Technical Recruitment Specialist

Placements24; Riverton (UT); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Diverse projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Technical Recruitment Specialist to join our client in Upington, Northern Cape. You will source and assess highly skilled IT, engineering, and trades candidates, manage end-to-end recruitment, and build strong client relationships in a hybrid work setting.

You will leverage ATS and sourcing tools, conduct in-depth interviews, and provide market insights to hiring managers. A tertiary qualification or equivalent experience is desirable.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in technical recruitment and sourcing of IT, engineering, or skilled trades candidates.
• Strong ability to source and assess highly specialized technical profiles.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with ATS and technical sourcing tools.
• Willingness to work in a Hybrid environment in Upington.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for technical roles across IT, engineering and skilled trades.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to attract specialized technical talent.
• Conduct in-depth technical interviews and assessments to evaluate candidate suitability.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients requiring technical expertise.
• Source candidates through professional networks, niche job boards, and databases.

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a specialized recruitment consultancy, is seeking a dedicated Technical Recruitment Specialist to join their team in Upington, Northern Cape. This role is essential for sourcing and placing highly skilled technical professionals across various industries, including IT, engineering, and skilled trades. You will be responsible for understanding complex technical requirements, identifying top talent, and managing the recruitment process end-to-end. The position offers a Hybrid working model, providing a balance between in-office collaboration in Upington and the flexibility of remote work, allowing for effective engagement with clients and candidates throughout the Northern Cape region.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for technical roles, including IT, engineering, and skilled trades.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to attract specialized technical talent.
• Conduct in-depth technical interviews and assessments to evaluate candidate suitability.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients requiring technical expertise.
• Act as a subject matter expert on the technical talent market.
• Source candidates through various channels, including professional networks, niche job boards, and databases.
• Ensure a high-quality candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand their technical needs and provide market insights.
• Maintain accurate records and manage candidate pipelines within the recruitment system.

Requirements

• Proven experience in technical recruitment, with a strong understanding of IT, engineering, or skilled trade roles.
• Demonstrated ability to source and assess highly specialized technical candidates.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build rapport and credibility with technical professionals and hiring managers.
• Proficiency with recruitment software, ATS, and technical sourcing tools.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple technical vacancies concurrently.
• Ability to work effectively in a Hybrid environment.
• Familiarity with the Northern Cape technical and industrial landscape is a significant plus.
• A relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with attractive performance-based incentives.
• Flexible Hybrid working model, offering a great work-life balance.
• Opportunity to specialize in high-demand technical recruitment.
• Professional development and ongoing training.
• Work within a supportive team at a respected recruitment consultancy in Upington.
• Exposure to diverse technical roles and leading companies in the Northern Cape.
• Contribute to critical projects by placing essential technical talent.