Engineering Recruitment Consultant - Hybrid & Remote

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance incentives

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Hybrid work

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking a focused Recruitment Consultant specializing in engineering to join our team. The role blends remote tasks with essential in-person client meetings and team collaboration in a fast-paced hub.

You will own the full recruitment lifecycle—from sourcing and screening engineers to negotiating offers and onboarding. The ideal candidate understands mechanical, civil, electrical, and chemical engineering disciplines and thrives in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in recruitment, with a specialization in engineering recruitment.
• Knowledge of various engineering disciplines and the typical skill sets required.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and client management skills.
• Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment sourcing tools.
• Ability to thrive in a hybrid work environment, balancing remote tasks with in-office collaboration in Sandton.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes for engineering roles, understanding technical specifications and project requirements.
• Source and attract qualified engineering professionals through technical job boards, professional networks, and industry events.
• Conduct thorough technical interviews and assessments to evaluate candidates' skills, experience, and project portfolios.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with engineering firms and manufacturing companies.
• Negotiate offers and manage the onboarding process for placed engineering talent.
• Stay updated on advancements in engineering fields and relevant talent market trends.

Job description

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking a focused Recruitment Consultant specializing in engineering to join our team. The role blends remote tasks with essential in-person client meetings and team collaboration in a fast-paced hub.

You will own the full recruitment lifecycle—from sourcing and screening engineers to negotiating offers and onboarding. The ideal candidate understands mechanical, civil, electrical, and chemical engineering disciplines and thrives in a hybrid work environment.