Delivering Workforce Solutions for a National Shipbuilding Project
The Challenge
A major national shipbuilding project required Journeyman/Red Seal pipefitters, welders, metal fabricators, ironworkers, riggers, engine fitters, and carpenters. However, the project faced significant recruitment challenges, including:
- Strict government security clearance requirements, limiting the candidate pool.
- Union competition and other subcontracting firms impacting hiring.
- Work schedule constraints (Monday to Friday, no overtime guaranteed).
- Limited LOA and travel allowances, making relocation less attractive.
Our Solution
To overcome these obstacles, Matrix HR implemented a targeted recruitment strategy:
- East Coast Lifestyle Campaign – Attracted skilled tradespeople who typically work out-of-province by offering them stable employment closer to home.
- Employee Referral Program – Successfully expanded the candidate pool through word-of-mouth hiring.
- Strategic Partnerships – Collaborated with non-profit organizations and job fairs in Halifax to reach more qualified candidates.
- Enhanced Digital Outreach – Leveraged social media campaigns to increase job visibility and attract top talent.
The Impact
- Workforce Supplied Weekly – Matrix provided all required skilled trades, ensuring the project met peak-season deadlines.
- Certified Expertise – Matrix HR was the only provider delivering fully certified Journeyman/Red Seal candidates, increasing workforce reliability.
- Strengthened Industry Partnerships – The successful execution of this project positioned Matrix HR as a trusted partner for future shipbuilding initiatives.
Why Matrix HR?
- Expertise in Large-Scale Industrial & Marine Projects
- Specialized Recruitment & Workforce Solutions
- Proven Success in Navigating Government Clearance & Union Challenges
Matrix HR continues to support Canada’s marine and defense industries, ensuring top-tier workforce solutions for complex, high-compliance projects.
