Senior Recruitment Consultant - Mining

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote-friendly

Career progression

Industry network

Team-based culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking an experienced Senior Recruitment Consultant to drive mining-sector recruitment across Limpopo and beyond. You will identify top talent for mining operations and related service providers, building strong relationships with stakeholders and delivering critical hires.

You will source, screen and place specialists from geologists to mine managers, balancing client expectations with candidate experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in recruitment consultancy, with specialization in mining/resources.
• Proven ability to recruit for technical/operational mining roles.
• Strong understanding of the mining lifecycle from exploration to production.

Responsibilities

• Manage full recruitment cycle for mining and resources roles.
• Source, screen, and assess candidates with mining/technical backgrounds.
• Develop and maintain relationships with mining companies and leadership teams.
• Understand technical requirements and operational demands of mining.
• Achieve and exceed placement targets for mining/engineering roles.
• Stay updated on industry trends, safety regulations, and talent availability.

Skills

Recruitment experience

Mining sector expertise

Stakeholder engagement

Candidate screening

Relationship management

Education

Relevant tertiary education

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a specialist Recruitment Consultancy located in Polokwane , is seeking an experienced Senior Recruitment Consultant to drive recruitment within the vital mining sector. This role involves identifying and securing top talent for mining operations, exploration companies, and related service providers across Limpopo and beyond. You will build strategic relationships with key stakeholders in the mining industry and leverage your expertise to place critical roles, from geologists and engineers to mine managers. This is a prime opportunity for a recruiter with a passion for the resources sector to excel in Polokwane and contribute to a consultancy recognized for its deep industry knowledge.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment cycle for positions within the mining and resources sector.
• Source, screen, and assess candidates with specialized mining and technical backgrounds.
• Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with mining companies and their leadership teams.
• Understand the specific technical requirements and operational demands of the mining industry.
• Achieve and exceed placement targets for critical mining and engineering roles.
• Stay updated on industry trends, safety regulations, and talent availability in the mining sector.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in recruitment consultancy , with a specialization in the mining or resources sector .
• Proven ability to recruit for technical and operational roles within mining operations.
• Strong understanding of the mining lifecycle, from exploration to production.
• Excellent candidate engagement and client relationship management skills.
• Demonstrated success in achieving placement targets in a specialized field.
• Relevant tertiary education or a strong technical background is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package coupled with a rewarding commission structure.
• Flexible remote working arrangement, providing excellent work-life balance.
• Access to a robust network of mining industry clients and candidates.
• Opportunities for career advancement and specialization.
• A collaborative and performance-driven team environment.