Talent Acquisition Specialist

Company Overview

Alghanim International is a major construction, engineering, and infrastructure organization with a track record of delivering large-scale projects across the Middle East and North Africa. As part of Fouad Alghanim & Sons Group, the company brings more than 60 years of industry experience and works across construction, EPC, energy and utilities, real estate, roads, healthcare, education, operations and maintenance, and facilities management. Its operations span Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, and other markets, with a reputation built on technical strength, dependability, quality, integrity, and innovation.

Role Summary

The organization is hiring a Talent Acquisition Specialist for its team in Sharjah/Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This role is centered on end-to-end recruitment, with a strong focus on attracting and hiring talent for construction-related technical and non-technical positions. The right candidate should be proactive, experienced, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where hiring needs are diverse and business-critical.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle the complete hiring process from sourcing and screening to interviewing and onboarding.
• Create and run sourcing plans to bring in suitable candidates, especially for engineering, site, and other technical construction roles.
• Use recruitment portals, professional networks, and direct sourcing methods to find and approach strong talent.
• Carry out preliminary interviews and evaluate applicants for both technical capability and behavioral fit.
• Keep the applicant tracking system and candidate records current and well organized.
• Make sure candidates have a smooth, professional, and positive experience throughout the hiring journey.
• Contribute to employer branding efforts and recruitment drives.
• Draft role descriptions and postings that reflect hiring needs and business expectations.
• Support onboarding activities so new hires can transition into the organization effectively.

Requirements

• 5 to 7 years of experience in talent acquisition.
• Previous recruitment experience in the construction sector is mandatory.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a similar field.
• Arabic language ability is strongly preferred.
• Hands-on experience with recruitment tools and systems such as LinkedIn, job boards, and ATS platforms.
• Strong ability to source and hire for technical positions, including engineers and site personnel.

Additional Information

This opportunity is based in Sharjah / Dubai, United Arab Emirates and falls under the construction industry. No salary, stipend, opening count, start date, or application deadline was specified in the source.