Technical Recruiter - Engineering & IT

Placements24; George; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

On-site in George

Career progression opportunities

Dynamic projects and teamwork

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Technical Recruiter for a leading engineering firm in George, Western Cape. You will manage the full recruitment lifecycle for engineering and IT roles, sourcing candidates, screening, and presenting offers.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of technical recruiting experience, strong ATS familiarity, and a passion for connecting top talent with opportunity in a beautiful part of South Africa.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years as a Technical Recruiter in engineering or IT.
• Ability to source for niche technical roles such as software developers and mechanical engineers.
• On-site availability in George, Western Cape.

Responsibilities

• Partner closely with hiring managers and engineering leads to understand technical requirements and qualifications.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies to attract engineering and IT talent through job boards, networks and events.
• Screen resumes and conduct initial interviews to assess technical skills and cultural fit.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from application to offer.
• Build and maintain a robust pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future roles.
• Utilize ATS to manage candidate data and recruitment workflows.
• Stay current with industry trends to inform recruitment strategies.
• Collaborate with HR on onboarding and new hire integration.
• Contribute to employer branding to attract talent to George.

Skills

Sourcing

Interviewing

ATS

LinkedIn Recruiter

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

ATS systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and rapidly growing engineering firm located in George, Western Cape , is seeking a specialized Technical Recruiter to support their expanding needs in engineering and information technology. This role is crucial for identifying and attracting highly skilled professionals who will drive innovation and growth within the company. You will be responsible for managing the full recruitment lifecycle, from understanding technical requirements to sourcing, interviewing, and closing candidates. This is an excellent opportunity to become an integral part of a forward-thinking organization in a beautiful part of South Africa, contributing directly to the company's success by securing top-tier talent. The ideal candidate will have a strong grasp of technical roles and a passion for connecting talent with opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner closely with hiring managers and engineering leads to thoroughly understand technical requirements and preferred qualifications for open positions.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to attract specialized engineering and IT talent, utilizing job boards, professional networks, and industry events.
• Screen resumes and conduct initial interviews to assess technical skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Manage the entire recruitment process, ensuring a positive and efficient candidate experience from application to offer.
• Build and maintain a robust pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future technical roles.
• Utilize applicant tracking systems (ATS) to manage candidate data and recruitment workflows.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to inform recruitment strategies.
• Collaborate with the HR team on onboarding processes and new hire integration.
• Contribute to employer branding initiatives to attract top engineering and IT talent to George .

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Technical Recruiter, with a focus on engineering or IT roles.
• Demonstrated ability to source and recruit for niche technical positions (e.g., software developers, mechanical engineers, data analysts).
• Proficiency in using various recruitment tools and platforms, including LinkedIn Recruiter and ATS.
• Strong understanding of technical jargon and the ability to effectively communicate with technical candidates and hiring managers.
• Excellent interviewing and assessment skills.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management abilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Must be able to work on-site in George, Western Cape .

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and innovative projects.
• Be part of a growing company with significant career advancement potential.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment in a scenic location.
• Direct impact on the company's growth and technical capabilities.