Talent Acquisition Specialist - Trades & Technical

Talent Acquisition Specialist - Trades & Technical

Talent Acquisition Specialist - Trades & Technical

About Activ8 Solar Energies

Activ8 Solar Energies is Ireland's leading solar and renewable energy company.

We are seeking an experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist to take ownership of high-volume recruitment across our skilled trades and technical workforce. This role will focus on attracting and hiring Electricians, Plumbers, Carpenters, Service Technicians, Surveyors, Apprentices and other operational talent across Ireland and the UK.

This permanent position is based out of our head office in Carrickmacross and comes with salary, bonus, pension, healthcare and additional benefits.

This role is ideal for a hands-on recruiter who enjoys high-volume hiring, building strong hiring manager partnerships, and finding practical ways to attract skilled trades and technical talent in a competitive market.

Why Join Activ8?

At Activ8, we are committed to delivering sustainable energy solutions while creating an exceptional workplace for our people.

Our values guide everything we do:

• Quality - We don't just meet standards; we set them.

• Innovation - Continuous improvement is at the heart of our business.

• Respect & Inclusion - Our people are our greatest asset.

• Accountability - We deliver on our commitments.

• Safety - If it's not safe, we don't do it.

About the Role

The successful candidate will have previous experience recruiting within trades, labour, construction, engineering or technical sectors, either in-house or within an agency environment. They will thrive in a fast-paced setting, managing large candidate pipelines, conducting high-volume screening calls, coordinating interviews, maintaining ATS records, and partnering with hiring managers to ensure a seamless recruitment process.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing Talent Acquisition team and play a key role in supporting Activ8's continued expansion across Ireland and the UK.

About the role

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for trades, technical and operational roles across Ireland and the UK.

• Partner with hiring managers to understand workforce requirements and deliver effective recruitment solutions.

• Source, screen and interview candidates through job boards, referrals, direct outreach and talent networks.

• Build and maintain talent pipelines to support current and future hiring needs.

• Coordinate interviews, candidate communications, feedback and offer management.

• Ensure an excellent candidate and hiring manager experience throughout the recruitment process.

• Maintain accurate candidate records, pipelines and recruitment activity within the ATS.

• Produce recruitment reports and hiring metrics to support workforce planning.

• Develop market knowledge across the construction, engineering, renewable energy and field services sectors.

• Build relationships with external partners, training providers and industry contacts to support talent attraction.

• Support employer branding initiatives and continuous improvement of recruitment processes.

Skills & Experience

• Recruitment experience gained in-house or within an agency environment, ideally across trades, technical, engineering or construction sectors.

• Proven ability to manage multiple vacancies in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

• Strong sourcing, screening and interviewing experience.

• Excellent stakeholder management, communication and relationship-building skills.

• Proficient in ATS and candidate sourcing platforms such as LinkedIn Recruiter and Indeed.

• Knowledge of recruitment compliance, right-to-work checks and qualification verification.

• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and administration skills.

• Resilient, proactive and able to manage competing priorities effectively.

• Commercially minded and results-focused with a commitment to delivering an excellent candidate and hiring manager experience.

• Self-motivated with a continuous improvement mindset and strong team ethic.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary

• Performance Bonus

• Pension Contribution

• Laya Healthcare

• Life Assurance

• Gym Membership

• Ongoing Professional Development

• Additional Company Benefits

Activ8 Solar Energies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About the company

At Activ8 Energies, we are Ireland's premier solar energy experts.

Since 2007, our mission has been to power a greener, more sustainable future by delivering top-tier renewable energy solutions.

We specialise in high-quality solar PV and battery storage systems for both residential homes and major commercial clients.

By joining our team, you won't just find a job-you will become part of a forward-thinking movement shaping the future of green energy.

Required Criteria

• Recruitment experience either in-house or agency.

Desired Criteria

• Experience in recruiting Construction, Engineering or Similar professions.

Skills you'll need

• Interviewing