Senior Technical Recruiter - Engineering

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 520,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary + commission

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Technical Recruiter in Pretoria, Gauteng, to identify and attract top engineering talent for a range of industrial and tech clients. The role covers mechanical, electrical, civil, and software engineering placements, with a strong focus on understanding client project needs and building robust teams.

You will source, screen, and assess candidates, manage the full recruitment process, and collaborate with internal teams to ensure excellent service delivery.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Technical Recruiter with a focus on engineering roles.
• Strong understanding of engineering disciplines and required skill sets.
• Proven success sourcing hard-to-find technical talent.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview engineering professionals across specializations.
• Develop sourcing strategies to attract niche engineering talent.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment from client engagement to onboarding.
• Build relationships with engineering clients and candidates.
• Conduct in-depth technical assessments of candidate skills.

Skills

Technical recruiting

Engineering disciplines

Candidate assessment

Client engagement

Education

Degree or technical qualification

Tools

ATS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent recruitment consultancy with a strong presence in Pretoria, Gauteng , is actively seeking an experienced Senior Technical Recruiter specializing in Engineering disciplines. This role is crucial for identifying and attracting highly skilled engineering talent for a variety of demanding industrial and technological clients. The successful candidate will manage complex recruitment mandates, encompassing mechanical, electrical, civil, and software engineering roles, among others. You will engage with clients to understand their technical project needs and partner with them to build robust engineering teams. This hybrid position offers a blend of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility, situated within the bustling economic hub of Pretoria .

Key Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview high-caliber engineering professionals across various specializations.


• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to attract niche engineering talent.


• Manage the entire recruitment process, from initial client engagement to offer negotiation and onboarding support.


• Build and nurture strong relationships with engineering clients and candidates.


• Conduct in-depth technical assessments to evaluate candidate skills and experience accurately.


• Stay current with engineering industry trends, market demands, and salary benchmarks.


• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery and client satisfaction.


• Meet and exceed recruitment targets and contribute to the overall growth of the engineering division.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Technical Recruiter, with a strong focus on engineering roles.


• Deep understanding of various engineering disciplines and required skill sets.


• Demonstrated success in sourcing hard-to-find technical talent.


• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to manage multiple requisitions and prioritize effectively.


• Proficiency in using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other recruitment tools.


• Experience working in a hybrid model, balancing remote and office-based responsibilities.


• A relevant degree or technical qualification is highly advantageous.

Benefits

This role comes with a competitive salary, attractive commission incentives, and performance bonuses. You will be part of a respected recruitment consultancy in Pretoria , working within a supportive and professional environment. The hybrid model offers flexibility, and there are significant opportunities for career progression within the engineering recruitment sector. Our client is committed to employee development and offers continuous training. Join a team that values expertise and dedication in connecting top engineering talent with leading organizations in the Gauteng region.