Manager, Talent Acquisition

GFL Environmental is expanding and evolving our talent recruitment strategies. We are seeking a dynamic and proactive Manager, Recruitment – Field Operations to lead our field hiring initiatives across Canada. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a high-volume, fast-paced environment and is passionate about building and nurturing a talented team.

Your Impact:

• Talent Recruitment & Team Leadership: Drive the end-to-end recruitment process and mentor the field recruitment team to maximize their potential. Innovate recruitment strategies to enhance efficiency from candidate attraction to final onboarding.
• Strategic Collaboration & Process Improvement: Partner closely with Talent Operations to refine recruitment tools, workflows, and Applicant Tracking System processes. Monitor and update key recruitment metrics to continuously optimize hiring practices.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Training: Work directly with department and field operations managers to forecast ongoing hiring needs. Provide hands-on support and training to hiring managers regarding recruitment best practices and structured interviewing.
• Brand & Network Development: Amplify GFL’s market presence by empowering your team to leverage strategic industry partnerships. Develop targeted talent attraction initiatives to engage top-tier candidates and boost employer brand visibility.
• Compliance & Best Practices: Maintain full compliance across all recruitment activities by ensuring strict adherence to Canadian labor laws and regulations. Represent GFL at career events, trade shows, and job fairs to position the company as an employer of choice.

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What You Bring:

• Experience: 5+ years of senior-level recruitment management experience, specifically specializing in high-volume, field, or industrial hiring environments.
• Leadership: Proven track record of leading, mentoring, and managing recruitment staff ranging from entry-level coordinators to senior recruiters.
• Tech Savvy: Advanced expertise using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), with direct hands-on experience using Workday and related HR databases.
• Legal & Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of provincial and federal US labor legislation, compliance standards, and recruitment best practices.
• Operational Mobility: Willingness and capability to forge strong, in-person operational partnerships with field teams across Canada (30% travel)

Why Join GFL?

At GFL Environmental, we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to shape the future of a rapidly growing green-industry leader.

• Health: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Wellness: Employee Assistance Program, life insurance, and paid time-off.
• Financial: RRSP matching, profit sharing and competitive wages.
• Culture: Growth opportunities and continuous learning opportunities.

Join us and become part of "Team Green" at GFL Environmental, where your skills and dedication will be valued and rewarded. Apply now for this exciting opportunity!

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We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact myworkdayrecruitment@gflenv.com

Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.

This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.