Scheduler/Timekeeper

Job posting ID: 8920

Employment status: Regular full-time
Possible schedule/FTE: 1.0
Number of positions available: 1

Salary/Rate of pay: $22.52 - $26.75

Application deadline: 2026-07-03

• This external job posting may close earlier than the advertised deadline. We recommend applying as soon as possible.

Application requirements:

• Your up-to-date resume.
• We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.

Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services? All employees must apply via the internal career page.

Together, the work we do connects people and changes lives — including your own.

Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.

About the role

Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Regular full-time Scheduler/Timekeeper to join our dynamic Collections Operations East team in Dartmouth.

The Collections Operations East team is responsible for supporting Canadian Blood Services by collecting donor blood in a safe manager to enable safe products which save lives every day. In this role, you will be responsible for planning and creating work schedules and completing associated scheduling associated scheduling and timekeeping functions that meet operational needs. These functions will be performed in accordance with Canadian Blood Services policies.

Formula for success

• Assess and plan staffing requirements in consultation with Manager/Supervisor to meet operational needs.
• Prepare/create/revise work schedules according to Collective Agreement requirements.
• Responsible for replacing staff sick calls and creating and maintaining department-specific vacation calendars.
• Performs timekeeping/payroll functions for all Supply Chain employees.
• Maintains accurate records.
• Performs other activities as required.
  

Desired education and skills

• Completion of post-secondary level education in a relevant discipline from a recognized academic institution.
• Minimum three years (3) of scheduling experience in related position, preferably in a regulated environment.
• Strong computer skills using Word and Excel, and a strong working knowledge of personal computers with a preference given to experience with a Windows operating system and Microsoft Outlook. Testing on Excel skills may be conducted.
• Demonstrated ability to gather and analyze information with a high degree of deductive reasoning.
• Essential to your success are your excellent communication (written and verbal), customer service and interpersonal skills, as are superior organizational skills and ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintaining confidentiality of employee information is critical.
• Previous experience with SAP is an asset.
• Accuracy with attention to detail.

What we offer you

• Paid vacation.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family.
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources.

What you can expect

• Shifts/hours - Monday to Friday, 06:00 to 14:00, with rotational Saturday and stat holidays amongst the team.

If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.

We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment will be contacted. Emails are sent directly from our system, to ensure you receive them please add donotreply@blood.ca and system@successfactors.com to your safe senders list.

Applicants who require accommodation should discuss their needs with us.

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