Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Recruitment Consultant / Team Leader to join our team. 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 primarily responsible for sourcing, screening, and on-boarding candidates for blue-collar industrial roles across warehousing, logistics, and manufacturing, while also supporting the performance and development of other recruiters in the team.

The position will involve approximately 80% of your time focused on hands-on recruitment and 20% on team leadership activities.

Key Responsibilities

Candidate Sourcing & Engagement

• Conduct a minimum of 90 phone screens and 30 interviews per week

• Source candidates through various channels, including:

  • Online job boards and company database

  • Social media groups and professional networks

  • Industry referrals and talent pools

  • Targeted advertising campaigns

• Maintain proactive communication with potential candidates, 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 on-boarding documents, ensuring compliance with pre-employment requirements

• Administer reference checks, medical questionnaires, police checks, and other 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

Team Leadership (20%)

• Hold regular check-ins and performance catch-ups with other recruiters in the team

• Provide guidance and support to team members on sourcing strategies and recruitment best practices

• Help monitor individual and team performance against KPIs

• Contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment

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 - Able to manage high call volumes and maintain consistent follow-up

• Strong Communication - Confident phone manner and ability to effectively engage both candidates and team members

• Time Management - Capable of balancing personal recruitment targets with leadership responsibilities

• Attention to Detail - Ensure all compliance and on-boarding steps are thoroughly completed

• Leadership Mindset - Willingness to support and coach others while leading by example

• Proactive Approach - Ability to build candidate pipelines and maintain engagement across multiple roles

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

• Prior leadership or mentoring experience is desirable, but not mandatory

• Strong computer skills, including experience with recruitment databases and Microsoft Office

Leigh Boyle
Business Manager

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