Valard Construction
construction, utilities, mining, oil and gas
Onboarding&FieldRecruitmentCoordinator
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“Onboarding & Field Recruitment Coordinator at Valard Construction. Skills: onboarding coordination, field recruitment, union environments, HR operations. Lead end-to-end onboarding for all new hires across field and corporate operations. Manage full-cycle recruitment for field-level, hourly, skilled trades, and operational roles”
What You'll Achieve.
delivering a consistent, compliant, and positive onboarding experience for all new hires; supporting union dispatch coordination and workforce operations for field teams; reduce errors and improve the new hire experience; meet ongoing and seasonal workforce demands
Industry & Context.
continuously identify improvements to onboarding workflows to reduce errors and improve the new hire experience; proactively resolving discrepancies related to seniority rules, classifications, and site assignments
Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Post-Secondary education in Human Resources, Business, or a related field, 3 years of HR operations experience, Demonstrated experience supporting employee onboarding in a high-volume environment, In-depth knowledge of union environments, collective bargaining agreements (CBAs), and dispatch processes, understanding of full-cycle field recruitment including sourcing and screening of field and craft applicants, Working knowledge of core HR functions including benefits administration, payroll, and employment records, Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to manage high-volume, time-sensitive tasks accurately
Nice to Have
CPHR, SHRM-CP, RPR, or equivalent HR certification, or actively working towards designation, Previous experience in the construction, utilities, or trades industry, Experience supporting unionized workforce planning and field operations
What You'll Do.
Lead end-to-end onboarding for all new hires across field and corporate operations
Manage full-cycle recruitment for field-level
and operational roles
and resolve workforce help requests from field employees and managers
Manage union dispatch requests in compliance with CBA terms
Ensure all recruitment
and workforce activities comply with company policies
and applicable regulations
Coordinate with Payroll on new hires and status changes
Support workforce planning activities including crew composition tracking
and resourcing requirements
Prepare workforce reports and provide insights to HR leadership and business stakeholders
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Coordinate onboarding logistics in partnership with HR, IT, payroll, and hiring managers; Partner with field supervisors, operations managers, and union stewards to understand staffing needs; Cultivate working relationships with union representatives, stewards, and field leadership; Collaborate with internal Workforce Management teams
Communication Scope
advise on union agreements and workplace procedures clearly and accurately
Full Job Description
Our Human Resources group is currently looking to add an **Onboarding & Field Recruitment Coordinator** to our growing team, based in Edmonton or Calgary, AB. Reporting to the Senior HR Business Partner, we are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented HR professional with experience in onboarding coordination and field recruitment to support high-volume workforce demands. This role is key in delivering a consistent, compliant, and positive onboarding experience for all new hires while supporting union dispatch coordination and workforce operations for field teams. **Duties and Responsibilities** **Onboarding** * Lead end-to-end onboarding for all new hires across field and corporate operations, managing multiple cohorts simultaneously while ensuring documentation complies with CBAs, company policy, and applicable employment regulations * Coordinate onboarding logistics including orientation sessions, system access, and role-specific requirements in partnership with HR, IT, payroll, and hiring managers; serve as the primary point of contact for new hires throughout the process * Maintain accurate, audit-ready employee records across all workforce classifications in the HRIS and continuously identify improvements to onboarding workflows to reduce errors and improve the new hire experience **Field Recruitment** * Manage full-cycle recruitment for field-level, hourly, skilled trades, and operational roles across union and non-union environments, building and maintaining pipelines of qualified field talent to meet ongoing and seasonal workforce demands * Source candidates through field-based channels including trade schools, apprenticeship programs, union referrals, and community organizations; attend hiring events and career fairs to drive applicant flow * Partner with field supervisors, operations managers, and union stewards to understand staffing needs and classification requirements; conduct screens, manage pre-employment steps, and maintain accurate ATS recor
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