Job Description

The Technical Recruiter is responsible for end-to-end recruitment and workforce coordination supporting site-based operations. This role specializes in sourcing and deploying non-destructive testing (NDT) professionals, rope access technicians, and skilled trades across refineries, plants, outages, turnarounds, and project sites.

Schedule:

Monday - Thursday, 10 hour days. Additional hours may be required during peak project seasons.

Location:

Sherwood Park or Fort McMurray, office-based role.

Reporting to:

People & Culture Manager

What You Will Do

Lead full-cycle technical recruitment for NDT professionals, rope access technicians, and skilled trades supporting industrial projects, outages, and turnarounds Partner closely with Operations and HR to manage workforce planning, scheduling, dispatch, and mobilization across unionized and non-unionized environments Draft and prepare offer letters aligned with pay schedules, collective agreements, and compensation policies Build and maintain proactive talent pipelines through job boards, industry partnerships, training providers, and union hiring halls Validate technical skills, certifications, and site-access requirements in collaboration with SMEs Participate in weekly staffing reviews to align workforce demand with available resources Use Dayforce to manage requisitions, onboarding, reporting, and data integrity Ensure certifications, training, and compliance requirements are met prior to mobilization Support recruitment, manpower, and workforce reporting for operational and project needs Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across recruitment and workforce planning

What You Will Bring

Minimum 4+ years of recruitment experience within oil & gas, industrial, inspection, or skilled trades environments. Post-secondary degree or diploma in Human Resources, Business, or a related field a strong asset; professional designation (CPHR, RPR, or equivalent) is an added bonus. Additional years of industry experience may be considered in lieu of secondary education. Proven experience recruiting in both unionized and non-unionized settings, with working knowledge of collective agreements and dispatch processes. Demonstrated ability to source, assess, and deploy NDT personnel, and rope access technicians is an asset. Practical experience supporting manpower planning, scheduling, and mobilization coordination with operations teams for industrial projects, outages, and turnarounds. Strong understanding of safety and site-access certification requirements (e.g., H2S Alive, CSO/CSTS, WHMIS, Fall Protection) and validation processes. Proficiency with ATS/HCM platforms (Dayforce preferred). Collaborative approach with proven ability to partner cross-functionally with Operations, Safety, and HR teams in dynamic, fast-paced environments. Strong organizational, documentation, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in compliance-driven environments

What WQS Will Do For You

Provide competitive compensation packages and comprehensive employee benefits packages (Optional Health, Dental, RRSP with employer contribution). Health benefits offered after probationary period, RRSP effective day 1. Employer-funded training and a commitment to professional development opportunities. Foster a positive and challenging work environment with performance-based accelerated advancement. Give back to the communities that we operate in by providing community support.

Who We Are



WQS Group of Companies, including WQS Non-Destructive Testing and WQS Industrial Services, is a dedicated service provider, focused on high-quality Non-Destructive Testing, Field Evaluations, and specialized Rope Access services across Canada. We prioritize creating long last client and employee relationships by promoting a People First approach at the core of everything we do.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment. Join us in building a workplace that celebrates diversity and promotes equity. Your talents, experience and perspectives are valued at WQS.

Learn more about what WQS Group of Companies has to offer by visiting our website, www.wqsgoc.com. While we thank all applicants for their interest in a career with WQS, only successful candidates will be contacted further.

Please note:

No agency representation or submissions will be recognized for this vacancy.