🇿🇦 Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants

This fully remote full time position at Remote Recruitment is open to applicants from South Africa. As a remote position, you can work from anywhere in South Africa — whether you're based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, or a smaller town.

Job Description

Technical Resourcer – Engineering & Automation

Job Overview

Are you an experienced technical resourcer ready to make a genuine impact in a growing international recruitment business?

We are partnering with an ambitious UK-based recruitment startup specialising in placing high-level engineering and automation professionals across the United States. With 17 live roles and rapid growth, this is the first hire into the business — offering direct mentorship from the founder and the opportunity to play a pivotal role in scaling delivery.

This is an exciting opportunity for a driven resourcer with experience in manufacturing, industrial automation, or mechanical and electrical engineering recruitment who thrives in a fast-paced, quality-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities
* Source, screen and shortlist high-calibre engineering and automation professionals across the US market
* Headhunt passive candidates using LinkedIn Recruiter and other advanced sourcing tools
* Manage candidate pipelines across 17+ live roles
* Liaise with East Coast-based US candidates (working aligned US hours)
* Maintain and update CRM/ATS systems accurately
* Coordinate interviews and manage candidate communications
* Critically evaluate CVs and assess suitability for senior-level roles ($135k–$150k salary brackets)
* Deliver an exceptional candidate experience from first outreach to placement

Qualifications and Experience
* 2–3+ years’ recruitment experience within engineering or technical sectors (non-IT)
* Proven experience recruiting for US-based roles
* Background sourcing within automation, manufacturing, or industrial engineering markets
* Strong understanding of US time zones and candidate expectations
* Comfortable working East Coast US hours
* Proficient in LinkedIn Recruiter and CRM/ATS systems
* Professional communication skills suited to engaging senior US professionals
* Ability to manage high application volumes while maintaining quality standards
* Reliable internet connection and personal laptop

About Us

At Remote Recruitment, we specialise in helping skilled South African professionals connect with top UK businesses. Our streamlined hiring process ensures you work with organisations that value your talent and career growth. With a focus on long-term success, we provide ongoing support to make sure you thrive in your role.

Join a team that appreciates your expertise – Remote Recruitment, where your success is our mission.

Tips for South African Applicants

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Timezone Advantage

South Africa (SAST, UTC+2) overlaps well with European business hours and has a few hours of overlap with US East Coast. Mention your timezone flexibility in your application.

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Salary in Context

Even without a listed salary, international remote roles typically pay 2-3x more than equivalent local positions in South Africa due to the exchange rate advantage.

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Application Tips

Tailor your CV to international standards — use a clean format, highlight remote work experience, and include your English proficiency. Many SA applicants succeed by emphasising their strong work ethic and cultural adaptability.

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Load Shedding Preparedness

If you're applying for a remote role, having a backup power solution (UPS, inverter, or generator) and mobile data as a backup internet connection shows employers you're prepared for South Africa's infrastructure challenges.

About Remote Recruitment

Remote Recruitment is a company in the Recruitment & Staffing industry that hires remote workers from South Africa. They currently have 66 open positions on Hirezar. View all Remote Recruitment jobs →