Engineering Recruitment Consultant

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with commission

Access to recruitment tools

Professional development and training

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay seeks an experienced Engineering Recruitment Consultant to identify and recruit engineering professionals for manufacturing, construction, and renewable energy sectors. The role emphasizes strong on-site client interaction and end-to-end recruitment management.

Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years in recruitment, with a focus on engineering disciplines, and excellent communication and negotiation abilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of recruitment experience.
• Proven experience recruiting engineers across disciplines.
• Strong sourcing and interview skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Knowledge of Mossel Bay industrial landscape is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Source and attract engineers across mechanical, electrical, civil, and chemical disciplines.
• Develop relationships with clients in engineering/manufacturing sectors and understand their needs.
• Screen candidates, conduct interviews, and perform technical assessments.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from brief to offer negotiation.
• Provide market insights on talent availability, salary benchmarks, and industry trends.

Skills

Recruitment

Sourcing

Client relationships

Interviewing

Negotiation

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

Boolean searches

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a highly regarded Recruitment Consultancy situated in Mossel Bay , is seeking an experienced Engineering Recruitment Consultant . This specialized role focuses on identifying and recruiting talented engineering professionals for a variety of sectors including manufacturing, construction, and renewable energy. You will be responsible for managing the recruitment process from client consultation to successful candidate placement, ensuring a high level of service and expertise. This is a key position that requires a deep understanding of engineering disciplines and the ability to connect top talent with leading companies in the region. The role necessitates a strong on-site presence to build and maintain client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and attract skilled engineers across various disciplines (e.g., mechanical, electrical, civil, chemical).
• Develop strong relationships with clients in the engineering and manufacturing sectors to understand their specific needs.
• Conduct thorough candidate screening, interviews, and technical assessments to evaluate suitability.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from initial brief to offer negotiation and acceptance.
• Utilize market intelligence to advise clients on talent availability, salary benchmarks, and industry trends.
• Build and maintain a robust pipeline of engineering talent for current and future opportunities.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in recruitment, with a proven track record in engineering recruitment.
• Strong understanding of various engineering fields and the associated skill sets.
• Experience in using various sourcing tools and techniques to attract engineering professionals.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a busy desk in a target-driven environment.
• Familiarity with the industrial landscape in and around Mossel Bay is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with a generous commission structure based on placements.
• Opportunity to specialize in the in-demand engineering recruitment niche.
• Access to a comprehensive database and recruitment tools.
• Professional development and continuous training programs.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.