Internal Recruiter
Location: Cramlington area, Northumberland.
Employment Type: Full‑time, Temporary to Permanent
Salary: £36,000+ per annum, plus generous bonus scheme.
Hours: Monday–Thursday 9am–5pm, Friday 9am–4pm
Overview
We are a leading provider of skilled trades and industrial labour to major UK sites including steelworks, fabrication facilities, power stations, and large‑scale engineering projects. Due to continued growth, we are seeking a pro‑active, self‑motivated Internal Recruiter who can work independently and unsupervised while maintaining high standards of delivery.
This role is central to ensuring we maintain a reliable, compliant, and high‑quality workforce across multiple client sites. You will manage the full recruitment cycle for trades such as welders, pipefitters, platers, mechanical fitters, electricians, joiners, calibration technicians, general site labour, as well as any other roles as directed.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the end‑to‑end recruitment process for trades and industrial personnel across UK client sites.
* Proactively source candidates through job boards, social media, referrals, networking, and direct outreach.
* Screen, interview, and assess candidates to ensure suitability and compliance with site requirements.
* Conduct full referencing of candidates, ensuring work history, reliability, and suitability are verified prior to placement.
* Oversee candidate compliance, including right‑to‑work checks, qualifications, trade cards (CSCS/CCNSG), and site‑specific inductions.
* Build and maintain talent pools for high‑demand trades to support rapid mobilisation.
* Work closely with Operations and Site Management to understand labour requirements and project timelines.
* Coordinate mobilisation logistics, including start dates, PPE, travel arrangements, and documentation.
* Maintain accurate and compliant records on the recruitment system.
* Support worker retention through regular communication and relationship management.
* Represent the company professionally when dealing with candidates, clients, and internal teams.
What the Company Requires
We are looking for an individual who is:
* Pro‑active and able to anticipate recruitment needs before they arise.
* A self‑starter who takes ownership of tasks and drives them through to completion.
* Comfortable working independently and unsupervised, while maintaining high levels of accuracy and organisation.
* Confident communicating with candidates, site teams, and internal stakeholders.
* Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
* Comfortable using recruitment systems, job boards, and digital sourcing tools.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary starting at £36,000+ per annum.
* Opportunity to work with major UK industrial clients including steelworks, engineering contractors, and large‑scale project sites.
* Supportive team environment with opportunities for progression.
* A role where your work directly impacts project delivery and client satisfaction