Talent Acquisition Specialist at Metso

• We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our Human Resources team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to help shape the future of our organization. You will play a pivotal role in attracting and hiring top talent for our business. 
• You will work closely with hiring managers, understanding their recruitment needs and guiding them through the hiring process. With your expertise, you'll ensure that we continue to build a diverse and high performing workforce.
• In this position, you will report to the Talent, Learning & Development Manager.
• This position is mainly located in Centurion, Gauteng.

TEAM, YOU BELONG TO​​​​​​​

• You will join a team of professionals who are passionate about identifying and securing top talent for our
• organization. Our team is collaborative, dynamic, and dedicated to delivering an exceptional recruitment
• experience. With a strong focus on quality and efficiency, we work together to achieve shared goals while
• supporting each other’s growth and development

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Talent Acquisitions

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes, including job postings, talent sourcing, application screening, interviews, and offer processes. 
• Partner with hiring managers to understand job requirements, develop role profiles, and create compelling job descriptions
• Source and engage candidates through various channels (LinkedIn Recruiter would be an advantage)
• Conduct interviews, screen resumes, and assess candidate suitability based on skills, experience, and cultural fit
• Provide a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process, maintaining clear and timely communication
• Maintain accurate records in our recruitment systems, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures
• Build and manage a good talent pipeline of candidates for Market Area Africa 
• Contribute to building an employer brand that attracts top-tier talent
• Leverage data analytics to track key recruitment metrics, process efficiency, and areas for optimization. 

Compensation & Benefits Management

• Support the benefits management processes, inclusive of disability, death, provident fund and medical aid, amongst others
• Facilitate all employee changes in the payroll and HR systems

Employment Relations

• Provide pragmatic and consistent guidance and advice to managers on grievance, attendance, disciplinary, and performance issues
• Partner with managers to ensure a high-performance culture within teams

Administration

• Ensure all employee lifecycle administration processes, e.g. new hires, terminations, etc. are complied with
• Ensure all documents are filed correctly

WHO YOU ARE

• Matric (Grade 12)
• A tertiary qualification would be advantageous
• 2 years’ experience working as an HR Generalist
• 5 years of experience in managing end-to-end recruitment and talent sourcing processes, preferably in a large global organization. 
• Experience in the Mining / Engineering / Construction Industry would be an added advantage
• Skilled in stakeholder management, with the ability to guide and support hiring managers. 
• Proficiency in using LinkedIn Recruiter for talent sourcing and MS office tools, including PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Copilot, to support data analysis, reporting, and presentation needs. 
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels.
• A proactive and solution-oriented mindset, with the ability to manage multiple vacancies simultaneously
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to handle multiple recruitment processes and projects simultaneously. 
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Data-driven, proactive and solution-oriented mindset, with a focus on continuous improvement. 
• A team player with a passion for supporting others and achieving company goals
• A positive, can-do attitude and a drive for excellence

HARD AND SOFT SKILLS THAT ARE ESSENTIAL FOR THIS ROLE

• Knowledge of Metso capital equipment products is a plus
• A high degree of precision and attention to detail
• Highly organized and able to multitask and prioritize various activities to ensure timely and accurate
• compliance with schedule and budget requirements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with
• visitors, co-workers and management
• Highly motivated with the ability to work under stress and meet tight deadlines
• Able to travel occasionally, both domestically and internationally.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• An inspiring purpose - Enabling sustainable modern life. Minerals and metals are the backbone of essential functions in the modern world. However, there's a pressing need for more sustainable solutions to collect and process them. At Metso, you get to be part of transforming the industry and making a positive change
• Compensation and rewards - Global incentive program tied to business and performance targets
• Hybrid working possibilities - While we are big advocates of meeting and collaborating in person, we believe in fostering a flexible work environment
• A thriving culture - We are committed to developing an inclusive culture that enables everyone to do their best and reach their full potential. A culture that is courageous, compelling, and caring, and unites our people to build a sustainable future together.
• Extensive learning opportunities - Ongoing growth dialogues, internal mobility, mentoring programs, education assistance, ambitious projects, and global opportunities.
• Worldwide support - Leverage our network of peers across the world, offering valuable assistance. We get things done together, through open and honest communication.