Engineering Recruitment Specialist

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Commission structure

Training opportunities

Office-based role

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Engineering Recruitment Specialist in Upington, Northern Cape. You will source, screen and place engineers across mechanical, electrical, civil and process disciplines for mining, manufacturing and infrastructure projects.

The role requires 4+ years in engineering recruitment and a proactive, autonomous mindset. You will develop sourcing strategies, build pipelines, and work closely with clients to understand project needs and culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years in recruitment with engineering/technical focus.
• Proven success sourcing and placing engineers across industries.
• Solid grasp of engineering principles and disciplines.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with ATS and technical recruitment tools.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen and recruit for design, project, site and specialist engineers.
• Develop targeted strategies to attract skilled engineers.
• Build a robust candidate pipeline via networks, events and online platforms.
• Partner with clients to understand requirements, objectives and culture.
• Conduct technical interviews and assessments of candidate capabilities.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment life cycle from engagement to onboarding.
• Provide market intelligence on engineering talent and compensation trends.
• Stay updated on industry developments and best practices in engineering recruitment.
• Collaborate with team to improve service delivery.

Skills

Engineering recruitment

Candidate sourcing

ATS proficiency

Client management

Education

Engineering degree or diploma

Tools

Recruitment tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a well-established recruitment consultancy, is actively seeking an experienced Engineering Recruitment Specialist to join their team in Upington, Northern Cape . This role is crucial for sourcing and placing skilled professionals in engineering disciplines such as mechanical, electrical, civil, and process engineering, for various industries including mining, manufacturing, and infrastructure development. You will work closely with clients to understand their technical project needs and leverage your expertise to attract top-tier engineering talent. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of engineering principles, a proven ability to recruit for technical roles, and excellent networking capabilities within the engineering community. This is a significant opportunity to contribute to key industrial projects in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and recruit qualified candidates for a broad spectrum of engineering roles, including design engineers, project engineers, site engineers, and specialised technical consultants.
• Develop and implement targeted recruitment strategies to attract skilled engineers and technical experts.
• Build and maintain a robust pipeline of engineering candidates through various channels, including professional networks, industry events, and online platforms.
• Partner closely with clients to thoroughly understand their engineering requirements, project objectives, and company culture.
• Conduct in-depth technical interviews and assessments to evaluate candidates' skills, experience, and problem-solving abilities.
• Manage the entire recruitment lifecycle, from initial engagement to offer negotiation and successful onboarding.
• Provide clients with valuable market intelligence and insights on engineering talent availability and compensation trends.
• Stay updated on industry developments, new technologies, and best practices in engineering recruitment.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share knowledge and enhance service delivery within the team.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in recruitment, with a strong specialization in engineering or technical recruitment.
• Demonstrated success in sourcing and placing candidates for critical engineering roles across diverse industries.
• Solid understanding of engineering principles, terminology, and various engineering disciplines.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage technical professionals.
• Proficiency in using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and specialized engineering recruitment tools.
• A results-driven approach and a proactive mindset towards candidate sourcing and client management.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple recruitment assignments effectively.
• A relevant engineering degree or diploma is highly desirable.
• Based in or willing to commute to the Upington, Northern Cape , area is required.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive base salary and an attractive commission structure, rewarding successful placements. You will gain valuable experience working with leading companies involved in significant industrial and infrastructure projects. Continuous professional development and training opportunities are provided to enhance your recruitment expertise. The role offers a standard office-based working environment, fostering strong team collaboration. Join a professional and growth-oriented firm in the heart of the Northern Cape , making a real impact on engineering talent acquisition.