Talent Acquisition Specialist

Konecranes; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15% KPI bonus

Employee Share Scheme

MyKonecranes Rewards

Job summary

Konecranes is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist in Sydney to lead sourcing, screening, and hiring across blue- and white-collar roles. You will collaborate with hiring managers and the People and Culture team to design effective recruitment strategies and manage the full lifecycle.

The role emphasizes candidate experience, market insights, and compliant processes, with opportunities to contribute to Employee Share Scheme and local training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field.
• 2–3 years experience in Talent Acquisition.
• Experience in blue-collar and white-collar environments.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency with ATS and recruitment software.

Responsibilities

• Develop recruitment strategies with hiring managers.
• Source and attract candidates through multiple channels.
• Screen candidates via resume reviews and initial interviews.
• Coordinate interviews with hiring teams.
• Manage candidate experience from initial contact to onboarding.
• Prepare and extend offers and negotiate terms.
• Monitor labour market trends to inform strategy.
• Ensure recruitment activities comply with laws and policies.
• Track and report key recruitment metrics.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Recruitment lifecycle

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

Applicant Tracking System

Job description

At Konecranes, we believe that great customer experience is built on the people behind the Konecranes name. Everything we do, we do with passion and drive. We believe diversity drives business success and is the foundation for our growth. We welcome different backgrounds and skills that enrich our community and we promote a place where we can ALL be ourselves. This is what makes Konecranes a unique place to work.

Job Description

As a Talent Acquisition Specialist at Konecranes, you will play a critical role in sourcing, attracting, and hiring top talent to meet our organizational goals. You will work closely with hiring managers and the People and Culture team to develop effective recruitment strategies, manage the full recruitment lifecycle, and ensure a seamless candidate experience. This role requires a proactive approach to talent acquisition, a deep understanding of market trends, and a passion for building relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruitment Strategy Development: Partner with hiring managers to develop and execute effective recruitment strategies tailored to specific roles and departments.
• Sourcing and Attraction: Utilize various channels (job boards, social media, networking, etc.) to source and attract high-quality candidates.
• Candidate Screening: Conduct thorough candidate screenings, including resume reviews, phone interviews, and initial assessments, to identify the best fit for each role.
• Interview Coordination: Arrange and coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring teams, ensuring a smooth and efficient process.
• Candidate Experience: Manage the candidate experience from initial contact through onboarding, ensuring a positive and engaging process.
• Offer Management: Prepare and extend job offers, negotiate terms, and manage the hiring process to successful completion.
• Market Insights: Stay updated on industry trends and labour market conditions to inform recruitment strategies and attract top talent.
• Compliance: Ensure all recruitment activities comply with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Reporting and Metrics: Track and report on key recruitment metrics to assess the effectiveness of recruitment strategies and identify areas for improvement.

Qualifications

You will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (preferred).
• 2-3 years experience as a Talent Acquisition Specialist working within a blue-collar and white-collar environment.
• Strong understanding of the full recruitment lifecycle and various sourcing techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with candidates and hiring managers.
• Proficiency in using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment software.
• Ability to manage multiple recruitment projects simultaneously and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Additional Information

In return you will get:

• A competitive base salary, based on experience
• A 15% bonus based on agreed KPI's
• The opportunity to participate in the Employee Share Scheme
• The chance to be part of a supportive team environment
• To be recognised and take advantage of hundreds of discounts and rewards through the MyKonecranes Rewards program
• Support and encouragement to develop your skills with local training opportunities available

Our key objective is to improve the safety, productivity, and sustainability of our customers’ operations today and in the future.

Konecranes moves what matters. We are a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries. We consistently set the industry benchmark, from everyday improvements to the breakthroughs at moments that matter most, because we know we can always find a safer, more productive and sustainable way. That's why, with 16 000+ professionals in over 50 countries, we are trusted every day to lift, handle and move what the world needs. Konecranes is committed to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are treated fairly in an environment which is free from any form of discrimination.