Technical Recruiter - Engineering

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Performance bonuses

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Technical Recruiter focused on engineering to join our client in Paarl, Western Cape. You will identify and engage top engineering talent across mechanical, civil, electrical, and software roles for manufacturing, infrastructure, and technology clients.

The role emphasizes technical interviewing, candidate assessment, and building strong client relationships in the evolving Western Cape engineering market, with a hybrid work model in Paarl.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in technical recruitment, preferably within engineering.
• Solid understanding of various engineering disciplines, tools, and software.
• Proficiency in using recruitment platforms and databases to source candidates.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage technical professionals effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage the recruitment process for a range of engineering disciplines.
• Utilize specialized sourcing techniques to identify and attract niche engineering talent.
• Conduct technical interviews and assess candidates' qualifications and experience for specific engineering roles.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with engineering firms, manufacturing companies, and technology clients.
• Stay abreast of technological advancements and talent market trends in the engineering field.

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic recruitment consultancy, is searching for a specialized Technical Recruiter focused on the engineering sector to join their team in Paarl, Western Cape. You will be tasked with identifying and engaging top engineering talent, from mechanical and civil engineers to electrical and software engineers, for a variety of clients in manufacturing, infrastructure, and technology. This role demands a keen understanding of technical roles and the ability to build strong relationships with both clients and candidates within the rapidly evolving Western Cape engineering landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the recruitment process for a range of engineering disciplines.
• Utilize specialized sourcing techniques to identify and attract niche engineering talent.
• Conduct technical interviews and assess candidates' qualifications and experience for specific engineering roles.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with engineering firms, manufacturing companies, and technology clients.
• Stay abreast of technological advancements and talent market trends in the engineering field.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience in technical recruitment, preferably within engineering.
• Solid understanding of various engineering disciplines, tools, and software.
• Proficiency in using recruitment platforms and databases to source candidates.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage technical professionals effectively.
• Experience working with clients and candidates in the Paarl region or similar industrial areas is an advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with performance-driven bonuses.
• Opportunity to specialize and grow within the in-demand engineering recruitment niche.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Be part of a collaborative team environment in Paarl.
• Hybrid working model offering a balance between office collaboration and remote flexibility.