Team Lead, Talent Acquisition

About GFL Environmental

At GFL Environmental, we are Green For Life. We are one of the fastest-growing environmental services companies in North America, providing comprehensive solid waste management, liquid waste management, and soil remediation services. Our success is driven by our employees, and we are committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and dynamic work environment where our team can grow and thrive.

The Role

We are looking for a talented Team Leader, Talent Acquisition to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering strategic workforce planning, innovative recruitment strategies, and robust talent programs that support our operational excellence and high-volume hiring needs. You will work closely with Operations and HR Business Partners to ensure our recruitment practices are scalable, cost-effective, and fully aligned with business growth. The role reports to the Talent Acquisition Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning & Sourcing: Lead national and regional recruitment strategies, using market insights and turnover trends to forecast demand and drive cost-conscious, direct-sourcing models that reduce external agency reliance.

• People Leadership: Lead, coach, and mentor a team of recruiters, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous development while providing hands-on support for complex searches.

• Stakeholder Management: Build consultative relationships with senior leaders and hiring managers, setting clear expectations around role requirements, timelines, and hiring accountability.

• Projects & Program Delivery: Lead and contribute to enterprise Talent Acquisition initiatives, including early-career pipelines, process optimization, and technology enhancements.

• Governance & Compliance: Ensure all recruitment practices comply with employment legislation, promote equitable and bias-aware hiring, and maintain data integrity within our ATS.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: 6+ years of progressive, full-cycle recruitment experience, with previous experience leading, coaching, or mentoring recruitment teams in a high-volume, multi-site operational environment.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or equivalent practical experience.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency with Workday ATS (or similar enterprise talent acquisition systems) and recruitment analytics tracking.

• Soft Skills: Strong relationship-building and consultative skills, excellent communication, a collaborative approach to change management, and the ability to travel up to 25%.

• Bonus Points: Experience leading system optimization projects, implementing diversity and inclusion hiring initiatives, or managing recruitment within the environmental services or logistics industries.

What We Offer

Why join us? We believe in taking care of our team. Here is a snapshot of our total rewards you can expect: 

• Health: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance. 

• Wellness: Employee Assistance Program, life insurance, and paid time-off

• Financial: RRSP matching, profit sharing and competitive wages

• Culture: Growth opportunities and continuous learning opportunities

Join us and become part of "Team Green" at GFL Environmental, where your skills and dedication will be valued and rewarded. Apply now for this exciting opportunity!

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