Lead Recruitment Consultant - Industrial & Manufacturing

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Leadership development

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane, Limpopo, ZA is seeking a Lead Recruitment Consultant to manage end-to-end recruitment for industrial and manufacturing roles. You will build strong client relationships, mentor a team of consultants, and drive sourcing strategies to attract top talent.

The hybrid role combines office collaboration with remote flexibility. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in industrial recruitment, strong negotiation and client-management skills, and a passion for connecting skilled

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of recruitment experience in industrial/manufacturing sectors.
• Experience recruiting for skilled trades, engineering, and operations management.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, supply chains, and industrial operations.
• Excellent client management, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Experience leading or mentoring a recruitment team is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage recruitment assignments for industrial and manufacturing clients across multiple roles.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to attract candidates in the industrial sector.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships and understand talent needs.
• Mentor and guide junior recruitment consultants to ensure high service delivery.
• Conduct in-depth interviews and assessments to evaluate candidate fit for industrial environments.
• Negotiate offers and manage the candidate journey from application to placement.
• Stay informed about industry trends, manufacturing technologies, and supply chain dynamics.
• Identify new client opportunities in the Limpopo region to support business growth.

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent recruitment consultancy specializing in the Industrial and Manufacturing sectors, is seeking a skilled Lead Recruitment Consultant for their Polokwane, Limpopo, ZA office. This leadership role involves managing end-to-end recruitment processes for a wide array of positions, from skilled trades and operations to engineering and management roles within manufacturing and industrial companies. You will be responsible for building strong client relationships, developing effective sourcing strategies, and mentoring a team of consultants. This hybrid position offers the benefit of working collaboratively in the office while also enjoying the flexibility of remote work. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in industrial recruitment, a strong understanding of manufacturing processes, and a passion for connecting skilled professionals with leading companies in the Polokwane region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage recruitment assignments for industrial and manufacturing clients, covering roles such as plant managers, engineers, technicians, skilled trades, and production staff.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to attract a diverse pool of qualified candidates in the industrial sector.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key clients, understanding their operational needs and talent requirements.
• Mentor and guide junior recruitment consultants, fostering their professional growth and ensuring high service delivery standards.
• Conduct in-depth interviews and assessments to evaluate candidate skills, experience, and cultural fit for industrial environments.
• Negotiate offer packages and manage the entire candidate journey from application to successful placement.
• Stay informed about industry trends, new manufacturing technologies, and supply chain dynamics affecting talent acquisition.
• Contribute to business development efforts by identifying new client opportunities in the Limpopo province.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of recruitment experience, with a strong focus on the Industrial and Manufacturing sectors.
• Proven ability to recruit for skilled trades, engineering, and operational management roles.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, supply chains, and industrial operations.
• Excellent client management, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Experience in leading or mentoring a recruitment team is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other recruitment tools.
• A proactive and results-driven approach to recruitment.
• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and an attractive performance-based bonus structure.
• Hybrid work model offering a blend of office collaboration and remote flexibility.
• Opportunities for leadership development and career progression.
• Access to a wide range of challenging and rewarding roles within the industrial sector.
• A supportive and dynamic team environment.
• The chance to make a significant impact on key industries in Polokwane.