Specialist Recruiter - Engineering (Richards Bay)

Placements24; Richards Bay; Vor Ort; ZAR 350.000 - 520.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking a Specialist Recruiter focused on engineering to manage the full recruitment lifecycle for technical roles. You will engage with local clients and candidates from our Richards Bay office, sourcing engineers across mechanical, electrical, civil and chemical disciplines.

The role is office-based and not remote, offering a collaborative team environment and opportunities to contribute to regional industrial growth through effective talent

Qualifikationen

• 3+ years in recruitment, with a focus on engineering sectors.
• Experience recruiting for mechanical, electrical, civil and chemical engineering roles.
• Strong sourcing and interviewing capabilities; familiarity with local KwaZulu-Natal market.

Aufgaben

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for engineering disciplines.
• Source candidates via job boards, networks, events, and headhunting.
• Screen and interview to assess technical skills and culture fit.
• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline for Richards Bay and surrounding areas.
• Develop relationships with engineering clients and understand their needs.
• Coordinate with hiring managers to schedule interviews and manage offers.
• Stay informed on industry trends, salaries, and best practices in engineering recruitment.
• Ensure recruitment activities comply with labor laws and internal policies.
• Maintain accurate candidate records and recruitment activity reports.

Kenntnisse

Engineering recruitment

Sourcing & headhunting

ATS proficiency

Ausbildung

Relevant degree in HR/Engineering

Tools

ATS platforms

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a prominent recruitment consultancy with a strong presence in KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking a dedicated Specialist Recruiter focusing on the Engineering sector. This role is essential for identifying and attracting skilled engineering professionals to support various industrial and manufacturing clients in and around **Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA**. The position requires a proactive and detail-oriented individual who can effectively manage the full recruitment lifecycle for technical and engineering roles. As this position is **not remote**, the successful candidate will be expected to work from our **Richards Bay** office, engaging directly with local clients and candidates. You will play a crucial part in understanding the specific technical requirements of each role and sourcing the most qualified individuals to fill critical positions. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced recruiter to deepen their expertise in a vital sector within a supportive team environment, contributing to the industrial growth of the region. The focus will be on building lasting relationships within the local engineering community and providing exceptional service to our esteemed clients, ensuring a steady flow of qualified talent for their operational needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for a variety of engineering disciplines, including mechanical, electrical, civil, and chemical engineering roles.
• Source candidates through various channels, including job boards, professional networks, industry events, and direct headhunting.
• Conduct thorough screening and interviews to assess technical skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline of engineering professionals relevant to the **Richards Bay** and surrounding industrial areas.
• Develop and nurture relationships with engineering clients, understanding their specific needs and providing timely recruitment solutions.
• Coordinate with hiring managers to schedule interviews, gather feedback, and manage the offer process.
• Stay informed about industry trends, market salaries, and best practices in engineering recruitment.
• Ensure all recruitment activities are conducted in compliance with relevant labor laws and company policies.
• Maintain accurate candidate records and recruitment activity reports.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of recruitment experience, with a proven specialization in the engineering sector.
• Experience recruiting for roles such as Process Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers, Project Engineers, etc.
• Strong understanding of the engineering industry, particularly within the **KwaZulu-Natal** region.
• Excellent sourcing and interviewing skills.
• Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other recruitment tools.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a non-remote, office-based environment in **Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA**.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Engineering, Human Resources, or a related field is advantageous.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary package and benefits commensurate with experience.
• This is a permanent, office-based position located in **Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA**.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within the recruitment field are available.
• You will be part of a supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Access to a strong client network and established recruitment processes.
• This role offers the chance to become a key player in supporting the vital engineering sector of the **Richards Bay** region, ensuring client success and contributing to regional development through strategic talent acquisition.
• The emphasis is on building a stable and effective recruitment function for our local industrial partners.