Recruitment and Travel Officer
Full-Time, Permanent
Durban, South Africa, Hybrid working
About Us
Part of James Fisher and Sons Plc, JF Subtech leverages over 30 years of subsea expertise to provide specialist technical marine support for construction, IRM, and decommissioning activities across global oil and gas, offshore wind, civils, and marine markets. By consolidating the technical expertise of James Fisher Marine Services and Subtech, JF Subtech aims to push the boundaries of possibility and accelerate the energy transition.
Together, we are building a brighter, bolder and more innovative future.
The Role
Are you a detail-oriented professional with a strong background in inshore commercial recruitment and international travel coordination? Subtech South Africa is seeking a highly organised individual to support our dynamic operations. This full-time role is based on a Monday to Friday schedule, with flexibility required for occasional weekend and public holiday work, depending on project needs.
Role Accountabilities
- Ensure timely and efficient recruitment for all project roles, aligning candidate selection with operational timelines and project requirements.
- Ensure that all new hires complete the induction, are fully briefed and compliant with company standards before commencement of work..
- Coordinate end-to-end travel arrangements for personnel, both locally and internationally, ensuring smooth logistics and adherence to budget and schedule.
- Accurately compile and submit all necessary documentation for project employees including contracts and onboarding materials, within required timeframes.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
- Matric certificate and HR/recruitment certificate
- Previous recruitment experience within commercial diving and marine industry is essential.
- Experience in coordinating local and international travel is essential.
- Understanding of local and international travel logistics is essential.
- Strong knowledge of recruitment best practices (sourcing, screening, placement) is essential.
- Proficient in digital recruitment tools (e.g. LinkedIn Recruiter).
- Familiarity with employment contracts.
- Excellent multitasking and organisational skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
- Solution-oriented mindset.
- Willingness to work weekends and public holidays, on an ad hoc basis.
James Fisher Subtech - Part of James Fisher and Sons
James Fisher is a global engineering services company that has evolved from its origins as a ship owner and operator to provide expertise and innovative technology across Energy, Defence, and Maritime Transport.
Our strategy, centered around the One James Fisher ambition, aims to build a cohesive engineering service company in the Blue Economy with focus on a brighter, bolder, and more innovative future.
Sounds like your ideal next step, click “Apply” now.
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Due to the volume of applications we receive for our vacancies, on occasion applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.
James Fisher and Sons are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications for candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success depends on our talented and diverse workforce. For more information Click here