8-10 years of experience in journalism or communications across various areas
4+ years working directly with senior leaders on communication strategies
Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, public relations, marketing, or related field
Strong writing, editing, and interviewing skills
Ability to communicate complex topics clearly to diverse audiences
Responsibilities
Lead integrated internal and external communications strategies
Build trusted relationships across the organization
Elevate leadership messaging for clarity and action
Craft compelling stories showcasing people and impact
Develop and coach a high-performing communications team
Collaborate with global partners to align communication approaches
Benefits
Opportunity to shape and deliver impactful communications
Work in a dynamic environment with a focus on storytelling
Engage with diverse audiences from frontline to executives
Be part of a high-performing team with growth potential
Chance to influence business priorities through effective communication
Full Job Description
Company: Finning International Inc.
Number of Openings: 1
Worker Type: Permanent
Position Overview: We're looking for a Communications Manager with a strong journalism foundation, someone who is energized by telling the story of Finning Canada. In this role, you'll shape and deliver integrated communications that advance business priorities, strengthen alignment, and keep employees connected from the frontline to the executive team. You bring a bias toward action, sharp editorial judgment, and the ability to translate complex topics into clear, compelling, plain-language communications across multiple channels.
If this interests you, kindly apply with your resume and a small portfolio of previous work and writing samples (e.g., executive announcements, change communications, stories/profiles, or campaign examples).
Job Description: What you'll do
Lead the development and execution of integrated internal, external, and issues/crisis communications strategies that support Finning Canada's business priorities.
Build strong, trusted relationships across the organization - listening first, partnering closely with frontline teams and leaders, and advising executives with confidence and discretion.
Elevate leadership messaging and deliver communications that are clear, timely, and action oriented.
Find, report, and craft compelling stories that showcase our people, customers, and impact and then publish them across multiple platforms and channels.
Lead and develop a high-performing communications team, setting priorities, coaching talent, and driving high standards for quality and follow-through.
Collaborate with global communications partners to share best practices and align approaches across regions.
What you'll bring
A journalism mindset: relentless curiosity, strong interviewing skills, and exceptional writing and editing.
Humble and hungry: you seek feedback, share credit, roll up your sleeves, and deliver.
The ability to simplify complexity and communicate with credibility to diverse audiences, from unionized frontline employees to senior executives.
Strategic insight and calm, steady judgment in complex or sensitivesituations.
Education & experience
8-10 years of progressive experience in journalism or communications, ideally spanning multiple subject areas, including but not limited to internal communications, external communications, business reporting, marketing, crisis communications or change management.
Minimum of four years of experience in working directly with senior leaders in a large organization developing and implementing communications strategies.
Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, public relations, marketing, business or a related field; a specialized diploma in communications or journalism combined with relevant experience; or equivalent experience.
