Recruitment Consultant - Mining & Resources

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive commission

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley is seeking an experienced Recruitment Consultant focused on the Mining and Resources sector to identify and place skilled professionals for mining operations and exploration firms in the Northern Cape and nearby regions.

You will build strong client relationships, source and assess candidates, and manage end-to-end recruitment in remote locations, leveraging sector knowledge and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Experience in mining, resources, or heavy industry recruitment.
• Familiarity with mining roles, skills, and equipment.
• Strong sourcing, screening, and assessment capabilities.
• Proven ability to manage complex recruitment projects in remote locations.
• Relevant degree highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview qualified candidates for mining and resource sector roles, from geologists to operational managers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients operating within the mining and resources industry.
• Understand the technical requirements and safety protocols specific to the mining sector.
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, ensuring successful placements and client satisfaction.
• Develop a deep understanding of the mining job market and its specific talent needs.
• Network effectively within the mining and resources community to identify talent and opportunities.

Skills

Candidate sourcing

Assessment skills

Client relationship management

Communication

Recruitment project management

Education

Mining Engineering

Geology

HR

Business

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a distinguished recruitment consultancy, is looking for an experienced Recruitment Consultant to specialize in the Mining and Resources sector in Kimberley . You will play a critical role in identifying and placing skilled professionals for mining operations, exploration companies, and related industries in the Northern Cape and surrounding regions. This position demands a thorough understanding of the mining lifecycle, operational roles, and the unique challenges of recruiting in remote or challenging locations. Join a dynamic firm that values expertise, offering a challenging yet rewarding career path in a vital sector of the South African economy.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview qualified candidates for mining and resource sector roles, from geologists to operational managers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients operating within the mining and resources industry.
• Understand the technical requirements and safety protocols specific to the mining sector.
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, ensuring successful placements and client satisfaction.
• Develop a deep understanding of the mining job market and its specific talent needs.
• Network effectively within the mining and resources community to identify talent and opportunities.

Requirements

• Previous experience in recruitment, with a specialization in the mining, resources, or heavy industry sectors.
• Familiarity with common roles, skills, and equipment within the mining industry.
• Excellent candidate sourcing and assessment skills.
• Strong client relationship management and communication abilities.
• Ability to manage complex recruitment projects in potentially remote locations.
• A degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, HR, or Business is highly advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with an attractive performance-based commission structure.
• Opportunity to become a subject matter expert in a critical industry.
• Work with prominent companies in the South African mining sector.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Access to industry-specific recruitment resources and networks.