Specialist Recruitment Consultant - Energy Sector

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Commission structure

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development

Hybrid role

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Specialist Recruitment Consultant to focus on the energy sector in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. You will manage the full recruitment cycle, source top talent, and build strong client relationships in a niche but growing market.

This hybrid role combines office collaboration in Richards Bay with remote work flexibility, allowing you to develop deep market knowledge and deliver expert recruitment solutions for renewable energy, power generation, and related fields.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of recruitment experience.
• Experience in energy sector advantageous.
• Excellent sourcing, interviewing and candidate assessment skills.
• Strong communication, negotiation and client management abilities.
• Hybrid work model in Richards Bay.

Responsibilities

• Develop recruitment strategies for energy sector roles (engineers, project managers, technicians, executives).
• Source, screen, and interview candidates with energy sector expertise.
• Build and maintain a network of energy industry professionals.
• Manage client relationships and understand technical requirements and culture.
• Ensure high-quality candidate experience from contact to placement.
• Achieve and exceed placement targets and KPIs.
• Stay informed about energy industry trends and talent market dynamics.

Skills

Recruitment experience

Technical recruiting

Sourcing

Client management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading recruitment consultancy with a strong presence in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal , is looking for a dedicated Specialist Recruitment Consultant to focus on the rapidly growing energy sector. This role offers a unique opportunity to become an expert recruiter within a niche and vital industry, connecting highly skilled professionals with companies driving innovation in renewable energy, traditional power generation, and related fields. You will be responsible for managing the full recruitment cycle, developing deep market knowledge, and building lasting relationships with both clients and candidates. This hybrid role allows for a balanced approach to work, combining the collaboration of our Richards Bay office with the flexibility of remote work.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute targeted recruitment strategies for roles within the energy sector, including engineers, project managers, technicians, and executives.
• Source, screen, and interview candidates with specialized skills and experience in various energy sub-sectors.
• Build and maintain a strong network of professionals within the energy industry.
• Manage client relationships, understand their technical requirements and company culture, and provide expert recruitment advice.
• Ensure a high-quality candidate experience throughout the recruitment process, from initial contact to placement.
• Achieve and exceed placement targets and key performance indicators.
• Stay informed about industry trends, regulatory changes, and talent market dynamics within the energy sector.

Requirements

• A minimum of 4 years of recruitment experience, with a proven ability to recruit for technical or specialized roles.
• Demonstrated interest or experience in the energy sector (renewables, power generation, oil & gas, etc.) is highly advantageous.
• Excellent sourcing, interviewing, and candidate assessment skills.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and client management abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, balancing office-based collaboration with remote work.
• A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Engineering, Business, Human Resources) is preferred.
• Results-oriented, proactive, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary and an attractive commission structure designed to reward successful placements.
• Benefits include comprehensive medical aid, a provident fund, and opportunities for ongoing professional development and training in specialist recruitment.
• This hybrid role provides a flexible working arrangement.