The first stage of selection will be done remotely

Companies from Canada, more specifically from the province of Québec, are looking for professionals from Bahia to work in the Manufacturing sector. Bahia will host a recruitment process that offers 73 vacancies for industrial mechanics, machinists, welders, painters, heavy vehicle mechanics, among others.

The sector’s great interest in Bahians is due to the fact that our professionals are seen by the Canadian market as qualified, with a very high level of education and experience for the area. And it is not even necessary to speak French — the official language in Québec — to apply, as the country offers initiatives so that immigrants can learn the language.

This is the first time that the selection takes place in the Northeast, but it is not unprecedented in Brazil. In May, other companies showed interest in Brazilians and recruited 100 professionals.

Not everyone is on Canadian soil yet, as the visa and work permit process can be a little lengthy in some cases. They were called upon to work in the areas of Manufacturing, Machining, Information Technology and Health.

“Companies know that Brazilians adapt well and that they will find quality professionals. Therefore, we decided to carry out a second edition of a recruitment mission in Brazil, more focused on this manufacturing sector. In May, we were accompanied by the government of Québec and other economic development agencies in the province, in the official initiative called ‘Journées Québec Brésil’,” explains Elisa Suhett Rinco, director of International Mobility at Québec International, in an interview with CORREIO.

This second recruitment, carried out in Bahia, is smaller and restricted to the manufacturing sector, but still has the support of the Canadian government. In addition to the skills and training developed in Brazil, it is very important that companies know about the candidate’s immigration plan, highlights Elisa.

“Has the person already researched the process? Is the family aware and involved? Changing countries is a big decision. The candidate must be willing to learn French, as even if it is not required at the beginning, it will be necessary for integration. There are courses offered by the Quebec government. Family involvement is also important, and companies want to know if the spouse and family are prepared for this change.”

Having children or being married are not negative points for evaluators. On the contrary, the understanding of companies and the Canadian government is that this is a family plan.

“During interviews, we encourage candidates to come with their spouses so that they can both learn about the project. Companies make sure the candidate understands the process for the family. The spouse and children are normally entitled to work or study permits to accompany the candidate”, continues the director of International Mobility.

The documentation process is initiated by the company, which guides the selected candidate during all stages. Some companies have immigration consultants or lawyers to help, so the candidate is never alone in the process.

Regarding candidates already selected in other processes, Elisa explains that, generally, they do not have international experience. Many are going to work abroad for the first time.

“Companies are open to hiring them, even if they don’t speak French at first. Many candidates already know Quebec, have family here or came to visit, but there are also those who are leaving Brazil for the first time”, he adds.

She highlights that there is a large Brazilian community in Quebec. In work environments, there are people from different countries and cultures, which can facilitate adaptation. “The key to good integration is French. There are francisization programs offered by the government, both in the country of origin and here. As for the climate, the winter is harsh, but the summer, although short, is very pleasant. It’s important to be open to new experiences and find winter activities to better integrate.”

Registration closes until November 11th and must be done via this link [ https://abrir.link/hqZWA ]. Selected candidates will receive invitations by email, and the final stage of the process includes a face-to-face interview with recruiters in Camaçari, a city in the metropolitan region of Salvador, on December 7th and 8th.