Technical Recruiter - IT & Engineering

Placements24; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career growth

Midrand office

Advanced recruitment tools

Diverse clients

Training opportunities

Tech exposure

Structured environment

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Technical Recruiter to focus on IT and Engineering in Midrand. You will manage the full recruitment lifecycle, sourcing, screening, and coordinating interviews for technical roles while engaging with hiring managers to understand needs and culture.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in technical recruitment, strong ATS skills, and a solid grasp of Java, Python, C++, Cloud tech, and engineering disciplines.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Technical Recruiter for IT and Engineering.
• Experience sourcing and screening for Java, Python, C++, Cloud, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering roles.
• Proficient with ATS and recruitment software/tools.
• Strong knowledge of the South African IT and Engineering job market.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to build rapport with candidates and hiring managers quickly.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, HR, or related field.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and DevOps is a plus.
• Must be able to work in Midrand office.
• Proactive, results-driven recruitment approach.

Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers to deeply understand staffing needs and culture.
• Source qualified candidates for IT and engineering roles (developers, engineers, data scientists, network admins, project managers).
• Utilize job boards, social networks, professional networks, and direct outreach.
• Screen resumes and conduct initial interviews to assess qualifications and fit.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews with hiring teams.
• Provide timely feedback to candidates and hiring managers.
• Manage candidate pipelines and keep the ATS up to date.
• Develop understanding of the technology market and skill sets.
• Facilitate offers and onboarding; contribute to employer branding.

Skills

Technical recruiting

Sourcing

Candidate screening

ATS tools

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/HR

Tools

ATS/ recruitment software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a fast-growing recruitment consultancy based in Midrand , is seeking a dedicated and skilled Technical Recruiter to focus on the IT and Engineering sectors. This role is crucial for identifying and attracting top technical talent to meet the demands of our clients' innovative projects. You will manage the entire recruitment process for technical roles, from understanding complex technical requirements to sourcing, screening, and facilitating interviews. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of technology landscapes, programming languages, and engineering disciplines, coupled with exceptional recruitment skills. This is an opportunity to work within a collaborative team, contribute to exciting projects, and grow your career in a niche recruitment area. You will be an integral part of our client's mission to connect highly skilled technical professionals with forward-thinking companies in the Midrand region and across South Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers to deeply understand their technical staffing needs and company culture.
• Source qualified candidates for a variety of IT and engineering roles, including software developers, engineers, data scientists, network administrators, and project managers.
• Utilize a range of sourcing tools and techniques, including job boards, social media, professional networks, and direct outreach.
• Screen resumes and conduct initial interviews to assess technical qualifications, soft skills, and cultural fit.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates and hiring teams.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to candidates and hiring managers throughout the process.
• Manage candidate pipelines and maintain an up-to-date database in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Develop and maintain a strong understanding of the technology market and relevant skill sets.
• Negotiate offers of employment and facilitate the onboarding process.
• Contribute to employer branding initiatives to attract top technical talent.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Technical Recruiter or in a similar recruitment role, with a focus on IT and Engineering.
• Proven ability to source and screen candidates for technical roles (e.g., Java, Python, C++, Cloud Technologies, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering).
• Experience using ATS and various recruitment software/tools.
• Strong understanding of the South African IT and Engineering job market.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to build rapport with candidates and hiring managers quickly.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and DevOps practices is a plus.
• Must be able to work effectively in our Midrand office.
• A proactive and results-driven approach to recruitment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to specialize in high-demand IT and Engineering recruitment.
• Work with a team of experienced recruitment professionals in Midrand .
• Access to advanced recruitment tools and training.
• Exposure to a diverse range of clients and cutting-edge technologies.
• Career growth and development opportunities within the consultancy.
• Contribute to the tech and engineering landscape of the region.
• A structured and supportive work environment.