Senior Recruitment Consultant - Mining & Resources

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Commission-based pay

Remote tools

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Recruitment Consultant to lead end-to-end recruitment within the Mining & Resources sector. This remote-friendly role targets skilled professionals such as engineers, geologists, and metallurgists across South Africa, with Mpumalanga as a primary focus.

You will source, assess, and place top talent while building long-lasting client relationships and driving business development in a high-impact, remote-enabled environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years recruitment experience, with Mining sector focus.
• Proven track record placing senior technical and management roles in mining.
• Strong business development and client relationship skills.
• Ability to work autonomously in a fully remote setup.

Responsibilities

• Manage full recruitment lifecycle for Mining & Resources roles remotely.
• Source, engage and assess top candidates across mining disciplines.
• Develop and maintain long-term client relationships in the mining industry.
• Conduct technical interviews and background checks for quality placements.

Skills

Mining recruitment

Senior recruiter

Client relations

LinkedIn Recruiter

ATS proficiency

Negotiation

Remote work

Tools

ATS platforms

Recruitment software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent recruitment consultancy, is seeking a highly accomplished Senior Recruitment Consultant to join their fully remote team, with a strategic focus on the Mining & Resources sector. This role offers an exceptional opportunity for an experienced recruiter to work from anywhere in South Africa while serving clients predominantly in the Mpumalanga region and beyond. You will be responsible for sourcing and placing high-level talent, including engineers, geologists, metallurgists, and management professionals, within the demanding mining industry. This remote-first position is ideal for a self-motivated individual looking to leverage their expertise in a flexible, high-impact role, driving success for our client in the critical Mining & Resources field.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for specialized roles within the Mining & Resources sector, operating remotely.
• Proactively source, identify, and engage with top-tier talent across various mining disciplines, including operations, engineering, geology, and safety.
• Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key clients in the mining industry, understanding their operational needs and strategic goals.
• Conduct comprehensive candidate assessments, including technical interviews and background checks, to ensure the highest quality placements.
• Stay abreast of market trends, regulatory changes, and talent availability within the global and South African Mining & Resources landscape.
• Negotiate complex offer packages and manage the pre-employment process to ensure a seamless candidate experience.
• Contribute to business development by identifying and securing new client mandates within the sector.
• Achieve and exceed ambitious recruitment targets in a remote working environment.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years of progressive recruitment experience, with a significant specialization in the Mining & Resources sector.
• Proven track record of successfully placing senior technical and management roles within mining operations, exploration, and processing.
• Deep understanding of the unique challenges and talent requirements of the mining industry.
• Excellent business development, client relationship management, and negotiation skills.
• Exceptional ability to work autonomously, manage time effectively, and maintain high productivity in a fully remote setup.
• Proficiency in advanced sourcing techniques, LinkedIn Recruiter, and various ATS platforms.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret market data.
• Based anywhere in South Africa, with readiness to connect with clients primarily in Mpumalanga.

Benefits

• Fully remote position offering unparalleled flexibility and autonomy.
• Highly competitive salary with an exceptional performance-based commission structure.
• Opportunity to work with leading companies in the global Mining & Resources industry.
• Professional development and continued learning opportunities in a remote setting.
• Be part of a forward-thinking recruitment consultancy that embraces remote work.
• Direct impact on key hires within a vital economic sector.
• Access to sophisticated recruitment tools and technologies.