Technical Recruiter - Engineering Focus

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Competitive salary

Engineering clients

Professional development

Team in Paarl

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, is seeking a Technical Recruiter focused on engineering disciplines to connect top engineers with leading companies across manufacturing, technology, and infrastructure. You will own the full recruitment lifecycle, from requirements gathering to sourcing, interviewing, and placing engineers, in a role with hybrid in-office and remote work.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years in technical recruitment, strong sourcing skills for niche engineering roles,

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in technical recruitment, with a focus on engineering.
• Understanding of engineering fields and their skill sets.
• Proven ability to source niche engineering talent.
• Excellent communication and interviewing skills.
• Experience with ATS and online sourcing tools.
• Ability to manage multiple recruitment projects.
• Knowledge of the Western Cape engineering landscape, especially Paarl, is advantageous.
• Relevant technical or HR qualification preferred.
• Results-driven and organized with strong problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for engineering roles (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Chemical, Software).
• Develop sourcing strategies using engineering job boards, networks and communities.
• Conduct technical interviews and assessments to evaluate skills and experience.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of engineering talent for client needs.
• Partner with hiring managers to define role requirements and assess candidates.
• Provide market insights on engineering talent and compensation trends.
• Ensure a positive and engaging candidate experience throughout the process.
• Maintain candidate data and recruitment activity in the ATS.
• Contribute to the growth of the engineering recruitment division.

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic recruitment consultancy based in the beautiful region of Paarl, Western Cape , is actively seeking a skilled Technical Recruiter with a strong focus on Engineering disciplines. This role is essential for connecting highly sought-after engineering talent with innovative companies across various sectors, including manufacturing, technology, and infrastructure. You will manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from understanding intricate technical requirements to sourcing, assessing, and placing qualified engineers. This position offers a hybrid work model, allowing for a flexible blend of in-office collaboration in Paarl and remote work. The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to source niche engineering skills and build lasting relationships within the engineering community. We are looking for a technically astute and proactive recruiter who is passionate about driving talent solutions for engineering firms.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for a diverse range of engineering roles (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Chemical, Software).
• Develop effective sourcing strategies using specialized engineering job boards, professional networks, and technical communities.
• Conduct thorough technical interviews and assessments to evaluate candidate skills and experience.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of engineering talent for current and future client needs.
• Partner closely with hiring managers and technical leads to define role requirements and assess candidates.
• Provide market insights and trends related to engineering talent availability and compensation.
• Ensure a positive and engaging candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Maintain accurate candidate data and recruitment activity within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Contribute to the growth and success of the engineering recruitment division.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in technical recruitment, with a significant focus on engineering roles.
• Demonstrated understanding of various engineering fields and their specific skill sets.
• Proven ability to source and attract niche engineering talent.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and interviewing skills.
• Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and online sourcing tools.
• Ability to manage multiple recruitment projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of the engineering landscape in the Western Cape , particularly around Paarl , is a strong advantage.
• A relevant technical or HR qualification is preferred.
• Results-driven, organized, and possesses strong problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of ZAR.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to work with innovative engineering clients.
• Professional development and training in technical recruitment best practices.Collaborative and supportive team environment in Paarl .
• Chance to shape the talent landscape in the engineering sector.