Talent Operations and Programs Lead

We’re seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Talent Operations professional to join our growing team in Vaughan, Ontario. This is an individual contributor role, ideal for someone who brings a solid HR foundation—such as an HR Generalist—and is looking to grow into a strategic, project-based role within the talent space.

In this role, you’ll work closely with the Talent Operations Manager to enhance our recruitment operations and systems, with strong emphasis on Workday support, data-driven process improvements, and project execution.

 

Key Responsibilities:

Project Support & Change Management – 45%

• Support or co-lead high-impact projects aimed at improving recruiting workflows, systems, and experience.

• Develop project timelines, documentation, and change plans to support successful rollout.

• Contribute to TA transformation efforts by supporting adoption, training, and team enablement.

• Assist in communication planning for new tools, processes, or operational updates.

System & Process Optimization – 27%

• Serve as a Workday Recruitment SME, troubleshooting issues, supporting testing, and surfacing optimization opportunities.

• Maintain and improve internal SOPs, process documentation, and recruiter enablement toolkits.

• Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to manage access, configurations, and system-related inquiries.

Reporting, Analytics & Audits – 25%

• Run audits to ensure accuracy and completeness of job requisitions in Workday.

• Build and refine reports and summaries for operational and strategic decision-making.

• Conduct sourcing and market research to support recruiting insights and talent planning.

Vendor & Admin Support – 8%

• Monitor shared Talent Operations inboxes and ensure timely support for recruiter queries.

• Track and process vendor invoices; liaise with Accounts Payable as needed.

• Support relationship management and troubleshooting with third-party vendors (e.g., job boards, background check providers).

Must-Have Qualifications:

• 3–5+ years in Talent Operations, or as an HR Generalist with exposure to systems and strategic project work.

• Experience leading and/or contributing to TA projects and programs

• Experience working with Workday.

• Analytical skills with comfort in reporting, auditing, and Excel-based tracking.

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to self-manage, prioritize, and operate with high attention to detail.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications:

• Familiarity with change management, communications, or process documentation.

• Previous exposure to vendor partnerships or TA-related procurement.

• Knowledge of both Canadian and U.S. recruitment environments.

Location Requirement:

• This hybrid role requires four days/week onsite at our Vaughan, ON office during the initial onboarding phase. Friday is work from home!

Join us and be part of a dynamic team that thrives on creativity, teamwork, and making a meaningful impact in the environmental services industry!

Why Join GFL?

GFL Environmental is the only major diversified environmental services company in North America. Our employees, collectively known as 'Team Green,' enjoy numerous benefits: career advancement opportunities, competitive benefits, job stability within an essential services company, and the chance to make a positive impact every day for our customers and communities, Green for Life!

 

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact myworkdayrecruitment@gflenv.com