Technical Recruitment Consultant

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Performance-based bonus

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a skilled Technical Recruitment Consultant to join a growing team. You will source and place candidates across engineering, IT, and manufacturing, partnering with clients to understand staffing needs and provide strategic talent solutions.

The role emphasizes technical interviewing, strong communication, and the ability to navigate the full recruitment cycle from brief to offer.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in technical recruitment.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent industry experience.
• Strong knowledge of engineering, IT, or other technical fields.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Source and screen candidates for engineers, IT specialists, and technical managers.
• Conduct detailed technical interviews to assess skills and experience.
• Build relationships with hiring managers and technical leaders in client organizations.
• Manage the full recruitment cycle from initial briefing to offer negotiation and placement.
• Stay current with technological advancements and industry trends relevant to technical recruitment.
• Utilize advanced sourcing strategies to attract passive candidates for niche technical roles.

Skills

Technical recruitment

Candidate sourcing

Interviewing

ATS familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

ATS

Technical assessment tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a specialist recruitment consultancy, is looking for a skilled Technical Recruitment Consultant to join their expanding team in Polokwane. This role requires a deep understanding of technical roles and industries, enabling you to effectively source and place candidates in fields such as engineering, IT, and manufacturing. You will partner with clients to understand their unique technical staffing requirements and provide strategic advice on talent acquisition. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically minded recruiter to advance their career within the vibrant economic landscape of Limpopo.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and screen candidates for a variety of technical positions, including engineers, IT specialists, and technical managers.
• Conduct detailed technical interviews to assess candidates' skills, experience, and qualifications.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with hiring managers and technical leaders in client organizations.
• Manage the full recruitment cycle from initial brief to offer negotiation and placement.
• Stay current with technological advancements and industry trends relevant to technical recruitment.
• Utilize advanced sourcing strategies to attract passive candidates for niche technical roles.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in technical recruitment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of engineering, IT, or other technical fields.
• Proven ability to source and engage hard-to-find technical talent.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and technical assessment tools.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent industry experience.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility.
• Opportunity to work with innovative companies and cutting-edge technologies.
• Continuous professional development and training in technical recruitment.
• Supportive and collaborative team culture.
• Strategic role impacting talent acquisition in the Limpopo region.