Recruiting Manager

Job Description : Recruiting Manager - Maritime Division – Pascagoula, MS

About the Company

HKA Enterprises, LLC is a leading workforce solutions provider serving clients throughout the US and Canada in energy, industrial, manufacturing, maritime, pharma, power, and technology verticals. For nearly five decades, HKA has delivered high-quality staffing, talent management, and EOR services that help organizations meet critical project goals and maintain a competitive edge.

Our team takes a hands-on approach to understanding client needs and connecting them with skilled professionals who can make an immediate impact. We pride ourselves on building long-term relationships, maintaining integrity in everything we do, and creating opportunities that empower employees to grow their careers.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Recruiting Manager to lead our dynamic team of recruiters within the maritime division. This role focuses on placing skilled trades professionals in shipbuilding and ship repair roles. The ideal candidate will have a passion for talent acquisition and a deep understanding of the maritime industry, enabling them to drive recruitment strategies and ensure client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership
• Lead and mentor a diverse group of recruiters, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Set clear goals and performance metrics for the recruitment team.
• Strategic Planning
• Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies tailored to the maritime sector, focusing on shipbuilding and ship repair.
• Analyze market trends to identify new opportunities for talent acquisition.
• Client Engagement
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients to understand their staffing needs and expectations.
• Act as a key point of contact for client inquiries and recruitment updates.
• Talent Acquisition
• Oversee the full recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing candidates to onboarding and management of field employees.
• Utilize various sourcing methods to attract a diverse pool of skilled trades professionals.
• Performance Management
• Monitor and report on recruitment metrics to assess team performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Conduct regular training sessions to enhance the skills of the recruitment team.

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

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Compensation & Benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

HKA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are passionate about recruitment and ready to make a significant impact in the maritime industry, we invite you to apply for the Recruiting Manager position at HKA!