Specialist Technical Recruiter

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses and incentives

Professional development/training

Flexible remote options

Dynamic team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Specialist Technical Recruiter to service clients in Rustenburg, North West and surrounding areas. The role focuses on IT, engineering, manufacturing and mining tech positions, requiring proactive market mapping and niche talent pipelines.

You will partner with hiring managers and drive candidate engagement, assessment, and placement across multiple requisitions. A strong background in technical recruitment within an agency or consultancy is essential, with exposure to

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in technical recruitment.
• Experience sourcing and placing for IT, engineering, mining tech, and related sectors.
• Proficiency with ATS and online sourcing platforms.

Responsibilities

• Execute full-cycle recruitment for technical and engineering roles.
• Source, screen, and interview candidates with technical expertise.
• Build talent pipelines and engage passive candidates.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to define requirements and profiles.
• Manage candidate experience and provide recruitment metrics.

Skills

Technical recruitment

Agency/consultancy experience

ATS proficiency

Sourcing and candidate engagement

Tools

ATS software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a fast-growing recruitment consultancy, is actively seeking a dedicated Specialist Technical Recruiter to join their operations, servicing clients in and around **Rustenburg, North West**. This role is perfect for a recruiter with a deep understanding of the technical and engineering sectors. You will be responsible for sourcing and placing highly skilled professionals in areas such as IT, engineering, manufacturing, and mining technology. The position requires a proactive approach to candidate engagement, market mapping, and building talent pipelines for niche technical roles. You will work closely with hiring managers to understand their technical requirements and provide expert advice on talent acquisition strategies. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career within a supportive and growth-oriented environment in **Rustenburg, North West**, focusing on critical technical talent needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute full-cycle recruitment for technical and engineering positions.
• Source, screen, and interview candidates with technical expertise.
• Utilize specialized sourcing techniques to identify passive candidates for hard-to-fill roles.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with technical professionals and industry specialists.
• Collaborate with client hiring managers to define technical requirements and candidate profiles.
• Manage candidate experience throughout the recruitment process, ensuring a positive interaction.
• Track recruitment metrics and provide regular reports on sourcing activities and pipeline status.
• Stay abreast of technological advancements and industry trends impacting technical recruitment.
• Contribute to employer branding initiatives targeting technical talent in **Rustenburg, North West**.
• Manage multiple requisitions simultaneously, prioritizing effectively to meet client demands.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in technical recruitment, preferably within an agency or consultancy setting.
• Proven ability to recruit for a variety of technical roles (e.g., Software Developers, Mechanical Engineers, IT Support, Data Analysts).
• Strong understanding of technical skills, programming languages, and engineering disciplines.
• Experience with technical assessment tools and methods.
• Proficiency in using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and various online sourcing platforms.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage technical professionals effectively.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload efficiently.
• Familiarity with the **North West** region's industrial and technological sectors is a plus.
• Willingness to be based in or have strong ties to the **Rustenburg** area, despite remote flexibility.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Performance-based bonuses and incentives.
• Opportunities for professional development and training in technical recruitment.
• Flexible working arrangements (remote option available).
• A dynamic and supportive team environment.
• Exposure to a wide range of exciting technical roles and clients in **Rustenburg, North West**.