Recruitment Specialist
- Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Posted 13 days ago
About the role
Recruitment Specialist
We are seeking an experienced Recruitment Specialist to join our growing talent acquisition team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in high-volume recruitment for Oil & Gas EPC projects, with proven experience sourcing, attracting, and mobilizing large numbers of technical and non-technical professionals across complex engineering and construction projects.
Candidates with previous experience working for a Manpower Consultancy, Recruitment Agency, or Workforce Solutions Provider supporting Oil & Gas EPC clients will be highly preferred.
WHO WE ARE
Confidential brings 50+ years of experience in EPC and industrial infrastructure. With in-house fabrication, marine expertise, and multidisciplinary capability, we deliver projects with scale, confidence, and care.
WHY JOIN US
At Confidential, you’ll work on large-scale energy, marine, and civil infrastructure projects. Join a business with deep technical roots, where your voice is heard, your impact is visible, and your career is part of a legacy of excellence.
YOUR ROLE
As our Recruitment Specialist, you will
- Manage end-to-end recruitment activities for Oil & Gas EPC projects.
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies to attract qualified engineering, construction, commissioning, and support personnel.
- Handle high-volume hiring campaigns while maintaining quality and timeline targets.
- Screen, interview, assess, and shortlist candidates for various project-based and permanent positions.
- Coordinate with project managers, hiring managers, and stakeholders to understand workforce requirements.
- Build and maintain talent pipelines for critical and hard-to-fill positions.
- Utilize recruitment databases, job portals, LinkedIn Recruiter, and networking channels to source candidates.
- Track recruitment metrics and prepare regular hiring reports.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and client-specific recruitment requirements.
- Support candidate mobilization, onboarding, and documentation processes when required.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Education / Certifications / Licenses
- Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.
Experience
- Proven experience managing high-volume recruitment campaigns for engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and maintenance projects.
- Strong understanding of EPC project organizational structures and key technical disciplines.
- Experience recruiting for positions such as: Project Managers, Construction Managers, Engineers (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Instrumentation, Process), QA/QC Personnel, HSE Professionals, Supervisors, Skilled Trades and Craft Workers
- Previous experience working with a Manpower Consultancy, Recruitment Agency, or Workforce Solutions Provider is highly desirable
- Strong knowledge of applicant tracking systems (ATS), LinkedIn Recruiter, and modern sourcing techniques.
Skills and Competencies
- Gulf/Middle East recruitment experience.
- Experience supporting major EPC contractors and Oil & Gas operators.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Strong talent mapping and market intelligence capabilities.
- Experience in international sourcing and mobilization.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills.
WHAT WE OFFER
- The chance to contribute to some of UAE’s Oil and Gas EPC Mega projects.
- A collaborative, supportive environment that values innovation and excellence.
- Opportunities for professional growth and career progression.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
Ready to be part of our team?
If you’re inspired by what you’ve read and believe you’re the right fit, we’d love to hear from you.
Join Confidential and play a pivotal role in shaping a high-performing team that drives our success.
Apply today and be part of something excellent!