Technical Recruiter - Engineering

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Professional development

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay is seeking a dedicated Technical Recruiter focused on engineering roles to source and secure highly skilled professionals for industrial and manufacturing clients. You will collaborate with hiring managers, tailor sourcing strategies, and manage the full recruitment lifecycle from screening to offer, while building strong relationships with engineers and industry networks.

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement and the opportunity to develop specialist

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of recruitment experience in engineering roles.
• Strong understanding of engineering disciplines and qualifications.
• Proficient with recruitment tools and industry networks.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview qualified candidates for a wide range of engineering disciplines.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to attract niche engineering talent using job boards, networks, and industry connections.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with engineering professionals and potential candidates.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand technical specifications, project requirements, and team dynamics.
• Manage the entire recruitment process, ensuring a positive candidate and client experience.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and technological advancements within the engineering field.

Skills

Sourcing engineering talent

Candidate screening

Stakeholder management

LinkedIn Recruiter

Education

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

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a specialist recruitment consultancy, is looking for a dedicated Technical Recruiter with a focus on Engineering roles to join their team in Richards Bay . This position is crucial for sourcing and securing highly skilled engineering professionals, from mechanical and civil to electrical and chemical engineers, for a variety of industrial and manufacturing clients. You will play a key role in understanding intricate technical requirements, identifying specialized talent pools, and managing the recruitment process from start to finish. This is an exciting chance to contribute to a vital sector within the KwaZulu-Natal economy, working in a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview qualified candidates for a wide range of engineering disciplines.
• Develop and execute effective sourcing strategies to attract niche engineering talent, utilizing specialized job boards, professional networks, and industry connections.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with engineering professionals and potential candidates.
• Collaborate closely with hiring managers to thoroughly understand technical specifications, project requirements, and team dynamics.
• Manage the entire recruitment process, ensuring a positive candidate and client experience.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and technological advancements within the engineering field.

Requirements

• Proven experience in recruitment, with a specific focus on sourcing engineering roles (minimum 2-3 years).
• Solid understanding of various engineering disciplines, qualifications, and required skill sets.
• Proficiency in using various recruitment tools and techniques, including LinkedIn Recruiter and specialized engineering job sites.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment in Richards Bay.
• A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Human Resources, or a related field is beneficial.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with a rewarding commission structure.
• Opportunity to become an expert in engineering recruitment for the Richards Bay industrial area.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive team culture with a focus on collaboration and success.
• Potential for hybrid working arrangements.