Randstad Jobs Scraper

Scrape job listings from Randstad.com, the global staffing and recruitment leader. This Apify actor automatically extracts comprehensive job data including positions, locations, salaries, and descriptions from Randstad's extensive international job database.

🌟 What is Randstad?

Randstad is the global leader in HR services, connecting people and organizations worldwide. With operations in 39 countries and over 4,700 branches, Randstad provides workforce solutions including temporary staffing, permanent placement, and HR consulting across all industries and sectors.

🚀 Key Features

• ⚡ High-Performance Scraping: Optimized for speed and efficiency with minimal resource usage
• 🎯 Complete Job Data Extraction: Captures all essential job details including title, location, salary, contract type, posting date, and full descriptions
• 🔍 Flexible Search Capabilities: Search by keywords, locations, or specific job categories across France
• 📄 Intelligent Pagination: Automatically navigates through multiple result pages
• 🛡️ Reliable Data Collection: Built-in mechanisms to handle rate limits and ensure consistent scraping
• 📊 Clean Structured Output: Delivers data in standardized JSON format for easy analysis and integration
• 🌐 Proxy Integration: Supports proxy configurations for enhanced reliability
• 📈 Scalable Architecture: Designed for both small searches and large-scale job market analysis

📋 Input Parameters

Configure your job search with these parameters:

Parameter	Type	Description	Default	Required
keyword	string	Job title, skill, or keyword to search for (e.g., "software engineer", "chef de projet", "data analyst")	-	No
location	string	Geographic location filter (e.g., "Paris", "Lyon", "Marseille")	-	No
category	string	Job sector or category filter	-	No
startUrl / url / startUrls	string/array	Direct Randstad search URL(s) to begin scraping from	-	No
results_wanted	integer	Maximum number of job listings to collect (1-10000)	100	No
max_pages	integer	Maximum number of search result pages to process	20	No
collectDetails	boolean	Whether to scrape full job descriptions from detail pages	true	No
proxyConfiguration	object	Proxy settings for improved scraping reliability	Apify Proxy	No

Input Examples

Basic Job Search

{
  "keyword": "développeur web",
  "location": "Paris",
  "results_wanted": 50
}

Advanced Configuration with Proxy

{
  "startUrls": ["https://www.randstad.com/jobs/"],
  "collectDetails": true,
  "max_pages": 10,
  "proxyConfiguration": {
    "useApifyProxy": true,
    "apifyProxyGroups": ["RESIDENTIAL"]
  }
}

Targeted Industry Search

{
  "keyword": "infirmier",
  "location": "Lyon",
  "category": "santé",
  "results_wanted": 200,
  "collectDetails": true
}

📊 Output Data Structure

Each job listing is returned as a structured JSON object:

{
  "title": "Software Engineer H/F",
  "company": "Randstad",
  "location": "Paris, Île-de-France",
  "salary": "45 000 € / an",
  "contract_type": "CDI",
  "date_posted": "20/11/2025",
  "description_html": "<p>Detailed job description with requirements...</p>",
  "description_text": "Plain text version of the complete job description...",
  "url": "https://www.randstad.com/jobs/software-engineer-london_uk_12345.html"
}

Field Descriptions

• title: Job position title
• company: Always "Randstad" (the staffing agency)
• location: Job location worldwide (city, region, country)
• salary: Compensation information when available
• contract_type: Employment type (CDI, CDD, Intérim, etc.)
• date_posted: Publication date of the job posting
• description_html: Full job description with HTML formatting
• description_text: Plain text version for easy processing
• url: Direct link to the job posting on Randstad.com

🛠️ Usage Guide

Running on Apify Platform

1. Create a New Task: Go to your Apify account and create a new task
2. Select Actor: Search for "Randstad Jobs Scraper" and select this actor
3. Configure Input: Enter your search parameters using the form or JSON editor
4. Run Task: Click "Run" to start the scraping process
5. Download Results: Once complete, download your data in JSON, CSV, or other formats

API Integration

Use the Apify API for programmatic access:

curl -X POST https://api.apify.com/v2/acts/your-actor-id/runs \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_TOKEN" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -d '{
    "keyword": "commercial",
    "location": "Bordeaux",
    "results_wanted": 100,
    "collectDetails": true
  }'

Webhook Integration

Set up webhooks to automatically receive results when scraping completes:

{
  "webhookUrl": "https://your-app.com/webhook",
  "webhookMethod": "POST"
}

⚙️ Configuration & Best Practices

Memory & Performance

• Recommended Memory: 4GB for optimal performance
• Concurrent Processing: Handles multiple pages simultaneously for faster results
• Rate Limiting: Built-in delays prevent blocking and ensure reliable operation

Optimization Tips

• Targeted Searches: Use specific keywords and locations for better results
• Result Limits: Set reasonable results_wanted to balance speed and data volume
• Detail Collection: Enable collectDetails for comprehensive job information
• Proxy Usage: Always use proxy configuration for production scraping
• Scheduling: Run during off-peak hours for best performance

Cost Optimization

• Free Tier: Suitable for small searches (up to 100 jobs)
• Pay-as-you-go: Scales with usage for larger datasets
• Data Storage: Results stored securely in your Apify account

🔧 Troubleshooting

Common Issues & Solutions

Issue	Cause	Solution
No results found	Search terms too specific	Try broader keywords or different locations
Incomplete descriptions	collectDetails disabled	Enable collectDetails for full job info
Rate limiting errors	Too many requests	Use proxy configuration and reduce concurrency
Timeout errors	Large result sets	Decrease results_wanted or increase memory
Location not found	Spelling or format issues	Use standard French city names

Error Messages

• "No job links found": Check your search parameters and try different keywords
• "Detail page failed": Temporary site issue; the actor will retry automatically
• "Proxy required": Enable proxy configuration for better reliability

📈 Use Cases & Applications

Recruitment & HR

• Talent Acquisition: Find candidates for specific roles across France
• Market Research: Analyze job market trends and salary ranges
• Competitive Intelligence: Monitor competitor hiring patterns

Job Seekers

• Personal Job Search: Aggregate jobs from Randstad's extensive database
• Career Planning: Research salary trends and job availability by region

Data Analysis

• Economic Research: Study employment trends in different sectors
• Business Intelligence: Analyze hiring patterns by company and industry

Integration Examples

• CRM Systems: Import job data into recruitment software
• Job Boards: Sync with other job platforms
• Analytics Tools: Feed data into BI dashboards

📊 Data Quality & Limitations

Data Freshness

• Real-time Updates: Scrapes current live data from Randstad.com
• Update Frequency: Jobs are updated as they appear on the site

Coverage

• Comprehensive: Covers all job categories and contract types
• Geographic: All French regions and major cities
• Language: Primarily French job listings

Limitations

• Site Dependency: Relies on Randstad.com website structure
• Rate Limits: Subject to website restrictions
• Data Availability: Only includes jobs currently posted on Randstad

🔒 Legal & Compliance

Terms of Service

• Review Randstad's terms before large-scale scraping
• Respect robots.txt and website policies
• Use for legitimate business and research purposes

Data Protection

• Comply with French data protection regulations (RGPD)
• Handle personal data responsibly
• Use scraped data in accordance with applicable laws

🤝 Support & Resources

Getting Help

• Apify Community: Join discussions and get help from other users
• Documentation: Check Apify's official documentation
• Support: Contact Apify support for technical issues

Related Resources

• Randstad Global Official Website
• Apify Platform Documentation
• Apify Community Forum

Version History

• v1.0.0: Initial release with full Randstad.com scraping capabilities

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Last updated: November 2025