Senior Recruiter – Philippi FSS Branch - Cape Town

A position exists for a Senior Recruiter stationed at the Philippi FSS Branch in Cape Town reporting to the HR Manager and General Manager.  The overall purpose of this position is to ensure the effective recruitment practices are initiated and coordinated for the Western Cape Guarding division.  The position will be responsible for the complete 360 of the recruitment process, Implementation of the recruitment and selection policy, Management of recruitment staff, Quality assurance checks within the region to ensure standardization of recruitment practices, co-ordination of screening and vetting solutions, administrative controls to ensure effective personnel records on engagement. 

Experience, Requirements and Qualifications

• Diploma in Human Resources Management (NQF 5) or equivalent
• A minimum of 3 years' experience in an HR Recruitment role in a senior position.
• Experience in the security industry preferably.
• Computer literacy with excellent knowledge of MS Word and Excel.
• Should be able to work independently and professionally.
• Strong organizational, planning, communication and client liaison skills are essential.
• Must be positive, pro-active, innovative and have passion for HR work at all times
• Must have good interpersonal skills
• Must be able to communicate in English and at least another language
• No criminal record or any pending cases.
• Positive reference checks from previous employers or clients required.
• Travelling will be required therefore applicants should have their own reliable transport and valid driver's license. Must be willing to use own transport for business purposes if fuel is provided.

Key Performance Areas: (Not totally inclusive)

• Managing and co-ordination of the recruitment department.
• Ensure that standardized recruitment and selection practices are implemented and maintained
• Ensure that effective screening and vetting solutions are used to identify the most suited applicant
• Apply best practices regarding fit for purpose placements, taking into consideration client requirements, remuneration and related factors – Operational Recruitment
• Ensure that the appointment of BCEA staff out of the EE targets are motivated with substantial proof.
• Manage staff and daily performance related issues.
• Monitor manpower status requests and progress thereof.
• Conduct weekly staff meetings and monitor progress of department.
• Compiling monthly reports and ensuring submission thereof timeously.
• Quality assure staff application documentation to ensure compliance of set standards
• Liaise with senior branch management and maintain good employee relations.
• Participate in sub-committee meetings as and when required within the broader HR role.
• Assist in cultivating a culture of continuous improvement and setting of performance standards
• Ensure that all vacancies are advertised and job descriptions are in-line with the expected outcome of the position.
• Managing the complete interview process, feedback and applicant processing.
• Ensure that all documents are correct and valid for the on-boarding process
• Able to arrange and co-ordinate recruitment drives.
• Must be able to attract and retain talent.
• Must have the ability to drive recruitment projects in area’s identified where new contracts are granted.
• Have the ability to create relationships with local community leaders where recruitment drive is high or labour turnover is high.

Behavioral Competencies:

• Must be Pro-active and show initiative.
• Assertiveness
• Strong leadership ability with self-development
• Development of others
• Presentable
• Analytical, Critical Thinking & Planning skills
• Goal Setting & Organizational skills
• Driving & Managing change
• Driven for results
• Interpersonal skills
• Communication direction & skills
• Customer focus
• Teamwork

We reserve the right not to make an appointment to any advertised position. Whilst preference is given to existing employees at all times and the choice made is purely on merit, Historically Disadvantaged Candidates and Black Female Candidates are encouraged and supported in the FSG team.

Fidelity Services Group (Pty) Ltd supports global fair practice and business ethics on continuous development of our human capital as the key resource to our success in the markets in which we participate.

Should you not be contacted regarding this position within 10 working days from the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.