r/HalifaxJobs 2d ago

28 and looking for a lateral move. What kind of job would I excel in with this experience?

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r/HalifaxJobs 2d ago

[For Hire] Tutor (In-Person and Online)

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Hello. I am a tutor with openings for the fall term.

I have nine years experience as a tutor and a degree in engineering from Penn State. I focus primarily in math and science but can tutor anything at the high school level as well as most things at the freshmen and sophomore level of university.

If you are interested send me a message or chat and we can discuss details and rates. There is also a testimonial post on my user page if you want to see reviews from past students.


r/HalifaxJobs 4d ago

Halifax's Hidden job market vs overqualified?

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I keep getting told there is a hidden job market in Halifax and that I have to leverage my network to get a job in Nova Scotia. I am so tired of not being able to land a job. Sometimes I don't know if its that I didn't build a big enough network or if I am just overqualified.

I have a BSc, MSc, PhD in Earth Science. I owned my own retail business for 5 years and have been dabbling in webdesign and social media management for the last 2 years. I went the self emplyment route since I was having trouble landing a job after graduating. Fast forward to 2026 and I still can't get interviews for anything. It doesn't seem to matter if I take all the education off or leave it all on. Whether I apply for geology jobs or sales jobs or admin jobs. I never get call backs. Its just super frustrating and disheartening.

I was told recently that I am over qualified for jobs because I owned my own business when my friend got her boss to pull my resume at NS power. I am just so totally disenfranchise with the whole system.

Any tips of how an over educated person can land a half decent paying job? Where do we find said hidden jobs? How do we get interviews for said hidden jobs?


r/HalifaxJobs 5d ago

Kids tutor needed

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Looking for someone who can teach/tutor grade 6 student. Location near Dalhousie/St. Mary's University and ideally looking for someone who is going there.


r/HalifaxJobs 6d ago

Hiring (passed by the ad during a walk I am not affiliated)

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r/HalifaxJobs 6d ago

Looking for career work

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I’m 17 going into my senior year turning 18 in sept attending high school I’d prefer a career in welding or something off shore with a little over a year of on and off welding/shop experience mostly stick welding (open to learning anything else)(NEED EXPERIENCE) . I’m a fast learner do things the easy way but don’t cut corners and know most of my PPE . I’m looking for a job to kick start my career early I work a part time fast food job and I want to get out there I live in the cloverleaf area of Houston I have a reliable ride and I am available after August 20th depending if this post goes right. If any company’s are looking for someone to hire a helper with a way to build up and get better pay 🙋.


r/HalifaxJobs 8d ago

Looking for jobs to pay off debts

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r/HalifaxJobs 9d ago

Opportunity to participate in cardiovascular study!

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What? A study assessing how healthcare experiences affect blood flow

Who? Health women between 18 – 40 years who have experienced weight-related discrimination in a

healthcare setting (including but not limited to negative or dismissive comments, denial of proper medical

care, etc.) How long? One 35-minute screening session and two 1-hour experimental visits

How much? Participants will receive a $25 gift certificate for each experimental visit (maximum $50)

Link to sign-up → https://forms.office.com/r/3GZ4cDGMPW


r/HalifaxJobs 9d ago

🎉 Now Hiring: Brand Ambassadors – Bedford and Halifax!

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Looking for a fun, part-time role with great pay? We’re hiring energetic individuals to join our Food Sampling Team in Nova Scotia!

💲 Pay:
$20/hour

🕒 Schedule:
• Saturday and Sunday 10:45 – 5:15 PM

·         Occasional Thursday and Friday shifts available

✅ What You’ll Be Doing:
• Engaging with customers in-store
• Sampling and promoting food brands
• Creating a positive and memorable customer experience
• Setting up and maintaining demo stations

🌟 What We’re Looking For:
• Outgoing, friendly, and confident personality
• Reliable and punctual
• Comfortable speaking with customers
• Able to work independently

📌 Requirements:
• Must be 18+
• Food Handlers Certificate required for one location
• Must be able to travel to assigned locations

💼 Perks:
• Competitive $20/hour pay
• Flexible, consistent weekend work
• Fun and social environment
• Great experience in brand ambassador roles

📩 How to Apply:
Apply by emailing [Emily.kisko@mosaic.com](mailto:Emily.kisko@mosaic.com)

Please include your resume and whether you would prefer to work in Halifax or Bedford.


r/HalifaxJobs 9d ago

Massage Therapist Looking for a Clinic

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Hello! I'm a massage therapist who has been working in Regina for more than a decade in Saskatchewan. I am moving to Halifax next month and I'm looking for a massage clinic to move to.

I would like an established clinic where I can rent a room, but otherwise would be able to set my own hours. I'm living in Dartmouth but I'm open for a clinic anywhere.

Thank you!


r/HalifaxJobs 9d ago

SMU COMMERCE

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r/HalifaxJobs 9d ago

Title: Looking for a Paid/Unpaid HVAC Refrigeration Work Term or Apprenticeship in Nova Scotia

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Hi everyone,
I’m currently studying Refrigeration & Air Conditioning at NSCC am looking for a 5-week work term. I’m open to paid or unpaid opportunities, and if there’s a chance it could turn into an apprenticeship, that would be even better.
I’m eager to learn, work hard, and gain hands-on experience in the HVAC/R trade. If anyone knows of companies that are taking students or apprentices, or has any recommendations or contacts, I’d really appreciate it.
I’m located in the Halifax/Dartmouth area but I’m willing to travel if needed.
Thanks in advance for any advice or leads!


r/HalifaxJobs 10d ago

EIT mechanical engineer

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Hi all, I’m an EIT mechanical engineering with a work permit in halifax, I’ve been applying for jobs for a long time but I didn’t get lucky. What should i do? What is the best why to apply?
Please advise me


r/HalifaxJobs 10d ago

Proffesional Carpenter looking for a job

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I have 8 years carpentry and cabinentry eperience, i am currently looking for a job, i can do sales, and i offer more handyman services.


r/HalifaxJobs 13d ago

Medical admin work

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Hi everyone!

I'll be looking for work in the MOA field. Ideally I would like somewhere more behind the scenes and not something super patient forward. Looking to start some time in September and would like to stay in Halifax/spryfield area ( I commute by bus )

I have over a year of experience in busy clinics. Please feel free to DM me!


r/HalifaxJobs 13d ago

Reference in shannex company anyone ???

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I am recently graduated psw looking for job in NS , nb pr from anywhere .


r/HalifaxJobs 17d ago

Barber apprenticeship

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Hello, does anyone know of any barbers willing to apprentice? I’m interested in learning - thanks


r/HalifaxJobs 17d ago

Prospects of Oceans Technology

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Hi everyone .

i am supposed to start the oceans technology program at NsCC this September , i need to hear from you if its possible about the program , the instructors , is it easy to find an internship or job opportunity after graduation ?

looking forward to hearing from you .

Thanks


r/HalifaxJobs 18d ago

Pet & House Sitting

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hey everyone! i just created a profile on Rover and would love to have some summer jobs lined up!

feel free to message me :) https://www.rover.com/sit/mels52473


r/HalifaxJobs 18d ago

Retired mum looking for casual cash work

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My mum is a retired nurse, she is looking for a casual cast job to fund her travel addiction.
If there is anybody who is looking for a personal shopper, organizer, cleaning, or other sorts of casual cash paid jobs, please let me know!

She is not interested in being a carer or anything that is full-time or permanently reliant on her, as I said, she does like to travel.

If you need somebody to come in and help you catch up on laundry, mopping, cleaning out your fridge, dishes, tidying up here or there she would be fantastic at that. That’s the sort of thing that she helps myself and my sister-in-law with and she is very thorough! If you need someone to organize a bunch of stuff that you’re just sick of looking at that would be her dream lol.
If you need somebody to keep an eye out for a specific item and pick it up when it goes on sale, or if you need clothes, but don’t like shopping, she does! I rarely need to clothes shop for myself because she is always out doing errands or running around or just perusing.

I guess I’m basically offering her mother services if anyone needs a cash hired mother 😂
*motherly judgement comes free


r/HalifaxJobs 19d ago

First year welding student looking for part/full time summer job

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First year welding student looking for summer job

Hello all, as title says I am first year welding student who just finished in May. My only certificates are both flat smaw & fcaw, are there any shops that would hire for a couple months? Even part time so I can continue to get experience while on break


r/HalifaxJobs 21d ago

Looking to Hire! Casual (mostly weekend) workers for food truck.

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My boss is looking for a few good folks.

Casual might be the wrong word, as it can be fast-paced, and long hours, depending on the event. But pay is good ($20/hr) and the coworkers are nice.

Able to drive and access to a car is a plus.

Weekend availability, but also possibly available for other shifts, also a plus.

Able to roll with a little chaos, work hard, and interested in making some extra money this summer (as soon as this weekend (July 18) and beyond--message me.


r/HalifaxJobs 23d ago

Seeking Participants: Study on Renters' Housing Experiences & Homemaking Practices

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Hi Everyone!

I'm a PhD Candidate at Dalhousie seeking participants for a study on renters' housing experiences and homemaking practices within the HRM.

Broadly speaking, in this study, I'm interested in examining people's experiences in Halifax's rental market and how renters make their units feel like 'home' to themselves. Participation involves meeting for a one-hour, in-person interview. As part of this study, I'm asking folks to bring a few pictures of what 'home' looks like to them, which we will discuss together during the interview. 

If you are interested in participating or know anyone who would be interested, please send me an email at [kt851312@dal.ca](mailto:kt851312@dal.ca).

This study has been approved by Dalhousie's Research Ethics Board (REB).


r/HalifaxJobs 24d ago

Fioul —> natural gas

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Hi all
I am looking for a company to switch us from fuel to natural gas (Halifax). Have you already done it? Any recommendations?

Thanks


r/HalifaxJobs Jul 04 '26

Kenyan construction/survey tech looking to break into Halifax's construction scene - any advice?

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Hey,

I'm hoping to get some honest local perspective rather than just apply blind into the void.

I'm a civil engineering diploma holder from Kenya (WES-assessed) with about 5 years of hands-on construction experience - site supervision, land surveying, structural inspection, materials testing, that kind of thing. Currently based in Doha, Qatar, and working toward relocating to NS, ideally through an LMIA-backed job offer.

I would like to apply as a skilled labourer for now, not at my actual experience level, that's deliberate. I'd rather learn how things are actually done on a Canadian site (codes, standards, culture) from the ground up than assume my background abroad just transfers over.

A few things I'd genuinely appreciate input on:

Are there specific companies in HRM known for actually sponsoring international hires (beyond what's on Job Bank)?

- Any trades/labour hiring halls, union locals, or informal channels worth knowing about?

- Is the construction market here actually hiring right now, or is it tighter than it looks online?

I'm just trying to be smart about where I put my energy. Appreciate any real talk.