Lead Mining & Resources Recruiter - Hybrid, Growth & Equity

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Career progression

Leadership development

Profit-sharing potential

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Recruitment Consultant to head its Mining & Resources division in Klerksdorp, North West. You will lead a team, drive BD, and manage complex senior recruitment assignments within the mining sector.

The role blends strategic office collaboration with hybrid remote work, requiring a strong network in SA's mining community, deep sector knowledge, and a proven ability to attract top talent to major mining operators.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years in recruitment with at least 3 years in leadership within Mining & Resources.
• Proven success leading recruitment teams and achieving objectives.
• Deep understanding of mining lifecycle, technologies and key roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of recruitment consultants focused on Mining & Resources.
• Drive business development to expand client base and new mandates.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment for senior and specialist mining roles.
• Develop sourcing strategies to attract niche talent in geology, mining engineering, metallurgy, operations.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with mining sector stakeholders.
• Conduct in-depth candidate assessments of technical leadership and fit.
• Negotiate competitive compensation with top mining professionals.
• Meet and exceed team and individual KPIs and targets.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, market intelligence, and regulatory changes.

Skills

Leadership

Business Development

Recruitment

Mining Industry Knowledge

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining/Geology/Business

Tools

ATS systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Recruitment Consultant to head its Mining & Resources division in Klerksdorp, North West. You will lead a team, drive BD, and manage complex senior recruitment assignments within the mining sector.

The role blends strategic office collaboration with hybrid remote work, requiring a strong network in SA's mining community, deep sector knowledge, and a proven ability to attract top talent to major mining operators.