Category: HR Tools

Hiring a recruiter? Smart move!

Posted on by Sophie Ginoux

Finding qualified staff in the automotive industry is no easy task. But spending thousands of dollars on external recruitment isn’t exactly easy either. So why not call on the services of talent acquisition professionals?

For over 20 years, Auto-jobs.ca has been a pioneer. In 2004, this online platform was the first of its kind to directly connect workers and employers in the automotive sector. It then became the first to offer a complete suite of services, including job postings, web marketing, industry-specific content and professional recruitment. By partnering with Autosphere magazine, it also expanded its reach across Canada.

About a year ago, Auto-jobs.ca once again chose to innovate by expanding its recruitment packages (the first starts at under $500!), making them accessible to both small neighborhood garages and large dealerships. Continue reading “Hiring a recruiter? Smart move!” →

The Expectations of the New Generation of Automotive Workers

Posted on by Sophie Ginoux

he expectations of the employees in the auto care sector have changed significantly. How should companies meet them to ensure their future? A new episode of the Automotive Industries Association of Canada’s (AIA Canada) Curbside Chat vodcast explores this issue.

Photo provided by the AIA Canada

Each generation brings its share of changes. This is particularly true in the auto care sector, which has undergone profound transformations over the past 20 years, particularly since the pandemic. However, this redefinition of work, but also of recruitment and retention, can take many companies by surprise. Continue reading “The Expectations of the New Generation of Automotive Workers” →

Recruitment and Retention: The Right Message

Posted on by Autosphere Autosphere

Honest feedback and interaction is key to successful staff recruitment and retention.

Consistent branding, communication and integrity are key to attracting and retaining good employees. Photo Shutterstock

Often, two of the biggest challenges facing dealers are employee recruitment and retention. Whether it’s in sales or service, many retailers are having to deal with major skills shortages and finding good quality people to fill them today is exceedingly difficult.

Last year, in 2023, the Motor Vehicle Retailers of Ontario (MVRO), supported by the Canadian Automobile Dealers Association (CADA), released an Ontario-specific automotive trades labour market report, conducted by MNP (one of Canada’s leading professional service firms). While this report strictly focused on service technicians, and at the provincial level, it highlighted just how chronic the situation is. Continue reading “Recruitment and Retention: The Right Message” →

Outlook for the automotive service and repair industry in Canada

Posted on by Sophie Ginoux

At the 2024 AIA Canada National Conference, which was held on April 23 and 24 in Toronto, everyone who is anyone in Canada’s auto care sector gathered to speak and learn about the current industry trends and challenges. 

This year, the menu of the annual AIA Canada National Conference, was simple: to connect, learn and discuss trends and challenges in the auto care industry. Continue reading “Outlook for the automotive service and repair industry in Canada” →

Sophie Corriveau Appointed Automotive Recruitment Consultant for Auto-Jobs.ca

Posted on by Auto-jobs.ca

Stéphanie Massé, Auto-Jobs.ca National Sales Director, is proud to announce the appointment of Sophie Corriveau to the position of Automotive Recruitment Consultant.

As part of her new role, Corriveau will be responsible for expanding Auto-Jobs.ca’s specialized human resources services offering. She will support human resources management, specifically automotive sector personnel recruitment and placement, with a view to promoting employer brand development and ensuring customer service excellence. Continue reading “Sophie Corriveau Appointed Automotive Recruitment Consultant for Auto-Jobs.ca” →