Recruitment Officer

STS Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent logistics company in Dubai is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to manage the full recruitment cycle, including sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree and 1–3 years of recruitment experience, particularly in the logistics/transport sector. Responsibilities include hiring for various transport roles and building a strong candidate database. Strong communication and familiarity with recruitment software are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of recruitment experience, preferably in logistics/transport sector.
• Proficient in English (verbal and written).
• Familiar with the rules and regulations of relevant governing bodies.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment cycle from sourcing to onboarding.
• Hire for transport-specific roles such as drivers and warehouse staff.
• Conduct initial screening and schedule interviews.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Time management

Recruitment experience

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field

Tools

MS Office

Recruitment software/ATS

Job description

Talent Acquisition & Hiring

• Manage the full recruitment cycle: sourcing, screening, shortlisting, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Hire for transport-specific roles such as drivers, helpers, warehouse staff, supervisors, and logistics coordinators.
• Develop and maintain job postings on job portals, social media, and industry networks.
• Conduct initial screening and schedule interviews with line managers.
• Ensure timely recruitment to meet operational requirements.

Candidate Sourcing

• Use multiple sourcing channels: job sites, social media, referrals, local recruitment agencies, and field mobilization.
• Build and maintain a strong candidate database, especially for high-volume roles like drivers and loaders.
• Organize walk-in interviews, job fairs, and local recruitment drives.

Documentation & Compliance

• Verify candidate documents such as driving licenses, permits, ID proofs, experience certificates, background checks, etc.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Maintain updated recruitment trackers, reports, and MIS.

Coordination & Communication

• Coordinate with operations managers to understand manpower requirements.
• Provide timely updates on hiring status and challenges.
• Assist with onboarding, joining formalities, induction, and orientation activities.

Employer Branding

• Promote the company as an employer of choice in the transport and logistics sector.
• Support initiatives to improve candidate experience and retention.

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field.
• 1–3 years of recruitment experience; logistics/transport sector experience preferred.
• Familiarity with MS Office and recruitment software/ATS.
• Proficient in English (verbal and written).
• Effective communicator (written and spoken).
• Be fully versed in all the rules and regulations of the regulatory authorities and other relevant governing bodies (RTA, KHDA, MOE).
• Advanced user of Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Time management skills - Ability to multi-task and handle peaks in workload.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience hiring blue-collar and field roles (drivers, Bus Conductor, workshop technicians).
• Knowledge of recruitment tools, portals, and social media sourcing.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
• Good understanding of transport/logistics operations is a plus.
• Strong organization and reporting skills.