Technical Recruiter - Engineering

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive commission

Full remote work

Wide client network

Learning and development

Virtual team engagement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a technically skilled recruiter to source and place engineers nationwide in a fully remote role. You will connect mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering professionals with exciting opportunities and manage the end-to-end recruitment process from outreach to placement.

You will develop strategic sourcing, conduct in-depth screenings, build strong client relationships in the engineering sector, and stay ahead of industry trends to advise clients on market conditions

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Technical Recruiter or 360 Recruitment Consultant, with a focus on engineering roles.
• Strong understanding of various engineering disciplines and technical terminology.
• Experience using ATS and other recruitment technologies.
• Excellent screening and interviewing skills for assessing technical competencies.
• Ability to work independently and meet targets in a remote setting.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to engage engineers and hiring managers.

Responsibilities

• Source and recruit engineering talent for mechanical, electrical, and civil roles.
• Develop sourcing strategies using online boards, social media, and professional networks.
• Conduct in-depth interviews and technical screenings.
• Build relationships with engineering clients and understand their requirements.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment from contact to offer and onboarding.
• Stay updated on engineering trends to advise clients effectively.

Skills

Sourcing

Interviewing

ATS

Client relations

Remote work

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

ATS software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic Recruitment Consultancy , is seeking a dedicated Technical Recruiter with a specialization in Engineering to join their remote team. This role is critical for connecting skilled engineering professionals with exciting opportunities nationwide. You will be responsible for identifying, engaging, and placing engineers across various disciplines, including mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering. This is a fantastic opportunity for a recruiter passionate about engineering to work flexibly and make a significant impact on critical infrastructure and innovation projects, all from the convenience of your home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and recruit engineering talent for roles such as mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, project engineers, and design specialists.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to attract qualified engineering candidates, leveraging online job boards, social media, and professional engineering networks.
• Conduct in-depth interviews and technical screenings to assess candidates' qualifications, experience, and suitability for engineering positions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients in the engineering sector, understanding their technical requirements and company culture.
• Manage the entire recruitment process from initial contact through to offer acceptance and onboarding, ensuring a positive candidate experience.
• Stay updated on engineering industry trends, new technologies, and the competitive talent landscape to advise clients effectively.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Technical Recruiter or 360 Recruitment Consultant, with a focus on engineering roles.
• Strong understanding of various engineering disciplines, software tools, and technical terminology.
• Experience using applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other recruitment technologies.
• Excellent screening and interviewing skills, particularly for assessing technical competencies.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet recruitment targets in a remote setting.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with engineers and hiring managers alike.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with a generous commission structure rewarding successful placements.
• Full remote working flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere.
• Access to a wide range of engineering clients and challenging technical roles.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in technical recruitment.
• Supportive team environment with regular virtual team engagement activities.