Specialist Recruiter - Engineering

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Specialization

Team focus

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl is seeking a Specialist Recruiter focused on engineering roles to join their team. You will manage the full recruitment cycle, from understanding client requirements to sourcing, interviewing, and placing qualified candidates.

The ideal candidate has proven experience in engineering placements, strong interview and assessment skills, and the ability to build lasting relationships with professionals and clients in the Western Cape.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Recruiter or Recruitment Consultant, with a strong focus on engineering placements.
• Demonstrated ability to source and attract niche technical talent through various channels.
• Excellent interviewing and assessment skills, with an understanding of engineering concepts.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment databases.
• Knowledge of the Western Cape engineering market is a significant advantage for this role.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview candidates for engineering disciplines, including mechanical, electrical, and civil.
• Develop and implement targeted sourcing strategies to attract niche engineering talent.
• Conduct in-depth technical interviews to assess candidate skills and experience against client requirements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with engineering professionals and key clients in the Paarl area.
• Manage candidate pipelines and ensure a positive and efficient recruitment experience.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies within the engineering sector.

Skills

Recruitment experience

Engineering knowledge

Interviewing skills

ATS familiarity

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a niche Recruitment Consultancy , is seeking a dedicated Specialist Recruiter with a focus on engineering roles to join their team in Paarl, Western Cape . This role is crucial for connecting highly skilled engineering professionals with top companies in the region. You will be responsible for managing the entire recruitment process, from understanding intricate technical requirements to sourcing, interviewing, and placing qualified candidates. This is an excellent opportunity for a recruiter with a passion for engineering and a desire to build strong client and candidate relationships in a specialized market segment.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview candidates for a variety of engineering disciplines, including mechanical, electrical, and civil.
• Develop and implement targeted sourcing strategies to attract niche engineering talent.
• Conduct in-depth technical interviews to assess candidate skills and experience against client requirements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with engineering professionals and key clients in the Paarl area.
• Manage candidate pipelines and ensure a positive and efficient recruitment experience.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies within the engineering sector.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Recruiter or Recruitment Consultant, with a strong focus on engineering placements.
• Demonstrated ability to source and attract niche technical talent through various channels.
• Excellent interviewing and assessment skills, with an understanding of engineering concepts.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment databases.
• Knowledge of the Western Cape engineering market is a significant advantage for this role.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunities for specialization and professional development in engineering recruitment.
• A collaborative team environment focused on excellence and client satisfaction.
• Exposure to exciting projects and leading companies in the engineering sector.
• Be part of a respected consultancy known for its niche expertise in Paarl .