Recruitment Consultant

M&E Recruitment Consultant 🔧⚡

📍 Location: Sandton, Johannesburg
📑 Reports to: Delivery Manager

Role Overview

Are you a driven and results-oriented Recruitment Consultant with a passion for the Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) sector? We are looking for a talented individual with 2+ years of agency recruitment experience to join our growing team. In this role, you’ll specialise in sourcing, engaging, and placing top talent within the M&E sector, working closely with clients across construction, engineering, and building services.

If you have a strong background in 360° or 180° recruitment, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy building long-term client and candidate relationships, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

🚀 Talent Sourcing & Candidate Engagement

• Leverage multiple sourcing tools (LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, CRM, referrals) to attract top M&E talent.
• Conduct candidate interviews, screening, and qualification to ensure suitability for roles.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of skilled candidates for contract and permanent positions.
• Provide guidance and support throughout the recruitment process, from interview prep to offer negotiation.

🤝 Client Relationship Management

• Develop and nurture relationships with new and existing M&E clients across construction, engineering, and related industries.
• Work closely with hiring managers to understand their specific talent requirements and business needs.
• Provide market insights and consultative advice to clients regarding salary benchmarks, talent availability, and recruitment strategies.
• Coordinate interviews, feedback sessions, and job offers between clients and candidates.

📈 Business Development & Growth

• Identify and develop new business opportunities to expand our M&E client base.
• Build a specialist recruitment desk, ensuring consistent placements and revenue growth.
• Maintain accurate CRM records and ensure smooth management of vacancy workflows.
• Stay updated on industry trends, compliance requirements, and recruitment best practices.

Key Skills & Experience

✅ 2+ years of recruitment experience within an agency environment.
✅ Previous experience recruiting in M&E, construction, or engineering sectors (preferred but not essential).
✅ Strong business development and client management skills.
✅ Ability to source, attract, and engage candidates for middle-level roles.
✅ Proficiency with CRM systems (Bullhorn preferred) and LinkedIn Recruiter.
✅ Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
✅ Organised, target-driven, and able to work effectively under pressure.

Why Join Us?

🚀 Career growth – opportunities to progress within a specialist recruitment firm.
💰 Competitive salary + uncapped commission structure.
🌍 Exposure to UK/EU and international recruitment markets.
⚡ Flexible and dynamic working environment with a supportive team.
🏆 Regular training, industry networking, and social events.

🔹 Ready to advance your career in M&E recruitment? Apply now!