Recruiters don't give up easily

I was recently inspired by this blog, written by an Australian that is passionate about both graphic design and screwing with people. So when I received another unsolicited, unwanted, vague, time-wasting email from a recruiter via LinkedIn, I took the time to respond to him in a way that would afford me a break from the monotony of engineering.

I would love to discuss further, but the recruiter is urgently awaiting my immediate reply for a job that has been posted for the last four months. Urgently posted.


On 08/24/11 2:19 AM, Marny P. wrote:
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Hi Michael,

Urgent Requirement

I have been engaged on a search for a Sr. Geotechnical Eng. (CANADA).
Let me know your thoughts. I would be happy to chat and relay more information if it would be helpful

Thanks
Marny


On 08/24/11 4:50 AM, Michael Diez d'Aux wrote:
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CANADA, eh? I also live in CANADA. What luck! I'm in SCARBOROUGH. How long would the commute be?

What I'm thinking is: hm, I'd like to know more about the search for a Sr. Geotechnical Eng. For example, how many yrs. of exp. will the pos. require? I am not a Sr., but my hip does hurt when it rains sometimes. I also like to jg. though, so it might hurt from that too. I am an Eng. though, which is good. I also speak Eng., and when I play snooker I like to give the ball a little of the ol' Eng.

You may not be aware, but Geotechnical can be shortened to Geotech. I understand that recruit. consult. don't have time for the leisurely activity of composing emails completely based on the rules of Eng., so perhaps you can use that teq. in the future.

Kindest regards,
Michael


On 08/24/11 5:02 AM, Marny P. wrote:
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Hi Michael,

Thanks for your reply.

Here is the high level details for Senior Geotechnical Engineer in Saskatchewan, CANADA

This talented professional must have ...

- Masters degree in Engineering/P.Eng status or eligible for P.Eng. in Western Canada
- 5-15 years experience in geotechnical investigations and in the design of foundations, slope stability solutions, retaining structures, roads, sub-divisions, etc.
- Must be an excellent report writer and have strong, proven written and verbal communication skills
- Experience leading and dealing directly with design teams, clients and approval agencies
- Experience with construction and contract administration
- Experience with AutoCAD, Land Desktop, Civil 3D, MS Office

Let me know your thoughts. I would be happy to chat and relay more information if it would be helpful

Also send me your most recent update resume.

Best regards,

Marny
Senior Research Specialist


On 08/24/11 6:05 AM, Michael Diez d'Aux wrote:
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Hi Marny,

Thanks for the quick response.

It says here that we've done business together at Enlightenment99 (FKA SHSCPL), but I don't recall that. Will my insensitivity and forgetfulness in matters of business affect my chances of landing this job in Saskatchewan CANADA?

I don't currently have an updated resume, but I can tell you that I am very handy with engineering.

It also says that I should have between 5-15 years of experience. I have 4.5 years. Will that be enough to compete with people of 15 years experience? I like to think that it will.

Kind regards,
Michael

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Hi Michael,

Please send me your best time and number to reach you as this will help me to discuss the role in detail.

Looking for your immediately reply.

Cheers!

- Marny