HR Recruiter - Technical Talent Acquisition

HR Recruiter (Technical Talent Acquisition – MEP / QAQC / Commissioning)

Location: Dubai, UAE (Office-based with occasional site exposure for meetings)
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Industry: Engineering Services

About SESC

SESC is a specialist engineering services provider delivering QA/QC, Commissioning Management, and MEP Technical Supervision across major construction and infrastructure projects globally.

We operate in a highly technical, fast-moving environment where project demands shift rapidly and hiring quality directly impacts delivery performance on live sites. Our teams support complex building services systems, requiring certified, experienced, and immediately deployable engineering professionals to mission-critical environments.

Role Overview

We are seeking a technically strong HR Recruiter to take full ownership of end-to-end recruitment across our engineering and project support functions.

This is a technical talent acquisition position focused on sourcing, evaluating, and securing professionals in:

• MEP Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, ELV)
• QA/QC Inspection & Quality Engineering
• Commissioning Management & Site Commissioning Teams
• Building Services disciplines
• Site-based supervisory and technical roles

You will be responsible for building and managing high-quality talent pipelines that directly support ongoing and upcoming construction project mobilisations.

Key Responsibilities

Full-Cycle Technical Recruitment

• Own end-to-end recruitment for all technical and support roles across SESC projects
• Assist in translating project manpower requirements into structured job descriptions and competency profiles
• Manage fast-moving hiring demands linked to project award cycles and site mobilisation timelines

Technical Sourcing & Talent Pipeline Development

• Source candidates through LinkedIn, Indeed, GulfTalent, agency networks, and direct headhunting
• Build and maintain pipelines for recurring technical roles
• Manage relationships with specialist recruitment agencies across GCC construction and engineering markets
• Maintain an active database of pre-qualified engineering talent for rapid deployment needs

Screening & Technical Pre-Assessment

• Evaluate CVs against technical engineering criteria (certifications, site experience, system exposure)
• Conduct structured screening calls assessing availability, technical fit, salary expectations, and visa readiness
• Coordinate interview scheduling with operations and engineering teams
• Prepare structured candidate shortlists with clear evaluation rationale

Offer & Hiring Coordination

• Manage offer process in line with approved salary structures and HR governance
• Support document verification (certifications, passports, experience validation)
• Ensure smooth handover to HR operations for visa processing and onboarding

Recruitment Operations & Compliance

• Maintain ATS / recruitment tracker aligned with ISO 9001:2015 documentation standards
• Track recruitment KPIs including time-to-fill, source-of-hire, and offer acceptance rates
• Ensure compliance with UAE Labour Law and Emiratisation (NAFIS) requirements
• Always maintain audit-ready recruitment records

Stakeholder Coordination

• Work closely with Head of HR and Engineering / Operations teams
• Align hiring plans with project execution timelines
• Provide structured recruitment updates and pipeline reporting

Requirements

Experience

• Minimum 3 years in recruitment, with strong exposure to technical or engineering hiring
• Prior experience recruiting in MEP, QA/QC, commissioning, or construction sectors is essential
• GCC experience (UAE preferred) strongly advantageous
• Experience working with agencies and direct sourcing models
• Familiarity with high-volume, fast-turnaround project hiring environments

Technical Knowledge

• Understanding of engineering certifications such as:

CSA, CSWIP, BGAS, CompEx, NEBOSH, LEEA, PASMA/IPAF, LEED

• Awareness of construction project lifecycle and site mobilisation requirements
• Familiarity with UAE labour processes, visas, and recruitment compliance
• Experience using LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, and ATS systems

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field
• CIPD (or equivalent HR qualification) preferred

Skills

• Strong ability to assess technical CVs independently
• High attention to detail in structured recruitment processes
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage multiple urgent hiring requirements simultaneously
• Strong reporting and documentation discipline

What This Role Offers

• Exposure to complex, high-value engineering recruitment across global projects
• Direct involvement with technical operations and project delivery teams
• Structured HR environment aligned with ISO 9001:2015 standards
• Clear progression path into Senior Recruiter / HR Business Partner roles

How to Apply

Candidates with strong engineering recruitment experience in the UAE or GCC construction sector are encouraged to apply with an updated CV detailing technical roles recruited for and sectors covered.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: AED3,000.00 - AED4,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Are you an immediate joiner (no notice period)?
• Which of the following roles have you personally recruited for? (Select all that apply)

- MEP Engineer (Mechanical / Electrical / Plumbing)
- Site Engineer / Construction Supervisor
- Non-technical HR / Admin roles only

• Have you worked with recruitment agencies in the UAE/GCC construction market?

- Yes, extensively
- Yes, limited exposure
- No

• Which recruitment platforms have you used?

LinkedIn Recruiter
Indeed
GulfTalent
Bayt
ATS (please specify)
Agency databases only

• Have you worked with structured recruitment trackers or ATS systems?

Yes (advanced usage)
Yes (basic usage)
No

• Are you comfortable working in a fast-paced, project-driven construction environment with changing hiring priorities?

Yes
No

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• recruitment: 2 years (Preferred)

Language:

• advanced level English (Required)
• Arabic (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• UAE Driving Licence (Preferred)
• UAE MOFA attested educational degree (Required)

Work Location: In person