We Have an HR Department – Why Do We Need a Recruiter?
I get asked this question frequently, and honestly, you might not think you need a recruiter. But take a moment to consider if external help could benefit your hiring efforts. If you realize you do need some support, here are several ways a recruiter can make a significant impact.
Relieve Your Overworked HR Team
HR departments are often juggling multiple responsibilities, from managing open job positions to ensuring health and safety, enforcing policies, and maintaining compliance. With so many tasks and not enough hours in the day, they may struggle to focus on filling hard-to-fill roles. A recruiter can help take some of that burden off their shoulders, allowing HR to concentrate on the bigger picture.
Go Beyond Job Boards
Your HR team or internal recruiter may not always have the resources or expertise to expand beyond the job board. While posting job ads may work at times, if it’s not yielding the right results, a recruiter can dig deeper with headhunting and other direct and indirect recruiting strategies to find the right fit.
Confidential Searches
If you’re replacing someone or simply don’t want your competitors to know you’re hiring, a recruiter can be invaluable. We can conduct a confidential, unadvertised search to help you backfill roles or make replacements discreetly when you’re ready.
Specialized, Niche Recruiting
Niche recruiters specialize in specific industries and can offer more than just candidates. Need insights on salary trends or industry data? Most recruiters are happy to share this kind of information. For more on why niche expertise is essential, check out our article, “Why Niche Matters.”
Proactive Recruitment for Ongoing Needs
If your company frequently hires for certain roles, a great recruiter can keep an eye on top talent, even before a job opening arises. The best candidates rarely stay available for long, and we can alert you when they hit the market. This is especially true for high-demand positions like Mechanics, HVAC Techs, and Millwrights.
An Extra Resource, Only When Needed
Think of a third-party recruiter as an additional tool that you only pay for when it delivers results. We’re not here to replace your in-house team; we’re here to complement and enhance your internal recruitment efforts. When used effectively, we can be a valuable asset to your hiring process.
So yes, even if you have an in-house HR or recruiting team, there are times when working with an external recruiter can make all the difference. We don’t aim to replace HR; we aim to partner with them to find the right candidates.
If you’re looking for Mechanics, HVAC Techs, or Millwrights, Venters Recruits is the partner you need. Give us a call at 1-905-703-8383 – we’ll take your search beyond the job boards to find the perfect technicians for your team.
