Technical Recruiter

Technical Recruiter (Power & Nuclear Industry) Company: CPUS Engineering Staffing Solutions Inc. Location: Oakville, Ontario (Remote – 1 day per month in office ) Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Range: $55,000 -$70,000 depending on skills and experience About CPUS Engineering Staffing Solutions Inc. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Oakville, Ontario, CPUS Engineering Staffing Solutions Inc. is a privately owned Canadian staffing firm specializing in technical recruitment for the power, nuclear, utilities, and engineering sectors. We are recognized as a trusted staffing partner to some of Canada's leading organizations and have built our reputation on professionalism, integrity, and long-term relationships with both clients and candidates. Our team supports permanent and contract staffing requirements across a broad range of technical disciplines and plays a key role in delivering talent to critical infrastructure and energy projects across Canada. Why Join CPUS? Join a respected leader in technical staffing for Canada's power and nuclear industries. Recruit for high-profile infrastructure, energy, engineering, and technology projects. Work alongside an experienced and collaborative team of recruitment professionals. Opportunity to build long-term client and candidate relationships within a specialized market. Competitive compensation package Career growth opportunities within a growing organization. Position Overview Reporting to the Staffing Manager, the Technical Recruiter will manage the full recruitment lifecycle for highly specialized engineering, IT, and technical roles within the power, nuclear, utilities, and energy sectors. This position is ideal for an experienced agency recruiter who excels at sourcing niche talent, building strong candidate relationships, and managing multiple requisitions in a fast-paced, client-focused environment. The successful candidate will be highly skilled in advanced talent sourcing strategies, including Boolean search techniques, LinkedIn, industry databases, and networking initiatives. Key Responsibilities Talent Sourcing & Pipeline Development Develop and execute sourcing strategies to identify qualified engineering, IT, and technical professionals. Post and manage job advertisements across job boards, industry-specific websites, social media platforms, and professional networks. Utilize advanced sourcing techniques, including Boolean search strings, LinkedIn Recruiter, networking, referrals, and industry databases. Build and maintain talent pipelines for current and future client requirements. Attend industry events, networking functions, and recruitment initiatives to strengthen market presence and candidate engagement. Candidate Screening & Assessment Review resumes and applications against technical requirements and client expectations. Conduct initial phone and virtual interviews to assess technical qualifications, experience, and cultural fit. Coordinate candidate assessments, client interviews, and reference checks. Present qualified candidates to clients with detailed assessments and recommendations. Recruitment Process Management Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from sourcing through offer acceptance and onboarding. Maintain regular communication with candidates throughout the recruitment process. Prepare offer letters and coordinate employment documentation. Support onboarding activities, including background checks, security clearances, and client-specific requirements. Maintain accurate records and candidate documentation Manage candidate communications, including interview scheduling, status updates, rejection notifications, and application acknowledgements. Client & Candidate Relationship Management Partner with clients and internal stakeholders to understand hiring requirements and changing workforce needs. Deliver a positive, professional, and transparent candidate experience throughout the recruitment process. Build strong relationships with candidates, clients, and industry contacts. Contribute to CPUS's reputation as a trusted staffing partner within the power and nuclear sectors. Qualifications Experience Minimum 4 years of full-cycle technical recruiting experience within engineering, IT, energy, utilities, industrial, manufacturing, nuclear, or related sectors. Previous experience working in a staffing agency or client-facing recruitment environment is strongly preferred. Experience recruiting for specialized technical roles and managing multiple concurrent requisitions. Power and nuclear industry recruiting experience is considered a strong asset. Education Diploma or Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Required Competencies Strong sourcing, screening, interviewing, and candidate assessment skills. Advanced proficiency in Boolean search techniques and talent-mapping strategies. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong organizational, multitasking, and time-management abilities. Ability to prioritize competing demands in a fast-paced environment. Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality results. Professional judgment, discretion, and ability to handle confidential information. Technical Skills Proficiency with Juicebox, Pin.com, and major online job boards for candidate sourcing, talent mapping, and recruitment activities. Experience utilizing recruitment systems, candidate databases, and sourcing tools to manage candidate pipelines, track recruitment activities, and support full-cycle talent acquisition processes. Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams. Knowledge of recruitment metrics and reporting. Preferred Industry Knowledge Familiarity recruiting for positions such as: Nuclear Engineers Electrical Engineers Mechanical Engineers Instrumentation & Control Engineers Project Controls Professionals Construction Managers Commissioning Specialists Cybersecurity Professionals IT/OT Specialists Data and Digital Transformation Professionals within utility and power environments Performance Measures Success in this role may be measured through: Candidate quality and submission-to-hire ratios Client satisfaction Candidate experience and engagement Recruitment process compliance Talent pipeline development and growth Conditions of Employment Successful completion of a criminal background check and reference verification. Ability to work Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM. Ability to work from the office as required. Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Comprehensive benefits package. Paid vacation and statutory holidays. Professional development and career growth opportunities.

Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for specialized engineering, IT, and technical roles within the power and nuclear sectors. This includes executing advanced sourcing strategies, screening candidates, and maintaining strong relationships with clients and talent pipelines.

Requires a minimum of 4 years of full-cycle technical recruiting experience, preferably within a staffing agency and the energy or engineering sectors. A diploma or degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is required.

• Comprehensive benefits package • Paid vacation • Statutory holidays • Professional development • Career growth opportunities

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• Full-cycle Technical Recruiting
• Boolean Search
• Talent Sourcing
• Candidate Screening
• Pipeline Development
• LinkedIn Recruiter
• Candidate Assessment
• Relationship Management
• Interviewing
• Onboarding
• Talent Mapping
• Technical Sourcing

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Jan 25, 2027