Blue-Collar Recruitment Consultant
We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven individual to join our team as a Recruitment Consultant. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume recruitment environment and enjoys engaging with candidates over the phone. You will be responsible for sourcing, screening, and onboarding candidates for blue-collar industrial roles across warehousing, logistics, and manufacturing.
Candidate Sourcing & Engagement:
* Conduct a minimum of 90 phone screens and 30 interviews per week.
* Source candidates through various channels, including online job boards, social media groups, professional networks, industry referrals, talent pools, and targeted advertising campaigns.
* Maintain proactive communication with potential candidates, keeping them engaged even when no immediate role is available.
Screening & Assessment:
* Evaluate candidate suitability based on experience, skills, and job requirements.
* Conduct in-depth phone and face-to-face interviews.
* Request and review onboarding documents, ensuring compliance with pre-employment requirements.
* Administer reference checks, medical questionnaires, police checks, and other pre-employment verifications as needed.
Collaboration & Placement:
* Work closely with account managers to understand client job requirements.
* Match suitable candidates to job openings and coordinate placements.
* Maintain accurate records in the recruitment database.
Follow-Up & Relationship Management:
* Provide candidates with timely updates on their application progress.
* Build strong relationships with candidates to encourage referrals and long-term engagement.
* Ensure all recruitment activities align with company standards and client expectations.
Key Skills & Attributes:
* Resilience & Persistence: Ability to handle high call volumes and follow up consistently.
* Strong Communication: Confident phone manner and ability to engage candidates effectively.
* Time Management: Ability to juggle multiple recruitment processes and meet weekly targets.
* Attention to Detail: Ensuring all compliance and onboarding requirements are met.
* Proactive Mindset: Ability to build candidate pipelines and maintain engagement.
Qualifications & Experience:
* Previous experience in recruitment, sales, or a high-volume call environment is advantageous but not essential.
* Experience sourcing blue-collar candidates is a plus.
* Strong computer skills, including experience with recruitment databases and Microsoft Office.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys engaging with candidates.