We place mid-to-senior talent across mining, mineral and industrial technology markets, where the cost of the wrong hire is high and the shortlist is small.
Designed For Critical, Hard-To-Fill Roles
From retained search and senior appointments to project hiring and talent mapping, our services are designed to support critical hiring needs at every stage.
Retained
search
Our core model. A structured, research-led search built for roles where the talent pool is narrow, the context is complex and the impact is long-term.
Executive & senior
leadership
appointments
From C-suite and functional heads to VP and SVP roles, we secure leaders who can operate across technical, commercial and operational realities.
Strategic
talent advice
Practical guidance on approaching difficult markets, defining realistic role scope, benchmarking salary expectations across specific profiles and regions, and positioning the opportunity to attract the right calibre of candidate.
Project hiring
(5–10 roles)
When multiple hires need to land to a clear timeline, we run a focused project across functions and regions without losing consistency or quality.
Market &
talent mapping
Clear insight into who is active, who is movable and where specialist capability is emerging, so you can plan ahead rather than react.
Why Mining & Industrial Leaders Work With Us
GRTS supports mining and industrial technology-led businesses in securing leaders and specialists who do more than meet the brief. Through deep sector knowledge, technical understanding and a disciplined search approach, we identify people who align culturally, strengthen operations and infrastructure, and create long-term impact that helps businesses grow with confidence.
Trusted, niche network
Built over more than a decade working across mining supply, industrial manufacturing and technology environments. Our network reflects real operating contexts, not recycled CV databases.
Global reach, local insight
We run searches across regions while understanding local regulations, culture and site conditions. Global delivery, grounded in market reality rather than geography.
Transparent, outcome-driven process
Defined stages, clear timelines and honest communication. Success is measured by long-term impact and retention, not activity or volume.
One point of contact
Lean, end-to-end delivery. You work with one specialist from brief to placement, ensuring accountability, consistency and momentum throughout the search.
Built on Delivery & Long-Term Impact
We define success by the value our candidates bring to your business and the results they deliver over time, not just by filling a role. Our work has supported critical hires across mining and industrial technology, partnering with OEMs, contractors, service providers and technology vendors, delivering mid-to-senior talent teams.
40+
Countries placed in, including in every continent
98%
Repeat business from clients we have placed with
85%
Of roles completed with 60 Days of brief
Specialists, Not Volume Recruiters
GRTS was created to be a streamlined, highly effective recruitment partner – not a high-volume agency. We stay intentionally lean so we can focus on quality, precision and impact for a select group of clients.
Why Industry Leaders Hire With GR Talent Solutions
I have had the pleasure of working with Ben for several years to identify candidates for key positions around the globe. I truly appreciate how well he understands our expectations regarding candidates' qualifications, experience, and personality, and how effectively he incorporates these criteria into his search. To date, I have successfully hired several individuals with Ben's assistance, and I have gained some of my best team members through his efforts. I am grateful for Ben's patience and perseverance in finding candidates for challenging vacancies.
Johann-Christian Behr
Managing Director
I had the pleasure of working with Ben to during a career transformation and renewal. His approach was extremely professional, well structured and transparent. End of the day, we achieved an excellent result and I am happy to recommend Ben as a business partner.
Markku Eronen
SVP Logistics
Ben’s unmatched ability to connect the right candidates with the right roles sets him apart.
Gerald Huiras
Business Director, Screening
I had the opportunity to work with Ben during a recent recruitment process, and I was genuinely impressed by his solution-oriented approach.
Kari Uusitalo
VP Drivetrains
Ben did a great job. We had to fill two MD positions in different countries, which has been really successful as Ben has been on it during the complete process and had perfectly understood the requirements of the job profile as well as our culture. It was fantastic to work together with Ben, what we will definitely repeat at next opportunity.
Bjoern Ischebeck
Managing Director
Ben is a natural recruiter and deal-maker with a great ability to bring clients and executives together with the best fit. I had the pleasure of working with Ben as he placed me with my most recent organization. Ben was transparent, honest, prompt with communications and well-informed throughout the process. He understood that he was a pivotal piece in the puzzle putting the deal together. And he's a good guy to boot. These abilities coupled with Ben's highly professional approach make him a great asset to any organization.
Steve Cianci
VP Americas Distribution
"Dear Ben, Thanks for the great support you gave to HAZEMAG over the past years in recruiting high profile candidates for different positions in management as well as in engineering. Rgd Marcus "
Marcus Heinrich
CEO
"When you work with Neil on recruitment, you can trust that he will deliver on what he says he will do. Neil worked with us on a crucial sales role in the Mining Technology space. His knowledge of this relatively niche sector appears to be excellent. Neil took the time to understand our business, provided regular updates, identified some excellent candidates, and was very easy to work with throughout. I appreciate you being flexible with working across three (!) different time zones. I'd happily work with Neil again."
Michelle Veitch
HR Busines Partner
Neil Watts is an extremely talented and gifted recruiter. He is extremely thorough, well prepared, and exceptional in his craft. He listens well and works to find the best match between the company he's an agent for and the people he puts forth for consideration for the openings he's engaged with. As someone Neil recruited for an opportunity, I was so impressed with the outstanding communication he provided me - and appreciated that he truly cared both about my interests and those of the company. I would highly recommend Neil for any company looking to fill leadership positions within their organization.
Jon Jensen
Head of Rail
I enjoyed working with Ben during my career change. He was professional, clear, and kept in touch throughout the process. Thanks to his support, we got great results, and I’m happy to recommend him. It was a pleasure working with him.
Serhij Jolkin
Head of Cement Sales
"Neil did a great job finding a candidate for me. He understood my specific and particular requirements and brought a range of candidates that fit well provided a great contrast for evaluation. He kept all parties informed throughout and I could not be happier with the end result."
James Moncrieff
General Manager, EMEA
You meet many individuals within the industry and I’m happy to say “I’ve had the privilege of working with Ben Robinson” His attention to detail, follow-up and finding the right candidates are beyond the industry standards. Ben’s communication made it an easy decision for both the candidate and employer. I highly recommend Ben for any future recruitment needs!
Chris Bliven
U.S Sales Director
"Ben has supported me with recruiting assignments over the years and has delivered on every single one of them. He is so professional and easy to work with whilst at the same time striving for high quality delivery on assignments. I particularly like how he adds specific competence to the industry knowledge of these assignments and what he doesn't know, he gets up to speed with at an impressive rate."
Joanna Clark
VP Human Resources
Excellent service! Ben is involved and makes himself available for all possible questions during the entire process making sure any decision is done in complete awareness. Highly recommended.
Gabriel Bordeianu
Director, TBM Segment
I had the pleasure of working with Ben on a recent executive search process in South America. Despite being based in the UK, he demonstrated an excellent understanding of the local market dynamics, communicated seamlessly throughout the process, and ensured that both cultural and business expectations were met. The entire search was conducted in English, which made the collaboration clear and effective, and the outcome was highly successful. I would not hesitate to recommend Ben for similar projects in the region.
Jenny Pena
Director, Latin AMerica
I had the pleasure of working with Neil Watts from GRTS and, and I can confidently say that he is an outstanding recruiter in the mining, minerals and machinery sector. He was incredibly efficient and speedy, ensuring we were kept updated throughout the entire process. The quality of candidates he provided was exceptional, each one perfectly suited to our needs. Neil's professionalism and dedication made the entire experience seamless and stress-free. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking top-tier recruitment services.
Tas Mohamd
CEO
" had the pleasure of working with Ben to fill three key positions for my team at STEINERT, and I couldn’t be more satisfied with the entire process. From the first conversation, it was clear that he understands not only the technical requirements of each role but also the cultural fit and strategic needs of a growing organization. His ability to source high-caliber candidates, move quickly without sacrificing quality, and keep communication clear and proactive made the collaboration exceptionally smooth.
Patricio Guillot
Global Mining Director
I have had the privilege of working with Ben Robinson from GRTS and can confidently say he is someone you can trust to deliver. Ben has a deep understanding of the mining industry, which clearly shows in the quality of his work and the candidates he brings forward. He is highly professional, extremely helpful, and genuinely easy to work with. I would not hesitate to recommend Ben to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and reliable headhunter in the mining business
Pia Mutanen
Global HR Director
Neil has a solid understanding of the industry and displays a strong ability to match candidates with roles that align with their professional and personal ambitions. Throughout the process he was well organized, communicated effectively, and advocated on my behalf with the utmost professionalism. If you are considering a career move, I highly recommend connecting with Neil.
Michael Schiefer
Area Sales Manager
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