Senior Technical Recruiter - Engineering Talent (Hybrid)

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 780,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Career progression

Professional development

Access to recruitment tech

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Technical Recruiter in Randburg, Gauteng, to lead end-to-end recruitment for engineering disciplines. You will source, assess and place engineers across mechanical, electrical, civil and chemical fields, while building strong client relationships.

The role emphasizes deep engineering knowledge, excellent communication, and a proactive approach to talent sourcing. A hybrid working model and career growth within a growing consultancy are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in technical recruitment, with a focus on engineering disciplines.
• Proven track record of placing engineers across mechanical, electrical, civil and chemical fields.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles and tools; excellent communication and client management.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for engineering roles including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and placement.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies using niche job boards, networks and events.
• Build relationships with engineering hiring managers and clients to understand technical needs.
• Conduct in-depth technical interviews and assessments to evaluate candidates' capabilities.
• Proactively maintain talent pipelines for critical engineering roles.
• Negotiate offers and guide candidates through onboarding.
• Provide market intelligence and recruitment advice to clients.

Skills

Engineering recruitment

Candidate sourcing

Interviewing

ATS proficiency

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

ATS platforms

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Technical Recruiter in Randburg, Gauteng, to lead end-to-end recruitment for engineering disciplines. You will source, assess and place engineers across mechanical, electrical, civil and chemical fields, while building strong client relationships.

The role emphasizes deep engineering knowledge, excellent communication, and a proactive approach to talent sourcing. A hybrid working model and career growth within a growing consultancy are offered.