Senior IT Recruitment Consultant - Cloud & DevOps

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600.000 - 900.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid work model

Medical aid and retirement options

Career development opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Senior IT Recruitment Consultant in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, with a hybrid work model combining office collaboration and remote autonomy. The role centers on sourcing and placing senior Cloud and DevOps professionals across KwaZulu-Natal and beyond.

You will source candidates with AWS/Azure/GCP, Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform and Ansible, conduct rigorous screenings, and manage client relationships.

Qualifikationen

• 4+ years of IT recruitment experience.
• Proven ability to recruit for Cloud and DevOps roles such as Cloud Engineers, SREs, DevOps Engineers, Solutions Architects, CI/CD Specialists.
• Deep understanding of AWS, Azure, GCP and DevOps tools and practices.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Hybrid work structure experience and ATS proficiency.

Aufgaben

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for cloud and DevOps positions.
• Proactively source candidates with AWS, Azure, GCP, Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, Ansible, CI/CD pipelines, etc.
• Conduct detailed technical screening and behavioural interviews.
• Develop and nurture relationships with clients in the technology sector.
• Identify passive candidates using advanced sourcing techniques.
• Present qualified candidates and provide feedback and market insights.
• Negotiate offers and manage onboarding.
• Stay updated with cloud and DevOps trends.

Kenntnisse

Strong communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/HR or related

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Kubernetes

Docker

Terraform

Ansible

CI/CD

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic recruitment consultancy, is seeking a Senior IT Recruitment Consultant to specialize in Cloud and DevOps roles. This position is based in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, and operates on a Hybrid model, offering a mix of office-based teamwork and remote autonomy. You will be crucial in sourcing, assessing, and placing highly skilled professionals in areas such as cloud architecture, site reliability engineering, and DevOps implementation. This role is ideal for an experienced IT recruiter looking to deepen their expertise in a rapidly evolving and in-demand technology niche, serving clients across KwaZulu-Natal and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for cloud and DevOps positions.
• Proactively source candidates with expertise in AWS, Azure, GCP, Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, Ansible, CI/CD pipelines, etc.
• Conduct detailed technical screening and behavioural interviews to assess candidate suitability.
• Develop and nurture strong relationships with key clients in the technology sector.
• Utilize advanced sourcing techniques to identify and engage with passive candidates in the cloud and DevOps space.
• Present well-qualified candidates to clients, providing insightful feedback and market intelligence.
• Negotiate offers and manage the candidate onboarding process effectively.
• Stay current with the latest trends, tools, and methodologies in cloud computing and DevOps.
• Meet and exceed placement targets while ensuring a superior candidate and client experience.

Requirements

• A minimum of 4 years of experience in IT recruitment, with a strong focus on Cloud and DevOps specializations.
• Proven ability to recruit for roles such as Cloud Engineers, SREs, DevOps Engineers, Solutions Architects, and CI/CD Specialists.
• Deep understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and DevOps tools and practices.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Capability to work effectively within a Hybrid work structure.
• Proficiency in using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and various recruitment databases.
• A proactive, results-driven, and highly organized approach to recruitment.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Human Resources, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Passion for technology and a commitment to continuous learning.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with performance-related bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund options.
• Ongoing opportunities for professional development and career advancement in IT recruitment.
• A supportive and collaborative Hybrid work environment in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal.
• The chance to work on exciting cloud and DevOps projects with leading companies.
• Regular team-building events and a positive company culture.