Strategic Talent Acquisition Lead - Industrial IT/OT

Bebeestrategist; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in the engineering sector is seeking a highly skilled Talent Acquisition Strategist to drive the attraction and hiring of top talent across industrial IT, engineering, and critical infrastructure sectors. The role involves strategic sourcing, recruitment, and onboarding processes aimed at building a diverse workforce. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 3-5 years' experience in talent acquisition, strong HR analytical skills, and a solid background in compliance with South African labour legislation.

Benefits

Great career development opportunities

Collaborative and inclusive work culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years in talent acquisition, preferably in industrial IT/OT or engineering.
• Proven track record in sourcing and placing candidates across technical and leadership roles.
• Experience with digital sourcing platforms.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with managers for forecasting hiring needs.
• Attract candidates using digital platforms and job boards.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes.
• Track and report on key recruitment metrics.

Skills

Strong understanding of South African labour legislation

Proficiency in data analysis tools

Excellent communication skills

Analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

Applicant tracking systems (ATS)

Recruitment analytics tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

A leading organization in the engineering sector is seeking a highly skilled Talent Acquisition Strategist to drive the attraction and hiring of top talent across industrial IT, engineering, and critical infrastructure sectors. The role involves strategic sourcing, recruitment, and onboarding processes aimed at building a diverse workforce. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 3-5 years' experience in talent acquisition, strong HR analytical skills, and a solid background in compliance with South African labour legislation.