Senior Resourcer - Recruitment Orsett, Essex (Joseph Gallagher HQ)

Joseph Gallagher is the leading UK based Civil Engineering & Tunnelling sub-contractor, growing significantly in the last 40 years into an international business. We have an award-winning reputation, industry leading safety culture and have had the privilege to be a part of some of the most critical infrastructure projects taking place today.

Join Our Growing Recruitment Team

JGL is looking for an experienced and ambitious Senior Resourcer to play a key role in identifying, attracting, and engaging top talent across a range of sectors. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive recruitment professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys building strong candidate relationships.

Working closely with Recruitment Consultants and Hiring Managers, you will be instrumental in delivering high-quality candidate pipelines and contributing to the continued growth and success of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, identify, and attract high-calibre candidates through a variety of channels, including job boards, social media, networking, and referrals.
• Conduct candidate screenings, interviews, and assessments to evaluate suitability for vacancies.
• Build and maintain strong talent pools for current and future hiring requirements.
• Develop and manage candidate relationships, ensuring an exceptional recruitment experience.
• Create engaging job advertisements and candidate marketing campaigns.
• Maintain accurate records within the recruitment CRM/ATS system.
• Support recruiters and managers throughout the recruitment process.
• Keep up to date with market trends and candidate availability.
• Contribute ideas to improve sourcing strategies and recruitment processes.

Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Proven experience as a Resourcer, Talent Acquisition Specialist, Recruiter, or similar role.
• Strong candidate sourcing and headhunting experience.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a target-driven environment.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Confident using recruitment databases, job boards, and LinkedIn Recruiter.

Desirable:

• Previous experience sourcing blue collar roles within construction industry.

Why Join JGL?

At JGL, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to fostering a positive and inclusive environment where individuals can develop their careers, achieve their goals, and make a real impact. If you are passionate about talent acquisition and are ready to take the next step in your recruitment career, we'd love to hear from you.