Specialist Recruitment Consultant - Mining Sector

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Industry specialization

Professional development

Stable environment in Rustenburg

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly specialized Recruitment Consultant to focus on mining sector in Rustenburg, North West. This on-site role requires your presence in the Rustenburg office to build client relationships and secure top-tier talent for mining operations and related industries.

You will source, vet, and place skilled professionals and executives, leveraging deep mining knowledge, strong networks, and an ability to deliver in a demanding environment.

Qualifications

• Min 4 years in recruitment with mining or heavy industry focus.
• Deep knowledge of mining operations and technical roles.
• Proven ability to source hard-to-find candidates.
• Excellent interviewing, negotiation and relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute recruitment strategies for mining clients.
• Source, screen and interview candidates for technical and managerial roles.
• Build and maintain a network of mining professionals.
• Manage candidate pipelines and ensure timely placements.
• Provide market insights on compensation and talent availability.
• Negotiate offers and facilitate onboarding.
• Collaborate with clients on requirements and workforce planning.
• Contribute to business development within the mining sector.

Skills

Mining recruitment

ATS experience

Stakeholder management

Interviewing

Tools

ATS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a distinguished recruitment consultancy with a strong presence in Rustenburg, North West, is seeking a highly specialized Recruitment Consultant to focus on the thriving mining sector. This is an on-site role, requiring your presence in our Rustenburg office to foster strong client relationships and facilitate on-the-ground talent acquisition. You will be responsible for sourcing, vetting, and placing skilled professionals and executives within mining operations, engineering firms, and related industries. This position demands a candidate with in-depth knowledge of the mining industry's unique staffing needs and a proven ability to deliver exceptional results in a demanding environment. You will act as a trusted advisor to clients, understanding their operational challenges and sourcing the talent required to meet them.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute targeted recruitment strategies for mining sector clients.
• Source, screen, and interview candidates for technical, operational, and managerial roles within the mining industry.
• Build and maintain a strong network of mining professionals and industry contacts.
• Manage candidate pipelines and ensure timely delivery of qualified applicants.
• Conduct in-depth market research to understand compensation trends and talent availability within the mining sector.
• Provide expert advice to clients on recruitment best practices and market insights.
• Negotiate employment offers and facilitate the onboarding process.
• Collaborate closely with clients to understand their operational requirements and workforce planning.
• Contribute to business development efforts within the mining sector.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of recruitment experience, with a significant portion dedicated to the mining or heavy industry sectors.
• Deep understanding of mining operations, roles, and technical requirements.
• Proven ability to source hard-to-find candidates in specialized fields.
• Excellent interviewing and assessment skills.
• Strong client management and relationship-building capabilities.
• Experience with recruitment databases and applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively on-site and build rapport within the local business community.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to delivering high-quality service.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package tailored to experience and specialization.
• Performance-based bonuses and incentives.
• Opportunity to specialize in a high-demand industry sector.
• Work within a respected consultancy with deep industry connections.
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
• Be part of a dynamic team focused on excellence.
• Stable and supportive work environment in Rustenburg .