Talent Acquisition Partner - Engineering

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Professional development

Home office setup

Annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Talent Acquisition Partner focused on engineering to join our fully remote team. You will partner with innovative clients to source and place top mechanical, electrical, civil, and software engineers, managing the end-to-end recruitment process from requirement understanding to successful placement.

The role requires 5+ years in talent acquisition with a demonstrated ability to source niche engineering talent, build relationships with hiring managers, and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in talent acquisition or recruitment with a strong focus on engineering roles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and sourcing tools.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a remote environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, HR, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for engineering roles (mechanical, electrical, civil, software).
• Partner with hiring managers and clients to define job requirements and recruitment strategy.
• Source passive and active candidates via networks, job boards, social media, and outreach.
• Screen candidates, assess technical qualifications and cultural fit, conduct interviews.
• Build and maintain a robust engineering talent pipeline for current and future needs.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Engineering recruiting

ATS proficiency

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, HR, or related field

Tools

ATS

Sourcing tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading recruitment consultancy, is seeking a proactive and experienced Talent Acquisition Partner with a strong focus on Engineering disciplines to join their fully remote team. This is a critical role where you will partner with innovative companies to find and attract top engineering talent across various specializations. Working remotely, you will manage the entire recruitment process, from understanding client needs to ensuring successful placements. Your expertise in sourcing technical candidates and your ability to build strong relationships will be key to success. This position offers the flexibility of remote work combined with the challenge of recruiting for highly sought-after engineering roles.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for engineering roles, including mechanical, electrical, civil, and software engineers.
• Partner closely with hiring managers and clients to define job requirements, understand team dynamics, and develop effective recruitment strategies.
• Source passive and active candidates through a variety of channels, including professional networks, job boards, social media, and targeted outreach.
• Conduct thorough candidate screening and interviews, assessing technical qualifications, experience, and cultural fit.
• Build and maintain a robust pipeline of qualified engineering talent for current and future needs.
• Provide a positive and efficient candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Stay current with engineering industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in talent acquisition.
• Manage recruitment data and provide regular reports on hiring metrics and progress to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Utilize recruitment technologies and ATS to optimize sourcing and tracking efforts.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in talent acquisition or recruitment, with a significant focus on engineering roles.
• Demonstrated success in sourcing and placing candidates in niche engineering fields.
• In-depth knowledge of engineering disciplines and terminology.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and various sourcing tools.
• Ability to work effectively and independently in a remote environment.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Human Resources, or a related field is preferred.

Proximity to Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape is advantageous for potential client meetings, though the role is fully remote.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance incentives.
• Fully remote working arrangement offering significant flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Access to a broad range of exciting engineering opportunities and clients.
• Collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Contribution towards home office setup.
• Annual leave and other standard employment benefits.