Mining Recruitment Consultant

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive commission structure

Career advancement opportunities

Industry-focused role

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Mining Recruitment Consultant to join our Upington team. You will source, screen, and place engineers, geologists, technicians and operations staff within mines across the Northern Cape.

Build strong client relationships and use industry networks to deliver top talent for critical roles. You will manage the full recruitment cycle, from initial brief to offer, ensuring timely placements and high client satisfaction in a market known for its mineral

Qualifications

• Significant recruitment experience, preferably in mining or heavy industry.
• Ability to assess technical qualifications and cultural fit for demanding environments.
• Strong networking and sourcing capabilities to identify hard-to-find talent.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with mining sector clients.
• Source, screen, and interview candidates for technical, operational, and managerial roles.
• Utilize industry networks to find specialized talent and manage end-to-end placements.
• Provide clients with insights into the mining talent market and recruitment best practices.

Skills

Recruitment

Networking

Sourcing

Interviewing

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

ATS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a specialized recruitment consultancy, is seeking an experienced Mining Recruitment Consultant to join their team in Upington . This critical role involves sourcing and placing skilled professionals for the mining sector, including engineers, geologists, technicians, and operational staff. You will work closely with mining companies in the Northern Cape to understand their complex operational needs and connect them with the right talent. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of the mining industry, excellent networking capabilities, and a proven track record in technical recruitment. This is a significant opportunity to contribute to a vital industry in a region known for its rich mineral resources, working within a firm that values expertise and industry knowledge.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients in the mining sector.
• Source, screen, and interview candidates for technical, operational, and managerial roles within mines.
• Utilise advanced search techniques and industry networks to find specialized talent.
• Manage the entire recruitment process, ensuring timely and effective placements.
• Provide clients with insights into the mining talent market and recruitment best practices.

Requirements

• Significant experience in recruitment, with a proven specialization in the mining or heavy industry sectors.
• Strong understanding of mining operations, equipment, and required skill sets.
• Excellent ability to assess technical qualifications and cultural fit for demanding environments.
• Proficiency in sourcing hard-to-find talent in specialized fields.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, particularly with technical candidates and clients.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and a generous commission structure tied to placements in the mining industry.
• Opportunity to work within a specialized and essential sector of the economy.
• Be part of a firm with deep industry knowledge and a strong reputation in Upington .
• Potential for career advancement within the specialized recruitment field.
• Contribute to the operational success of key mining enterprises in the Northern Cape .