Permanent Position | Full-Time | Montreal South Shore & Travel to Client Sites
You have experience recruiting in the transportation industry and understand how hiring the right drivers requires a specialized approach.
At Bédard Resources, we are looking for someone who understands the realities of the transportation and logistics industry: the profiles in demand, availability challenges, the importance of a fast and thorough recruitment process, and the operational needs of our clients.
Initially, you will take part in a major assignment lasting approximately 3 to 6 months, working 40 hours per week directly at one of our client’s locations. You will be responsible for a high volume of recruitment, primarily for several driver positions requiring a Class 2F or Class 4B licence.
Following this assignment, you will continue your role with Bédard Resources as a Transportation and Logistics Recruitment Specialist, supporting various clients and contributing to the growth and development of this sector.
Tasks
Manage the full recruitment cycle: sourcing, pre-screening, interviews, reference checks, selection, and presentation of candidates;
Recruit primarily drivers, as well as various specialized transportation and logistics professionals;
Develop sourcing strategies tailored to each client’s recruitment needs and hiring volumes;
Work directly with managers to understand their needs, priorities, and operational challenges;
Coordinate the onboarding of new hires with operations teams;
Conduct recruitment activities and follow-ups directly at client locations when required;
Develop partnerships with educational institutions and vocational training centres;
Participate in job fairs, recruitment initiatives, and industry events;
Use social media and various recruitment platforms to continuously grow your candidate pool;
Build long-term relationships with candidates and clients while contributing to the development of our industry expertise;
Perform any other related duties.
Advantages
Comprehensive benefits program;
From your first day, you receive 3 weeks of vacation, prorated for the year. Starting on your third anniversary with us, you will begin accumulating an additional week, for a total of 4 weeks;
5 wellness days per year;
Paid time off for your birthday and work anniversary;
Reimbursement of travel expenses for client visits;
Several social activities throughout the year (Tailgate, Winterfest, Golf Tournament, Hockey and Soccer Games, etc.);
A collaborative and stimulating work environment where every day brings a new opportunity to succeed together.
Job requirements
Minimum of 3 years of experience recruiting drivers or specialized transportation and logistics personnel;
Excellent knowledge of the transportation industry and its operational realities;
Bilingual in French and English;
Comfortable working directly within our clients’ work environments;
Valid driver’s licence and access to a personal vehicle, as regular travel is required;
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to quickly build relationships based on trust;
Autonomous, resourceful, and highly organized;
Ability to manage multiple recruitment processes simultaneously and quickly adapt to changing priorities;
Comfortable using recruitment platforms, social media, and technology-based tools.