Senior Engineering Recruiter

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 540,000 - 740,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary + commission

Medical aid

Retirement plan

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Engineering Recruiter in Stellenbosch to lead end-to-end recruitment for mechanical, civil, electrical, and chemical engineering roles. You will design sourcing strategies, screen and interview candidates, and partner with clients to meet technical needs in a dynamic market.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in engineering-focused recruitment, strong communication, and negotiation skills, plus experience using ATS and LinkedIn Recruiter.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of recruitment experience with a strong focus on engineering roles.
• Proven success sourcing and placing candidates across mechanical, civil, electrical, and chemical engineering.
• Strong understanding of engineering terminology, technologies and industry trends.
• Excellent sourcing skills and proficiency with technical recruitment tools and platforms.
• Strong interviewing, assessment, and negotiation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage full recruitment lifecycle for engineering positions from junior to senior levels.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies to attract engineering talent using job boards, networks and direct outreach.
• Conduct screening and interviews to assess technical qualifications and culture fit.
• Partner with engineering hiring managers and clients to understand requirements and team dynamics.
• Build and maintain a robust talent pipeline and provide salary benchmarking.
• Ensure positive candidate experience and accurate data in the ATS.
• Stay updated on industry trends and technologies affecting engineering recruitment.
• Contribute to growth of the engineering recruitment division.

Skills

Engineering recruitment

Sourcing candidates

Interviewing

Negotiation

Communication

Candidate screening

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

ATS

LinkedIn Recruiter

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a reputable recruitment consultancy situated in the vibrant academic and business hub of Stellenbosch, Western Cape , is seeking a Senior Engineering Recruiter. This role is critical for identifying and attracting highly skilled engineering talent across various disciplines, including mechanical, civil, electrical, and chemical engineering, to support a diverse client base in innovation and industrial sectors. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of engineering principles and the ability to engage effectively with engineering professionals. You will be responsible for managing end-to-end recruitment processes, developing robust sourcing strategies, and building strong relationships with both clients and candidates. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced recruiter to contribute to a growing firm and specialize in a highly technical and in-demand field.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for engineering positions, from junior to senior levels.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to attract a wide pool of engineering talent, utilizing technical job boards, professional networks, and direct outreach.
• Conduct thorough screening and interviews to assess technical qualifications, experience, and cultural fit.
• Partner closely with engineering hiring managers and clients to understand their specific technical requirements and team dynamics.
• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline of qualified engineering professionals.
• Provide market insights and salary benchmarking for engineering roles.
• Ensure a positive and professional candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Maintain accurate candidate data and recruitment activity within the ATS.
• Stay updated on industry trends, new technologies, and engineering skill demands.
• Contribute to the overall success and growth of the engineering recruitment division.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in recruitment, with a significant focus on engineering roles.
• Demonstrable success in sourcing and placing candidates in various engineering disciplines.
• A strong understanding of engineering terminology, technologies, and industry trends.
• Excellent sourcing skills and proficiency with technical recruitment tools and platforms.
• Strong interviewing, assessment, and negotiation abilities.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Human Resources, or a related field is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple requisitions and deadlines effectively.
• Experience working within or recruiting for clients in the Western Cape region is advantageous.
• Proactive, results-oriented, and possess strong organizational skills.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, a performance-based commission structure, and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical aid and retirement planning.
• Employees enjoy the benefits of a hybrid work model, allowing for flexibility and a balanced work-life integration in Stellenbosch .
• Opportunities for continuous professional development, including specialized engineering recruitment training, are provided.
• The company foster a collaborative and supportive team environment.
• This role offers significant potential for career growth and specialization within the engineering recruitment sector.