Hybrid Senior Recruiter: Engineering & Manufacturing

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive commission structure

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking a Senior Recruitment Consultant to lead our Engineering and Manufacturing practice, driving end-to-end recruitment for technical, operational, and leadership roles across the region.

You will develop innovative sourcing strategies, build strong client partnerships, conduct thorough candidate assessments, and negotiate offers with a focus on delivering exceptional outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of recruitment experience with specialization in engineering and manufacturing sectors.
• Demonstrable success in recruiting for roles such as Project Engineers, Design Engineers, Production Managers, Plant Managers, Process Engineers.
• Strong understanding of engineering disciplines and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency in recruitment software, LinkedIn Recruiter and advanced sourcing tools.
• Ability to manage multiple requisitions in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive, results-oriented with a strong commercial focus.
• Willingness to work a hybrid schedule, commuting to Randburg office.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment process for engineering and manufacturing roles, from junior technical positions to senior leadership.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to attract qualified candidates (mechanical, electrical, civil, chemical engineers, and operations managers).
• Conduct in-depth client consultations to understand technical requirements, project needs, and culture.
• Perform thorough candidate assessments including technical interviews, skills validation, and behavioral evaluations.
• Build and maintain a strong network within engineering and manufacturing sectors.
• Provide expert market insights and consultative advice on talent availability, compensation, and industry trends.
• Negotiate offers and ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the process.
• Achieve and exceed personal and team targets for placements and revenue generation.

Job description

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking a Senior Recruitment Consultant to lead our Engineering and Manufacturing practice, driving end-to-end recruitment for technical, operational, and leadership roles across the region.

You will develop innovative sourcing strategies, build strong client partnerships, conduct thorough candidate assessments, and negotiate offers with a focus on delivering exceptional outcomes.