Project Overview:
In February 2021, Matrix HR was engaged to support a large-scale shipbuilding project in Bath, Maine, USA. The project required mobilizing 352 skilled tradespeople for permanent roles. Despite having no prior presence or established talent pool in the region, Matrix HR successfully sourced and screened candidates to meet the project’s workforce needs.
Workforce Requirements
To fulfill the client’s demands, Matrix HR recruited:
- Shipfitters
- Welders
- Crane Operators
- Riggers
- Shipwrights
- Insulators/Pipe Insulators
- Sheet Metal Tinsmiths
Hiring & Mobilization Strategy
Matrix HR implemented a multi-faceted approach to identify and onboard qualified candidates:
- Targeted Recruitment Database – Built a new talent pipeline from scratch, leveraging our proprietary database of 25,000+ tradespeople.
- Digital Outreach & Social Media – Engaged a network of 50,000+ followers to attract skilled workers.
- Advanced Search Technology – Used specialized candidate search engines to ensure a precise match.
- Referral Network – Strengthened candidate acquisition through industry connections and employee referrals.
- Job Boards & Online Listings – Maximized outreach through multiple job platforms.
- Structured Hiring Process – Screened candidates thoroughly before submission, coordinated with the client for feedback, and supported onboarding to ensure compliance with pre-employment requirements.
Results & Impact
- 67 qualified candidates submitted for onboarding
- Built a talent pool of over 390 potential candidates
- Successfully established a workforce pipeline in a new region
Workforce Metrics
- Candidates Qualified: 67
- Candidates Contacted: 390
Through strategic recruitment efforts and rapid mobilization, Matrix HR successfully met the workforce demands of this critical shipbuilding project, reinforcing its ability to deliver skilled tradespeople across North America.
