Remote Recruitment Specialist - Engineering

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Remote work

Professional growth

Advanced tools

Collaborative team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Remote Recruitment Specialist focused on Engineering roles. You will source, screen and place engineers across mechanical, civil, electrical, and chemical disciplines for clients nationwide, with Upington as a regional emphasis.

This fully remote position rewards strong candidate experience, proactive talent engagement, and collaboration with a virtual team to align technical requirements with hiring managers and deliver successful placements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of recruitment experience with a strong focus on engineering roles.
• Proven ability to source and engage niche engineering talent using online platforms and professional networks.
• Solid understanding of engineering disciplines and their skills requirements.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, adept at remote interactions.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview engineering candidates across disciplines such as mechanical, civil, electrical, and chemical engineering.
• Develop and execute creative sourcing strategies to attract passive and active candidates for specialized engineering positions.
• Build and maintain a strong network of engineering professionals and foster long-term relationships.
• Partner closely with hiring managers to understand technical requirements and provide expert recruitment consultation.
• Manage the offer process, including negotiation and closing, ensuring a positive experience for both candidates and clients.
• Stay updated on industry trends, new technologies, and emerging skill sets within the engineering field.

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic Recruitment Consultancy , is seeking a highly motivated Remote Recruitment Specialist with a focus on Engineering roles. Operating in a fully remote capacity, you will be instrumental in sourcing and placing talented engineers across various disciplines for clients in and around Upington and nationally. This role requires a strong understanding of engineering disciplines, exceptional sourcing skills, and a commitment to providing an outstanding candidate experience. You will be part of a forward-thinking virtual team dedicated to connecting top engineering talent with innovative companies, contributing to the technological advancements and infrastructure projects in regions like the Northern Cape , fostering a remote-first approach to talent acquisition.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview engineering candidates across disciplines such as mechanical, civil, electrical, and chemical engineering.
• Develop and execute creative sourcing strategies to attract passive and active candidates for specialized engineering positions.
• Build and maintain a strong network of engineering professionals and foster long-term relationships.
• Partner closely with hiring managers to understand their technical requirements and provide expert recruitment consultation.
• Manage the offer process, including negotiation and closing, ensuring a positive experience for both candidates and clients.
• Stay updated on industry trends, new technologies, and emerging skill sets within the engineering field.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in recruitment, with a strong specialization in placing Engineering roles.
• Proven ability to source and engage niche engineering talent using various online platforms and professional networks.
• Solid understanding of different engineering disciplines and their respective skill requirements.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, adept at remote interactions.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage a high volume of requisitions effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• 100% Remote work opportunity, providing maximum flexibility and work-life balance.
• Professional development and continuous learning in specialized engineering recruitment.
• Access to advanced recruitment tools and platforms to support your success.
• A supportive and collaborative virtual team environment focused on innovation and shared achievement.