Job Description

Position Summary:

The Recruitment Officer will be primarily responsible for end-to-end recruitment of blue-collar manpower across cleaning, technical, housekeeping, fit-out and security services. This role requires strong coordination with overseas recruitment agencies, expertise in international hiring formalities and active participation in overseas recruitment drives. The ideal candidate must possess a sound understanding of diverse blue-collar job roles and recruitment processes, especially for high-volume mobilization projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Plan, coordinate and execute blue-collar recruitment campaigns for Cleaning, Technical, Housekeeping, Fit-out and Security services. Collaborate with overseas manpower agencies for mobilization planning, interviews and onboarding. Handle all overseas recruitment documentation including demand letters, eMigrate procedures, embassy/chamber of commerce attestations and visa formalities in liaison with PRO. Conduct overseas interviews and participate in recruitment drives to identify skilled manpower. Develop job descriptions and candidate profiles for various blue-collar trades and skill categories. Manage the sourcing lifecycle using job portals, social media platforms, recruitment agencies and walk-ins. Evaluate CVs, conduct initial screening and shortlist candidates based on trade test performance and job requirements. Coordinate with internal operational teams and project managers to forecast and align manpower needs. Maintain regular communication with selected candidates until deployment, ensuring timely documentation and visa processing. Maintain and update the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) for recruitment status and reporting. Prepare weekly/monthly recruitment dashboards, trade-wise hiring reports, and deployment trackers. Maintain an up-to-date tracker of all recruitment activities and ensure timely sharing with the HR Head, Operations team, or other relevant stakeholders upon request. Support orientation and pre-deployment briefing in collaboration with HR and operations. Ensure all recruitment practices are in line with UAE labor law and company compliance guidelines.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree/diploma in Business Administration, HR or related field. Minimum 3-5 years of hands-on experience in

blue-collar recruitment

, preferably within

Facilities Management

or

construction industry

. Proven knowledge of overseas hiring processes including

eMigrate system, attestation procedures and international recruitment documentation

. Familiar with major blue-collar trades (HVAC Technicians, Cleaners, Fit-out, Security Guards, Housekeepers, Electricians, MEP, Plumbers, etc.). Strong network and coordination experience with overseas manpower agencies. Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills. Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with ATS systems. Willingness to travel overseas frequently for recruitment drives.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED5,000.00 - AED7,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

Are you currently available in UAE? What is your notice period? Are you comfortable working in Abu Dhabi? What is your salary expectation?
Experience:

Blue-Collar Hiring: 3 years (Required) * hiring Technicians for Facilities Management: 3 years (Required)