Specialist Recruiter - Energy & Utilities

Placements24; Richards Bay; Sur place; ZAR 360 000 - 580 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary package

Professional development opportunities

Energy & Utilities focus

Richards Bay office

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a highly focused Recruiter for our Richards Bay office, specializing in Energy & Utilities. You will source and place talent across renewables, traditional power, and utility infrastructure, managing full-cycle recruitment from posting to onboarding.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in energy sector recruiting, excellent communication, and a proactive approach to building candidate pipelines and client relationships in a dynamic market.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of recruitment experience in Energy & Utilities.
• Strong understanding of technical roles in power generation, renewables, and utilities.
• Proven ability to source passive candidates and build networks.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Experience managing multiple requisitions concurrently.

Responsabilités

• Identify and attract candidates for Electrical/Mechanical Engineers, Project Managers, Environmental Specialists, Grid Technicians, and Safety Officers within Energy & Utilities.
• Develop sourcing strategies to build a strong pipeline of qualified professionals.
• Screen candidates, perform technical assessments, and conduct interviews.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment including job postings, candidate engagement, offers and onboarding.
• Build and maintain relationships with key clients in energy and utilities.
• Stay updated on industry trends, tech advancements, and talent shortages.
• Utilize ATS and recruitment tools to manage candidate data and progress.
• Provide market insights and advisory on talent acquisition strategies.
• Maintain high candidate experience throughout the process.
• Achieve and exceed recruitment targets and KPIs.

Connaissances

Recruitment

ATS familiarity

Communication

Negotiation

Multi-requisition management

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Business or related field

Outils

ATS systems

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a prominent recruitment consultancy, is seeking a highly specialized Recruiter to focus on the dynamic Energy and Utilities sector. This critical role, based in Richards Bay, will involve sourcing and placing talent for various positions within renewable energy, traditional power generation, and utility infrastructure companies. You will need a deep understanding of the technical skills, regulatory environments, and market demands unique to this industry. Responsibilities include managing full-cycle recruitment, building strong candidate pipelines, and fostering robust client relationships. The ideal candidate is proactive, possesses excellent communication skills, and has a keen eye for identifying top talent in a competitive market. You will be instrumental in supporting the growth and development of essential services by connecting skilled professionals with vital organizations in Richards Bay and surrounding areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and attract candidates for roles such as electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, project managers, environmental specialists, grid technicians, and safety officers within the Energy & Utilities sector.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to build a strong pipeline of qualified professionals.
• Conduct thorough candidate screenings, technical assessments, and interviews to evaluate skills and fit.
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, from job posting and candidate engagement to offer negotiation and onboarding.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients in the energy and utilities industries.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, technological advancements, and talent shortages within the sector.
• Utilize the company's ATS and other recruitment tools to manage candidate data and track recruitment progress.
• Provide market insights and expert advice to clients on talent acquisition strategies.
• Ensure a high level of candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Achieve and exceed agreed-upon recruitment targets and performance metrics.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3-5 years of recruitment experience, with a specific focus on the Energy & Utilities sector.
• Demonstrated understanding of technical roles and skill sets prevalent in power generation, renewables, and water/electricity distribution.
• Proven ability to source passive candidates and build strong professional networks.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience managing multiple requisitions concurrently.
• Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment databases.
• A proactive and results-oriented approach to recruitment.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Business, or a related field is advantageous.
• Must be able to work effectively from our office in Richards Bay.
• A passion for the energy sector and its future.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to specialize in a critical and evolving industry sector.
• Work within a dedicated team focused on the Energy & Utilities market in Richards Bay.
• Access to advanced recruitment tools and professional development opportunities.
• Exposure to leading companies in the energy and utility space.
• Career growth potential within a well-established recruitment consultancy.
• Contribute to the sustainable development of the region's energy infrastructure.
• A professional and supportive work environment.