Remote Recruitment Specialist - Mining & Resources

Placements24; Willows (CA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Performance bonuses

Professional development

Cutting-edge recruitment tools

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Recruitment Specialist focused on the Mining & Resources sector. This fully remote role requires deep knowledge of mining operations, engineering, and technical roles, with ongoing sourcing and placement across hard-to-fill positions.

You will negotiate offers, manage the recruitment lifecycle, and collaborate with clients and distributed teams from anywhere. Strong market insights and independent work ethic are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of recruitment experience in mining and resources.
• Strong understanding of mining operations and technical roles.
• Proven success sourcing for hard-to-fill positions in mining.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview candidates for mining roles.
• Develop recruitment strategies to attract passive and active candidates.
• Build relationships with stakeholders in the mining industry.
• Conduct market research on talent pools and compensation benchmarks.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment lifecycle and offers.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams in a remote setting.
• Maintain accurate candidate records in ATS.

Skills

Mining knowledge

Sourcing & placement

Remote work discipline

ATS proficiency

Stakeholder communication

Tools

ATS platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading recruitment consultancy, is seeking an accomplished Recruitment Specialist to focus on the Mining & Resources sector. This is a unique opportunity for a candidate with a strong understanding of mining operations, engineering, and technical roles within this industry. You will be responsible for identifying, attracting, and securing top talent for our clients in the mining and resources sector, contributing significantly to their operational success. This role is designed to be fully remote , allowing you to work from anywhere within South Africa while collaborating closely with our client's head office and their diverse clientele. The successful candidate will leverage extensive networks and advanced sourcing strategies to fill critical positions, from geologists and engineers to operational managers and safety officers. Join our dynamic, remote-first team and help shape the future of the mining talent landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview candidates for specialized roles within the mining and resources sector, including engineering, geological, operational, and safety positions.
• Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies to attract passive and active candidates in this niche market.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders in the mining industry, understanding their specific talent needs.
• Conduct in-depth market research to identify talent pools and understand competitive compensation benchmarks.
• Manage the entire recruitment lifecycle for assigned roles, ensuring timely and successful placements.
• Negotiate complex job offers and facilitate the onboarding process for successful candidates.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory changes, and technological advancements affecting the mining sector.
• Utilize advanced sourcing techniques and technology to identify and engage with top-tier professionals.
• Collaborate effectively with clients and internal teams in a fully remote setting.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of recruitment experience, with a strong focus on the mining and resources sector.
• Demonstrated understanding of mining operations, engineering disciplines, and related technical roles.
• Proven success in sourcing and placing candidates in hard-to-fill positions within the mining industry.
• Excellent sourcing, interviewing, and assessment skills.
• Strong negotiation and communication abilities.
• Experience working in a fully remote environment and managing distributed teams/clients effectively.
• Proficiency with ATS and other recruitment technologies.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet demanding deadlines.
• Strong market knowledge of the mining and resources sector in South Africa and internationally.
• Must be comfortable working remotely with excellent self-discipline and time management skills.

Benefits

• A competitive salary package with performance-based bonuses.
• The flexibility and convenience of a fully remote work arrangement.
• Opportunity to specialize in a high-demand, globally significant industry.
• Work with a leading recruitment consultancy that values innovation and remote collaboration.
• Access to cutting-edge recruitment tools and a supportive virtual team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• Be part of a company that is shaping the talent landscape for the future of mining.
• Potential for career progression within the consultancy.