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Candidate Connect

Candidate Connect is a South African executive search and recruitment firm founded in 2000 and headquartered in Cape Town, focused on helping organizations appoint CEOs, C suite leaders and senior functional heads who can drive growth and transformation. The firm specializes in retained executive search and also delivers contingency recruitment and project based recruitment, offering a research led, transparent and partnership oriented model that bridges the gap between traditional executive search and contingency sourcing. Its core sector strengths span Financial Markets, FMCG and Manufacturing, and Renewable Energy. In Financial Markets, Candidate Connect has deep experience across asset management and investment banking, including corporate finance, private equity and specialized finance, providing clients with rigorous market mapping and access to scarce skills. In FMCG, Manufacturing, Retail and broader industrial environments, the team delivers executive and senior leadership appointments across finance, operations, commercial and strategy. In Renewable Energy, they support IPP, EPC and private equity backed platforms in wind, solar, storage and hybrid technologies, regularly sourcing talent in finance (including project finance and transactions), asset management, site management, legal, HR, ED, SED and strategy. Every assignment benefits from structured research, targeted outreach to passive talent, rigorous interview screening, capability and culture assessment, and calibrated shortlists aligned to client context and purpose. Comprehensive checks, including credit, criminal, reference and academic verifications, are performed to client specification. Their database and networks comprise highly qualified, mobile professionals, many of whom have journeyed from candidates to clients over the years, reinforcing a relationship driven approach. Much of the firm’s work is confidential at executive and senior levels, with active search running behind the scenes while inviting high caliber candidates to connect for future opportunities. Rooted in South Africa yet active on select cross border mandates, Candidate Connect is known for professionalism, service, transparency and delivery, saving clients time and reducing hiring risk through a fair, accessible and outcomes focused search process.

Exec Search & Interim MgmtPermanent RecruitmentSOW/ProjectsBankingInsuranceInvestment ManagementIndustrial AutomationOil & GasRenewable Energy

HQCape Town, South Africa

DBU Outsource

Founded in 1999, DBU Outsource is a South African provider of specialised and general outsourced cleaning, labour, and upkeep solutions serving a wide range of business environments. Backed by more than 25 years of hands-on industry experience, the company combines trained teams, personal management involvement, and rigorous health and safety standards to deliver reliable outcomes that let clients focus on their core operations. Originally established as a contract cleaning business, DBU Outsource has expanded into a comprehensive service partner offering sanitary hygiene, garden and landscaping services, difficult once-off projects, labour brokering, a corporate delivery service, and full-facility management support. Its cleaning capability spans roof and solar panel cleaning, sidewall and cladding, high level warehouse cleaning, specialist window cleaning with abseiling, petrol station canopy cleaning, natural disaster clean-ups after fire or flood, post-construction and pre-occupation cleaning, floor detailing and strip and seal across all floor types, and high-pressure cleaning, with certified machinery and chemicals, MSDS documentation, and relevant licences supplied. The Labour Solutions division provides adaptable and flexible outsourced labour with well-trained and supervised staff, effective cost management, and scalable deployment aligned to production peaks or seasonal demand. The Upkeep division focuses on exterior presentation to enhance commercial image and create welcoming spaces for employees, clients, and visitors, integrating grounds maintenance with broader site care. DBU is fully BEE compliant and owned and managed by industry veterans Zandile Dlamini and Andrew Blakeway, who together bring decades of expertise in contract cleaning, outsourced labour, and service provision. Continuous on-the-job training underpins consistent quality, security, and confidentiality, while transparent communication and quick action and reaction support long-term partnerships. From factories, warehouses, petrol forecourts, and offices to retail and commercial properties, DBU Outsource delivers tailored solutions designed around each site and schedule.

Temporary StaffingContract StaffingSOW/ProjectsResidential DevelopmentCommercial Real EstateConstructionElectrical EngineeringIndustrial AutomationFashion & Apparel

Mining Gig

Mining Gig is a South Africa focused hiring platform dedicated exclusively to the mining sector, helping employers reach qualified talent and helping job seekers discover roles across mines, plants, and projects. Built for the realities of the resources industry, the site concentrates all activity around mining job categories, from artisans, operators, and maintenance crews to engineers, geologists, metallurgists, safety professionals, project controllers, and the white collar functions that support mining operations such as finance, HR, and IT. Employers can quickly create an account, build a compelling job post using Mining Gig guidance and templates, and select simple, transparent pricing options that keep listings live for 30 days. Each post benefits from targeted visibility on mininggig.com, LinkedIn sharing, distribution to a partner network, and automated email alerts that surface vacancies to relevant candidates, increasing reach without adding steps to a lean hiring workflow. The experience is designed to be easy and predictable, with the team providing practical guidance throughout the process and regular updates so hiring managers can track progress. Job seekers create a free profile outlining experience, certifications, and role preferences, then receive mining job alerts and can apply directly to employers. The site also offers educational content and resources that help both sides write stronger postings and make better career decisions. Trusted by mining companies, Mining Gig focuses on getting better candidates in front of hiring teams faster, whether the requirement is for permanent headcount, contractor specialists, or short term site support. By combining niche audience focus, clear pricing, and distribution that amplifies every post, Mining Gig delivers a mining first approach to talent attraction that aligns with the pace, compliance needs, and skills mix of South African mining.

Permanent RecruitmentTemporary StaffingContract StaffingOil & GasRenewable EnergyMiningUtilitiesEngineeringConstruction & Skilled Trades

Live Wire Recruitment Consultants

Live Wire Recruitment Consultants is a South African specialist recruiter focused on permanent site, technical, and engineering professionals, serving clients across South Africa, Africa, and worldwide from its base in Ballito, KwaZulu-Natal. With over 15 years of experience, its consultants partner with blue chip engineering, construction, mining, and consultancy organizations to deliver tailored talent solutions across the full project life cycle, from feasibility and design through construction, commissioning, start up, operations, maintenance, and de commissioning. The firm combines deep discipline specific market knowledge with an extensive network and web based search capability to identify, engage, and secure scarce skills. Live Wire delivers three complementary services: permanent recruitment for technical and professional roles, executive search and targeted headhunting for leadership and niche specialists, and end to end recruitment process solutions that cover advertising and campaign management, proactive sourcing, pre interviews, reference and criminal checks, interview management, offer negotiation, and management reporting. Clients benefit from consultative market, salary, and rate advice, a single point of contact through appointed account managers, transparent reporting, and fast response times. The team has nationwide and international delivery capability and operates to high ethical standards, offering a money back guarantee on fees should a permanent placement leave within the first three months, subject to conditions. Whether building engineering and construction project teams or appointing senior technical leaders, Live Wire focuses on accuracy of fit, cultural alignment, and long term retention, providing a hassle free recruitment experience for both clients and candidates.

Permanent RecruitmentExec Search & Interim MgmtRPOAutomotiveAerospaceDefenseArchitectureInterior DesignOil & Gas

HQBallito, South Africa

Benclo Talent Acquisition Specialists

Benclo Talent Acquisition Specialists is a South African recruitment partner focused on helping employers build high performing teams through strategic, thoughtful, and impactful hiring. With over three decades of experience, the firm supports both organizations and career seekers through a clear, service led approach that includes a visible pipeline of top available candidates, a structured job opportunities portal, and practical tips and advice to prepare for interviews and career moves. Benclo showcases deep understanding of talent needs across the fashion, apparel, footwear, retail, and consumer goods ecosystem, as well as the adjacent manufacturing and supply chain that enable these sectors. Recent featured candidates highlight breadth and depth: Group Financial Director and Chief Financial Officer profiles with board and EXCO exposure, brand and sales executives with range building and merchandising leadership, retail planners with experience at leading global brands, and highly skilled technical specialists such as garment technologists and Lectra pattern makers, alongside strong administrative and sales support talent. These profiles, available primarily in hubs like Johannesburg and Durban, underscore Benclo's ability to deliver both critical executive appointments and hard to find specialist skills central to product development, planning, pricing, merchandising, and operational excellence. For employers, Benclo aligns each mandate with long term business goals, emphasizing stakeholder engagement, cultural fit, and the capability to scale teams sustainably. For candidates, the firm provides transparent guidance, from CV submission and interview readiness to role matching across senior leadership, commercial, planning, and technical disciplines. Whether clients need to accelerate a leadership transition, strengthen finance oversight, professionalize planning, or elevate product and quality assurance through pattern and garment technology expertise, Benclo brings market knowledge, sector networks, and a pragmatic process designed to deliver timely, high quality placements that stick.

Permanent RecruitmentExec Search & Interim MgmtTemporary StaffingFashion & ApparelFood & BeverageConsumer ElectronicsConsumer Goods ManufacturingIndustrial MachineryChemical Manufacturing

HEINIT Staffing Solutions

Founded in 2019 in Cape Town, HEINIT Staffing Solutions is a South African recruitment and staff outsourcing partner focused on delivering practical, flexible workforce solutions that improve productivity and reduce risk for employers. The company provides temporary, contract and permanent staffing supported by executive search, payroll management, and HR and IR consulting, complemented by background verification, occupational medicals, and PPE and uniform sourcing to ensure end to end compliance. Leveraging a database of over 25,000 active participants, HEINIT supplies general workers, semi skilled labor, warehouse and production staff, administrative personnel, skilled artisans and professionals, and manages large scale deployments for projects, shutdowns and seasonal peaks. Its permanent recruitment service combines targeted advertising, headhunting and talent acquisition with structured interviews, reference checks and qualification verification, and includes a 60 day placement guarantee. For outsourced and contingent workforces, HEINIT assumes full statutory administration and payments, including UIF, SDL, WCA and provident fund contributions, bargaining council levies, garnishee orders and travel allowances, paying the workforce directly and invoicing clients only for contracted labor. HR and IR specialists provide free advisory support, chair and oversee disciplinary hearings, manage wage negotiations with unions and bargaining councils, and assist with conciliation and arbitration at the CCMA and relevant councils. A dedicated payroll team integrates with leading software to run weekly, fortnightly or monthly cycles, minimizing pay queries that often harm workplace culture. HEINIT serves sectors such as warehousing, retail and hospitality, automotive and logistics, civils and building, power generation and engineering, and petrochemical and construction. Job seekers engage through a cloud based registration platform to upload CVs, while clients access a single point of contact for responsive, high quality service designed to eliminate staffing headaches and secure the best candidates in the market.

Permanent RecruitmentTemporary StaffingExec Search & Interim MgmtAutomotiveAerospaceDefenseTruckingWarehousingDistribution

Eco Staffing Solutions (Pty) Ltd

Eco Staffing Solutions (Pty) Ltd is a South African recruitment partner established in 2014 and backed by more than 20 years of hands-on industry experience. The firm focuses on connecting top talent with leading organizations across the country through a personalized, relationship-driven approach that goes beyond simply filling vacancies. By taking time to understand each clients culture, team dynamics, and role requirements, Eco Staffing Solutions manages the full recruitment lifecycle with care and precision, from scoping and advertising to screening, interviewing, shortlisting, reference checking, offer management, and onboarding support. The agency is active across multiple sectors with particular strength in manufacturing and engineering, industrial equipment and lifting solutions, mining supply chains, logistics and material handling, and select technology roles. Typical mandates include sales executives and sales engineers, branch managers, contract managers, internal sales specialists, project engineers in mechanical, chemical, and metallurgical disciplines, welding inspectors, and early career IT professionals such as junior Java developers for fixed term projects. Whether clients need to make a single critical hire or scale an entire team, the firm delivers a streamlined, results-driven process designed to secure the right fit the first time. Candidates benefit from respectful communication, practical feedback, and access to a broad employer network by submitting a CV, ensuring they are supported at every step of the hiring journey. Guided by persistence, professionalism, and a commitment to excellence, Eco Staffing Solutions stays current with industry trends through ongoing training and networking, enabling responsive delivery across permanent, contract, and temporary requirements. The outcome is a dependable, high-touch service that consistently aligns business goals with career aspirations and builds long-term success for both employers and job seekers throughout South Africa.

Permanent RecruitmentContract StaffingTemporary StaffingAutomotiveAerospaceDefenseTelecomSupply Chain ManagementFreight Forwarding

HQBenoni, South Africa

Prime Find Recruitment Services

Prime Find Recruitment Services is a South African recruitment agency focused on delivering quality placements and long term hiring success for employers nationwide, supporting clients from Johannesburg to Cape Town, Durban and beyond. The firm connects businesses with top talent by managing the full recruitment lifecycle, from targeted sourcing and rigorous screening to structured interviewing and seamless placement coordination. Its service portfolio combines permanent placements for critical, hard to fill, and growth roles with specialist executive search for senior leadership and scarce skill appointments, complemented by value added support such as disability placements, comprehensive background checks, and final interview support to help hiring teams select with confidence. Prime Find operates across a broad set of functions and sectors, with particular strength in information technology and tech, financial services and accounting, insurance, legal and compliance, logistics and supply chain, manufacturing, trades and engineering, business support and administration, retail and FMCG, sales and marketing, and human resources. Whether the brief calls for dependable blue collar workers, experienced white collar professionals, or executive level leaders, the team leverages deep market knowledge, a curated candidate database, and a consultative approach to align each hire with the client’s operational goals, culture, and performance expectations. Guided by a mission centered on integrity, efficiency, and excellence, the agency emphasizes fast, tailored solutions without compromising fit or retention, reinforcing its commitment to building high performing teams that drive measurable business outcomes. Based in Durban and serving companies across South Africa, Prime Find partners closely with employers and candidates alike, providing clear communication, expectations management, and support throughout the process to ensure a smooth experience and durable results.

Permanent RecruitmentExec Search & Interim MgmtSOW/ProjectsSoftware DevelopmentCybersecurityData ScienceAutomotiveAerospaceDefense

HQDurban, South Africa

Schlemmer & Associates

Schlemmer & Associates is a South African recruitment agency based in Durban North that delivers practical, end to end hiring solutions for employers and job seekers across KwaZulu Natal, Gauteng, and the Western Cape. Positioning itself as recruitment specialists, the firm supports a wide mix of functions and industries, reflected in its active vacancy board that features roles in manufacturing and engineering such as instrumentation technicians, factory planners, production planning and quality, finance and accounting including debtors clerks and financial accountants, and media, marketing and communications spanning digital media heads, social media managers, copywriters and account managers in advertising and agency environments. Additional coverage includes supply chain, procurement, logistics, human resources, legal, IT, and software development, as well as opportunities within FMCG and renewable energy. Schlemmer & Associates manages permanent recruitment alongside fixed term and contract assignments and also facilitates freelance and part time engagements, giving clients flexible options to scale teams while maintaining standards and budget control. Consultants guide each search from role scoping and targeted sourcing to screening, interviewing, shortlisting and offer management, with a consistent focus on culture fit, candidate care and speed to hire. Candidates benefit from clear job filters by category, location and type, a South Africa focused CV template download, and practical resources that cover interview questions, employability and workplace skills. The agency operates with transparent communication and respect for data privacy and POPIA requirements, aiming to build long term relationships through responsiveness and local market insight. Whether supporting a manufacturer in need of technical artisans, a consumer brand expanding procurement and supply chain capacity, a digital agency seeking proven creatives, or a finance team adding reliable accounting support, Schlemmer & Associates provides curated shortlists and attentive follow through, combining efficient process with a human centered approach to talent acquisition.

Permanent RecruitmentContract StaffingTemporary StaffingAutomotiveAerospaceDefenseBroadcastingPublishingOnline Media

SECTOR HR & RECRUITMENT

Sector HR & Recruitment is a people focused talent partner that blends recruitment expertise with practical HR solutions to help organizations build stronger, high performing teams. With over 15 years of experience, the firm delivers high caliber talent across engineering, manufacturing, production and trades, technology, FMCG, and building and construction, supporting clients with a global reach and local insight so projects are delivered on time and within budget. Its consultative approach begins with understanding each role, business objective, and culture, then applying tailored strategies that combine targeted sourcing, rigorous screening, and stakeholder alignment throughout the full hiring life cycle. Beyond recruitment, Sector HR & Recruitment supports core HR functions such as training, compliance, and employee relations, and has helped clients implement clear HR systems and structures that drive consistency, scalability, and organizational wellbeing. The firm is active across specialist environments including EPCM, logistics and supply chain, renewable energy, oil and gas, IT, and field services, while also serving private sector enterprises, finance, healthcare, and public sector organizations. Delivery spans permanent appointments, contract and project based staffing, and leadership and management placements, supported by international mobility expertise, including end to end relocation coordination for in demand technical talent. Client testimonials highlight professionalism, speed, and quality, while candidates commend the team for sharpening CVs and providing career guidance. Typical mandates range from mechanical design engineers and millwrights to HR specialists and management roles, reflecting the companys balanced capability across white collar, blue collar, and executive profiles. Sector HR & Recruitment applies disciplined process, sector knowledge, and a client first mindset to reduce time to hire, improve retention, and align teams to business goals, offering 360 degree service from initial brief to onboarding and ongoing HR support.

Permanent RecruitmentContract StaffingExec Search & Interim MgmtAutomotiveAerospaceDefenseInterior DesignSoftware DevelopmentCybersecurity

HQCape Town, South Africa

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