic thinking and excellent organizational skills, including the ability to multi task and to function independently in a fast-paced environment
- Experience with HRIS systems
- Advanced computer skills MS Office including Excel, Power Point, Word, Outlook and grievance or document management systems
- Valid Drivers License require for frequent travel for meetings and conferences
- Ability to travel to Project Sites is an asset