Received a message via WhatsApp from a well-known recruitment agency:
Recruiter: Hello Sir, this is ****** from S*****. I found your profile in our database. I have a job opportunity in Q*** as a Senior Instrument Technician.
Me: Hi, sorry, I’m not a technician and don’t have experience as a technician.
Recruiter: May I know your current designation?
Me: I’m currently working as an Instrument and Control Engineer on EPCC projects.
Recruiter: I have an opening for a Senior Instrument Supervisor (Field). Would you be interested in applying?
Me: As I mentioned, I don’t have field experience as a technician or supervisor. My background is in EPCC Project Management and Operation Support, but not in Field Maintenance, so I dont think I would fit the job requirment to apply.
Recruiter: Oh, I see. If you know anyone with a similar profile, please refer them to me.
Me: Ok.
At this point, I was unsure how to respond. If someone has a similar profile to mine, I don’t think they would apply for this position either.
This exchange left me wondering why some recruiters don't take the time to thoroughly study a candidate's background before reaching out. It's essential for recruiters to align the job opportunities with a candidate’s actual experience and expertise.
To all recruiters out there, I believe a more personalized approach—where the candidate’s background is carefully reviewed—would not only save time but also enhance the recruitment process. Understanding a candidate’s strengths and aligning them with the right opportunities benefits both parties and increases the likelihood of a successful match.
WHS Manager (ETI)
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