Lead Talent Acquisition Specialist - Engineering

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working in Durban

Career progression opportunities

Exposure to leading engineering firms

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Lead Talent Acquisition Specialist to spearhead its Engineering recruitment division in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. The role requires strategic leadership, team mentoring, and strong client management to attract top engineering talent.

You will design sourcing strategies, manage the full lifecycle for complex roles, and build relationships with local engineering firms. A hybrid Durban office setup will support flexible collaboration.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years in talent acquisition or recruitment.
• At least 2 years in leadership or mentoring role.
• Specialized experience in engineering recruitment.
• Proven ability to build, manage and motivate a recruitment team.
• Experience with Durban and KwaZulu-Natal region recruitment.
• Proficiency in ATS and recruitment technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of talent acquisition specialists focused on engineering.
• Design and implement innovative sourcing strategies to attract engineers and technical professionals.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for complex engineering roles.
• Cultivate relationships with engineering firms and industry leaders in Durban.
• Conduct market analysis to identify talent pools and competitive intelligence.
• Partner with clients to understand talent needs and develop bespoke recruitment solutions.
• Oversee recruitment metrics and reporting to drive efficiency and effectiveness.
• Champion diversity and inclusion initiatives within the recruitment process.

Skills

Leadership

Engineering recruitment

Sourcing strategies

Candidate engagement

Employer branding

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Mentoring

Team management

ATS experience

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a premier recruitment consultancy operating in **Durban, KwaZulu-Natal**, is looking for a dynamic and experienced Lead Talent Acquisition Specialist to spearhead their **Engineering recruitment** division. This leadership role requires a strategic thinker with a passion for connecting top engineering talent with innovative companies. You will be responsible for building and mentoring a team, driving strategic sourcing initiatives, and managing key client relationships within the **engineering sector**. The position offers a hybrid work model, blending the collaboration of the **Durban** office with the flexibility of remote work. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in **KwaZulu-Natal**'s thriving industrial landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and develop a team of talent acquisition specialists focused on the engineering domain.


• Design and implement innovative sourcing strategies to attract highly skilled engineers and technical professionals.


• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for complex engineering roles, ensuring a seamless candidate experience.


• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with engineering firms and industry leaders in **Durban**.


• Conduct in-depth market analysis to identify emerging talent pools and competitive intelligence.


• Partner with clients to understand their specific talent needs and develop bespoke recruitment solutions.


• Oversee recruitment metrics and reporting, driving continuous improvement in efficiency and effectiveness.


• Champion diversity and inclusion initiatives within the recruitment process.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in talent acquisition or recruitment, with at least 2 years in a leadership or mentoring role.


• Specialized experience or a strong understanding of the **engineering recruitment** landscape.


• Proven ability to build, manage, and motivate a recruitment team.


• Excellent understanding of sourcing strategies, candidate engagement, and employer branding.


• Strong negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.


• Experience working in or recruiting for clients in **Durban** and the surrounding **KwaZulu-Natal** region.


• Proficiency in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment technologies.


• A strategic mindset with a focus on delivering high-quality talent solutions.

Benefits

• Attractive salary and performance-based bonuses.


• Hybrid working arrangement, offering flexibility in **Durban, KwaZulu-Natal**.


• Opportunities for career progression and professional development.


• Exposure to a wide range of leading engineering companies.


• A supportive and dynamic team environment.


• Chance to lead and shape a critical function within a respected consultancy.


• Contribution to industry-shaping recruitment strategies.