Dron & Dickson
Technical Recruitment Specialist

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Job Description
📍 Hull
🕒 Full‑time | Permanent
Dron & Dickson is looking for an experienced Technical Recruiter to support onshore engineering operations and project delivery across England. This is a hands‑on, delivery‑focused role, responsible for sourcing, assessing and onboarding technicians and engineering personnel to meet both business‑as‑usual and project demand.
This role is focused on direct technical recruitment, building strong talent pipelines, ensuring fast and compliant mobilisation, and reducing reliance on external agencies. Success is measured by speed, quality, compliance, cost awareness and candidate experience — not sales or commission targets.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver end‑to‑end recruitment for technician and engineering roles (permanent and contract) in line with BAU and project requirements Source candidates through direct channels including LinkedIn, job boards, referrals and trade networks Build and maintain a deployment‑ready pipeline for core technical disciplines Screen and shortlist candidates against technical, safety, compliance and project requirements Coordinate interviews and technical assessments through to offer stage Manage offers, contracts and start dates, working closely with Engineering Services, Logistics and People & Development Ensure fast, compliant onboarding including right to work, references, IR35 and GDPR requirements Support targeted recruitment campaigns during project ramps and peak delivery periods Maintain a strong candidate experience with clear, timely communication throughout the process Track recruitment activity and pipeline metrics such as time to hire and candidate flow Provide insights on labour availability, skills shortages and market trends to support workforce planning Recruit within agreed budgets and rate parameters, supporting ongoing agency avoidance
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Skills, Experience & Attributes
Proven experience in technical, engineering or operational recruitment Hands‑on direct sourcing experience (not agency‑only) Experience recruiting technicians, trades or operational engineers Strong knowledge of recruitment compliance including right to work and GDPR Ability to manage multiple roles and pipelines simultaneously Strong organisational skills with high attention to detail Confident communicator with candidates and internal stakeholders Proficient in Microsoft Office


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Desirable
Background in engineering services, oil & gas, offshore, infrastructure or construction Experience recruiting for project‑based or rotational workforces Knowledge of IR35 and contractor engagement models CIPD Level 3 or equivalent practical experience
HSEQ Responsibilities
Comply with all Dron & Dickson policies, procedures and management systems Ensure recruitment and onboarding activities meet health, safety and compliance requirements Act ethically and with integrity in all recruitment activity Support submission of required HSEQ documentation and continuous improvement initiatives
Why Join Us?
This is a credible technical recruitment role at the heart of engineering delivery, without sales targets, commission pressure or people management responsibilities. It’s ideal for an experienced technical recruiter or resourcer who enjoys sourcing technicians, building sustainable pipelines and supporting real project delivery in a commercially disciplined environment.
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