Technical Recruiter - Mining & Resources

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus and commissions

Professional development

Mentorship

Team events

Mining hub location

Job summary

Placements24, a recruitment consultancy, is seeking a Technical Recruiter for the mining and resources sector from its Welkom office in the Free State. You will identify and attract skilled engineers, geologists, metallurgists, and artisans, manage the full recruitment cycle, and support clients across major mining players.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in technical recruitment, strong mining knowledge, excellent communication, and a proactive sourcing mindset.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in technical recruitment, with mining or resources experience.
• Solid understanding of mining operations and engineering disciplines.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Bachelor's degree preferred in Engineering, Earth Sciences, or HR.
• Experience with recruitment software and sourcing tools.

Responsibilities

• Source and recruit engineers, geologists, metallurgists, and artisans for mining roles.
• Build relationships with key mining clients.
• Understand technical specs, safety requirements, and operations.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment and placements.
• Provide market insights on talent availability and compensation.
• Maintain candidate and client data in the ATS.

Skills

Technical recruitment

Mining industry knowledge

Client relationship management

Interviewing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Earth Sciences/HR

Tools

ATS experience

Sourcing tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a specialist recruitment consultancy based in Welkom, Free State , is seeking a Technical Recruiter with a focus on the Mining and Resources sector. This role is essential for identifying and attracting highly skilled technical professionals required by major players in the mining industry. Operating from our Welkom office, you will immerse yourself in the heart of South Africa's mining landscape. You will be responsible for the full recruitment cycle, from understanding complex technical requirements to sourcing, interviewing, and placing candidates. This is a challenging yet rewarding opportunity for a recruiter with a passion for technical roles and a desire to make a significant impact within a vital industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and recruit candidates for technical roles within the mining and resources sector, including engineers (mining, mechanical, electrical), geologists, metallurgists, and skilled artisans.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key clients in the mining industry.
• Understand the technical specifications, safety requirements, and operational demands of the mining sector.
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, ensuring timely and effective placements.
• Utilize specialized sourcing techniques and networks to attract niche talent.
• Conduct thorough interviews and assessments to evaluate technical competencies and cultural fit.
• Provide clients with market intelligence on talent availability and compensation trends.
• Maintain accurate candidate and client data within the recruitment management system.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in technical recruitment, with a proven track record in the mining or resources sector.
• Strong understanding of mining operations, geological processes, and related engineering disciplines.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Knowledge of the Welkom and Free State mining industry is a strong advantage.
• Proficiency in using recruitment software and online sourcing tools.
• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Earth Sciences, Human Resources, or a related field is preferred.
• Resilience and a proactive approach to talent sourcing.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with an attractive bonus and commission structure.
• Opportunity to specialize in a high-demand, critical industry sector.
• Be part of a leading recruitment consultancy focused on the mining and resources sector.
• Professional development and ongoing training opportunities.
• Supportive team environment and mentorship.
• Work in the heart of the mining region in Welkom .
• Regular team events and company functions.