Remote Specialist Recruiter – Mining Sector

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Specialist Recruiter to focus on the Mining sector from Upington, Northern Cape. You will manage end-to-end recruitment, from client consultations to successful placements, leveraging deep industry knowledge and sourcing networks.

You will build strong relationships with mining companies, HR teams, and operations managers, ensuring timely delivery of top talent and a superb candidate experience in a dynamic, remote-friendly role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in recruitment with Mining/Resources focus.
• Proven success in sourcing and placing candidates in operational/technical roles.
• Knowledge of mining processes, equipment, and skill requirements.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview mining professionals (geologists, engineers, plant operators, safety officers, trades).
• Develop and maintain relationships with mining clients and HR teams.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment cycle from vacancy to onboarding.
• Utilize sourcing channels, industry databases, and networking to identify niche talent.
• Build a strong candidate pipeline with mining experience.

Skills

Sourcing expertise

Candidate screening

Client relationship management

ATS proficiency

Negotiation

Communication skills

Autonomy

Resilience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ATS systems

Recruitment databases

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Specialist Recruiter to focus on the Mining sector from Upington, Northern Cape. You will manage end-to-end recruitment, from client consultations to successful placements, leveraging deep industry knowledge and sourcing networks.

You will build strong relationships with mining companies, HR teams, and operations managers, ensuring timely delivery of top talent and a superb candidate experience in a dynamic, remote-friendly role.