Recruitment Business Partner - Mining Sector

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 720,000 - 960,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid working model

Professional development

Medical aid and retirement fund

Access to recruitment technology and资源

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria, Gauteng is seeking a Recruitment Business Partner to support key mining clients with end-to-end recruitment. You will partner with hiring managers, understand talent needs, and drive effective recruitment strategies across engineers, geologists, metallurgists, and management roles.

The role requires 4+ years in recruitment, strong stakeholder management, and proficiency with ATS. This hybrid position balances remote work with on-site responsibilities in Pretoria,

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years in full-cycle recruitment, preferably in mining/resources or heavy industry.
• Experience sourcing for niche/technical roles in mining or related sectors.
• Excellent stakeholder management and client advisory skills.
• Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment tools.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers and business leaders within mining to understand talent requirements and develop recruitment plans.
• Manage full recruitment lifecycle from requisition to offer for engineers, geologists, metallurgists, operational staff and management roles.
• Source candidates using advanced techniques, networking, and industry channels to identify scarce skills.
• Conduct candidate assessments, interviews, and reference checks to ensure quality and fit.
• Provide market intelligence on talent availability, compensation, and industry trends to clients.
• Develop and maintain relationships with candidates and stakeholders, ensuring a positive candidate experience.
• Utilize ATS to manage requisitions, track progress, and maintain data integrity.
• Contribute to talent pipelining and workforce planning for key mining clients.
• Ensure compliance with recruitment policies and best practices.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Sourcing techniques

Negotiation

Communication skills

Relationship building

Education

Tertiary qualification

Tools

ATS software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a renowned recruitment consultancy, is actively seeking a Recruitment Business Partner to support their key clients within the Pretoria, Gauteng region, specifically focusing on the demanding mining sector. This role requires a strategic and consultative approach, acting as a dedicated partner to hiring managers, understanding their unique talent needs, and driving effective recruitment strategies. You will be responsible for managing end-to-end recruitment processes, sourcing niche skills, and fostering strong relationships. The ideal candidate will have a proven background in recruitment, ideally with exposure to mining or related heavy industries, and possess excellent stakeholder management skills. This hybrid role offers a balance between remote work and office presence.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers and business leaders within the mining sector to understand their talent requirements and develop effective recruitment plans.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from requisition to offer, for a range of roles including engineers, geologists, metallurgists, operational staff, and management positions.
• Proactively source candidates using advanced search techniques, networking, and industry-specific channels to identify scarce skills.
• Conduct thorough candidate assessments, interviews, and reference checks to ensure quality and fit.
• Provide market intelligence and insights on talent availability, compensation, and industry trends to clients.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with candidates and stakeholders, ensuring a positive candidate experience.
• Utilize recruitment technology and ATS to manage requisitions, track progress, and maintain candidate data integrity.
• Contribute to talent pipelining and workforce planning initiatives for key mining clients.
• Ensure compliance with all recruitment policies and best practices.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a full-cycle recruitment role, with a preference for experience in the mining, resources, or heavy industry sectors.
• Demonstrated ability to source and attract candidates for specialized and technical roles.
• Strong understanding of recruitment best practices and talent acquisition strategies.
• Excellent stakeholder management and client relationship skills, with the ability to influence and advise.
• Proficiency in using ATS and recruitment sourcing tools.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, balancing remote and on-site responsibilities in Pretoria, Gauteng.
• A proactive, self-motivated, and results-oriented approach.
• Relevant tertiary qualification is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and attractive performance-based incentives.
• Hybrid working model providing flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional development and exposure to the dynamic mining industry.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Contribution towards medical aid and retirement fund.
• Access to cutting-edge recruitment technology and resources.