Talent Acquisition Specialist

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist with a solid background in the construction industry to oversee end-to-end recruitment for both white-collar and blue-collar positions. The ideal candidate should have a proven track record of sourcing skilled and unskilled labour, as well as professional and technical staff. Fluency in Hindi and Urdu is essential. A CIPD qualification is preferred.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment & Sourcing

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for white-collar roles (engineers, project managers, quantity surveyors, site managers, HSE, support functions) and blue-collar roles (skilled trades, labourers, operators, technicians).
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for construction talent using job boards, social media, referrals and direct sourcing.
• Conduct bulk and high-volume hiring for site-based roles as required.
• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline for current and future workforce needs.
  
  

• Partner closely with hiring managers, project teams, and site supervisors to understand manpower requirements.
• Advise stakeholders on market trends, talent availability, and recruitment timelines.
• Coordinate interviews, assessments, and site-based hiring activities.
  
  

• Screen, interview, and assess candidates for technical skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Communicate effectively with candidates in Hindi and Urdu, particularly for blue-collar recruitment.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
  
  

• Ensure recruitment practices comply with local labour laws, company policies, and industry standards.
• Manage offer letters, contracts, onboarding documentation, and background checks.
• Maintain accurate recruitment data and reports.
  
  

• Proven experience in Talent Acquisition or Recruitment, preferably within the construction or engineering industry in UAE.
• Demonstrated experience hiring both white-collar and blue-collar employees.
• Strong knowledge of construction roles, skill requirements, and labour markets.
• Ability to manage multiple roles and high-volume recruitment under tight deadlines.
• Fluent in Hindi or Urdu
  
  

• CIPD qualification (Level 3, 5, or above) preferred.
• Experience with ATS and HR systems.
• Knowledge of UAE Labour laws and construction workforce regulations.
  
  

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong interviewing and assessment capability
• Stakeholder management and negotiation skills
• Organized, proactive, and detail-oriented
• Ability to work independently and in fast-paced environments