Technician Development Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Assist in the recruitment and selection process for technical roles throughout the organization.

• Evaluate candidates, conduct interviews and technical assessments, and provide hiring recommendations.

• Create and implement both practical and theoretical evaluations focusing on trade knowledge, troubleshooting, safety awareness, and problem-solving skills.

• Collaborate with Operations Managers, HR, Training, and technical experts to determine workforce needs.

• Monitor competency development and sustain a pool of qualified candidates.

• Perform behavioral and technical interviews.

• Verify candidate certifications and work experience.

• Offer impartial recommendations based on candidate fit and potential for future growth.

• Cultivate relationships with industry partners, community organizations, and external stakeholders to attract talented professionals.

• Seek out sourcing opportunities through job fairs, mine closures, workforce transitions, and industry/community events.

• Establish a feedback mechanism to assess the effectiveness of hiring selections.

• Serve as a liaison between Operations, HR, Training, and technical stakeholders throughout the recruitment and selection process.

⛳️ Requirements

• Holds a Red Seal trade certification.

• Extensive field or workshop experience in heavy equipment, mining, industrial, or a related technical environment.

• Demonstrated leadership or managerial experience.

• Bilingual in French and English.

• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.

• Strong judgment and capacity to assess technical skills and interpersonal effectiveness.

• Capability to recognize and attract technicians who can enhance operational excellence and contribute to long-term business growth.

• Proficient in building and sustaining internal networks across Operations, HR, Training, technical experts, and staff.

• Skilled in identifying internal talent, referrals, transferable skills, and development opportunities.

• Comprehension of operational needs, team dynamics, technical competencies, and success traits in skilled trades roles.

• Experienced in developing and maintaining external industry networks, including skilled trades professionals, educational institutions, apprenticeship programs, and other talent sources.

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual bonus potential of up to 10% of base salary.

• Continuous development and training opportunities.

• Pension plan with matching contributions.

• Comprehensive health, dental, life, and disability benefits.

• Chance to make a significant impact on business performance.

• Opportunity to be part of an ambitious team within an industry-leading organization.

• Potential for personal and professional growth.

• An inclusive, barrier-free workplace with accessibility accommodations.