Canadian Skilled Trades Recruitment

Mining · Heavy Equipment · Industrial Maintenance · Power Engineering

Canada’s skilled trades recruitment specialists.

Connecting mining, heavy industrial, manufacturing, utilities and equipment employers with qualified skilled trades professionals across Canada.

Canada-wideCandidate sourcing
Industry-focusedSkilled trades recruitment
Quality-drivenFocused submissions
Owner-ledResponsive service

Immediate Turnaround Opportunity

CGSB UT2 and advanced-ultrasonic NDT technicians needed.

Northern Alberta turnaround with variable starts from August 31 to September 8, 2026. Camp, travel and site transportation are provided.

For Employers

Recruitment built around your operation.

We start with the real requirements of the role: certification, equipment, work environment, schedule, location, safety expectations and team fit.

  • Permanent and rotational recruitment
  • Active and passive candidate sourcing
  • Technical and certification screening
  • Canada-wide search capability
  • Clear communication throughout the process
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Core recruitment specialties

Heavy Equipment TechniciansMillwrightsIndustrial ElectriciansWelders & PipefittersPower EngineersMaintenance LeadersOperations SupervisorsReliability Professionals

Why Vexon Recruiting

Focused recruitment. Direct communication. Better alignment.

Vexon Recruiting is built for employers that need practical, responsive support on difficult skilled trades and industrial hires.

SPECIALIZED

Industry Focus

Dedicated to skilled trades, industrial maintenance, mining, heavy equipment, manufacturing and power engineering.

NATIONAL

Canada-Wide Reach

Targeted sourcing across provinces, industrial communities and rotational talent markets.

DIRECT

Owner-Led Service

Every search receives direct attention, clear communication and accountable follow-through.

QUALIFIED

Practical Screening

Experience, certifications, location, work authorization, schedule and availability are reviewed before presentation.

FOCUSED

Quality Over Quantity

Focused submissions built around the role instead of high-volume resume forwarding.

LONG TERM

Relationship Driven

The goal is to become a trusted extension of the client’s hiring process, not simply fill one vacancy.

Industries

Serving Canada’s industrial sectors.

01

Mining

Maintenance, operations and heavy equipment talent for mine sites and processing facilities.

02

Heavy Industrial

Skilled trades and technical professionals for complex, safety-sensitive environments.

03

Manufacturing

Plant maintenance, utilities, production support and reliability recruitment.

04

Power & Utilities

2nd, 3rd and 4th Class Power Engineers, operators and maintenance personnel.

05

Oil & Gas

Field, plant and rotational recruitment for energy operations and contractors.

06

Forestry

Millwrights, electricians, mechanics and plant operations professionals.

How We Work

Focused, transparent and practical.

1

Define

Clarify technical, operational and cultural requirements.

2

Source

Engage qualified active and passive candidates.

3

Screen

Review certification, experience and availability.

4

Present

Deliver a focused shortlist with clear information.

Featured Talent

Confidential professionals currently represented by Vexon Recruiting.

These experienced professionals are being represented confidentially through Vexon Recruiting. Personal information is withheld until both the candidate and employer agree to move forward.

#001

Operations & Fabrication Leader

20+ years leading fabrication, production and industrial operations. Alberta Red Seal Journeyman Welder, CWB Welding Supervisor and CWB Level 1 Welding Inspector.

Operations Manager · Production Manager · Superintendent · Canada-wide
#002

Power Engineer

Experienced 4th Class Power Engineer with backgrounds in mining, healthcare and municipal operations. Seeking a long-term FIFO opportunity.

4th Class · 3rd Class Candidate · FIFO · Canada-wide
#003

4th-Year Industrial Electrical Apprentice

Mine-site electrical experience including high-voltage systems up to 25 kV, MCCs, shutdowns, LNG and heavy industrial projects.

Mining · LNG · FIFO · Camp · Canada-wide
#004

Senior Mining Executive & P.Eng.

Accomplished mining executive with extensive experience leading complex operations, mine turnarounds, safety improvement, organizational performance and high-performing teams.

CEO · President · COO · VP Operations · Canada & United States

Market Insights

What we’re seeing across Canada’s industrial hiring market.

POWER ENGINEERING

Certification narrows the market quickly

Employers seeking 2nd or 3rd Class Power Engineers often compete for a small pool of candidates with the right plant experience and location flexibility.

HEAVY EQUIPMENT

Rotational schedules remain a key attraction

Qualified technicians frequently compare schedule, travel, camp conditions, overtime and equipment exposure—not hourly rate alone.

MAINTENANCE

Passive candidates require direct outreach

Experienced millwrights, electricians and maintenance leaders are often employed and need a clear reason to consider a move.

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