Technical Recruitment Specialist - Engineering

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional development opportunities

Access to diverse client base

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Technical Recruitment Specialist focused on engineering for a hybrid role based in Welkom, Free State. You will lead the full recruitment cycle, from defining technical requirements with hiring managers to sourcing, screening and presenting qualified candidates.

You will develop sourcing strategies, build strong relationships with engineering professionals, and manage the candidate experience through offer and onboarding.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in technical recruitment, focused on engineering roles.
• Experience sourcing and engaging hard-to-find engineering talent.
• Familiarity with engineering disciplines and required skill sets.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview engineering candidates across disciplines (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil).
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies to attract niche engineering talent.
• Build and maintain relationships with engineering professionals and hiring managers.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment process, ensuring positive candidate and client experience.
• Understand technical job specs and translate into effective search criteria.
• Utilize ATS to manage candidate pipelines and recruitment activities.
• Stay updated on engineering industry trends and the Welkom market.
• Collaborate with other consultants to share market insights and candidate pools.
• Negotiate offers and facilitate onboarding for successful candidates.

Skills

Technical recruitment

Engineering knowledge

Communication

Negotiation

ATS proficiency

Education

Engineering or HR qualification

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic Recruitment Consultancy based in **Welkom, Free State**, is looking for a highly skilled Technical Recruitment Specialist with a focus on the Engineering sector. This role is crucial for identifying and attracting top engineering talent to support the diverse needs of their clients, particularly those in local industrial and mining sectors. You will be responsible for managing the full recruitment cycle, from understanding technical requirements with hiring managers to sourcing, screening, and presenting qualified candidates. This **Hybrid** role offers a balance of working from home and in the **Welkom** office, providing flexibility while maintaining strong team collaboration. If you have a passion for engineering and a talent for recruitment, this is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact in the **Free State** talent market.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview engineering candidates across various disciplines (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Civil).
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to attract niche engineering talent.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with engineering professionals and hiring managers.
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, ensuring a positive candidate and client experience.
• Understand technical job specifications and translate them into effective search criteria.
• Utilize Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to manage candidate pipelines and recruitment activities.
• Stay updated on engineering industry trends and the talent market in **Welkom** and surrounding areas.
• Collaborate with other recruitment consultants to share market insights and candidate pools.
• Negotiate offers and facilitate the onboarding process for successful candidates.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in technical recruitment, with a strong focus on engineering roles.
• Proven ability to source and engage hard-to-find engineering talent.
• Familiarity with various engineering disciplines and required skill sets.
• Excellent understanding of the recruitment process and best practices.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in using recruitment software and platforms.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work model.
• Experience recruiting within the **Free State** or similar industrial regions is a plus.
• A relevant qualification in Engineering, Human Resources, or a related field is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance incentives.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering work-life balance.
• Opportunity to specialize in high-demand engineering recruitment.
• Access to a diverse client base in the **Welkom** area.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative office culture.