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Energy, Mining & Infrastructure Recruitment

Robert Walters Connects Africa's leading Energy, Mining & Infrastructure organisations with exceptional talent that drives growth, innovation, and project success.

Delivering Energy, Mining & Infrastructure talent that fulfils business potential

Focused on the Energy, Mining & Infrastructure sectors across Africa, we help organisations attract and secure exceptional talent. From technical specialists and operational leaders to project management and executive professionals, we connect businesses with individuals who drive progress, performance, and sustainable growth.

Our consultative approach enables us to gain a thorough understanding of each client's operational, commercial, and strategic hiring needs. Through our extensive network and deep market knowledge, we identify and engage professionals who bring the expertise, leadership, and innovation required to thrive in today's evolving industries.

We recognise the critical role that the Energy, Mining & Infrastructure sectors play in Africa's economic development. By partnering with leading employers and high-calibre professionals, we support the successful delivery of transformative projects that create lasting value and impact across the continent.

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Secure top talent for your next hire

Let us connect you with the talent that can take your business forward. 

Meet your expert Energy, Mining & Infrastructure recruiters

Samantha-Jane  Gravett

Samantha-Jane Gravett

Director Africa

Samantha - Africa business Director, leads with excellence, by leveraging her over 15 years of recruitment experience. She actively engages as a hands-on recruiter, delivering technology-led talent solutions and serving as a trusted advisor to clients and candidates.

Kim  Kairuz

Kim Kairuz

Managing Consultant - West & North Africa

Kim is a Managing Consultant Recruitment Professional on the West & North African Team at Robert Walters Africa,. She specialises in senior-level and C-suite recruitment across the West, North, and Central African regions.

Laetitia  Mangala

Laetitia Mangala

Managing Consultant - East & Indian Oceans Africa

Laetitia, our bilingual Managing Consultant excels in cultivating client relationships and identifying top candidates in East Africa for companies.

Ngoni  Mupanomunda

Ngoni Mupanomunda

Senior Consultant - East Africa & Indian Ocean Islands Africa

Ngoni has extensive recruitment experience across the East  and North African region and has built strong relationships with a diverse range of clients and candidates alike.

Johnicia Mutombo

Johnicia Mutombo

Consultant- West & North Africa

Johnicia is a Recruitment Consultant supporting clients across West and North Africa. Fluent in French and English, he leverages regional expertise to deliver successful hiring outcomes.

Ludovic Antonio

Ludovic Antonio

Consultant- West & North Africa

Ludovic is a Recruitment Consultant supporting clients across African and European markets. Fluent in French and English, he leverages deep market expertise and a relationship-driven approach to deliver successful hiring outcomes.

Our track record

  • 43k

    Professionals we help start their next chapter

  • 11k

    Organisations who we help acquire talent

  • 85%

    Of professionals refer us to a friend

  • 90%

    Of organisations recruit more than one role through us

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Testimonials

Read what our clients' and candidates have to say.

Robert Walters Africa is our exclusive recruitment partner. In a complex, fast‑evolving talent market, they stand out for their deep industry expertise, global reach, and consistent professionalism. Their ability to listen, adapt, and deliver results sets them apart.

Trevor Munsamy
Next Biosciences
Head Of HR
Client
Krunch It

We believe strongly in the future of Africa, and Robert Walters has been an important partner in helping us bridge opportunity and innovation across the markets where we serve. What has stood out most is that the Robert Walters team have gone beyond being a recruitment vendor. They have acted as a true strategic partner by leveraging their network and relationships across Africa to help strengthen our team as we scale.

Will Ward
Krunch It
Founder and CEO
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Anglo American

Robert Walters was a pleasure to work with, bringing a highly professional and personal approach to the recruitment process. The team took the time to gain a deep understanding of our team dynamics, culture, and requirements beyond technical capability alone. Communication throughout was clear, responsive, and considered, with thoughtful insight and practical advice at every stage. The support provided by Robert Walters felt like a genuine partnership, and the calibre of candidates appointed has delivered a positive and lasting impact on our legal team.

Mandisa Buthelezi
Anglo American
Legal Manager
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Global Financial Services Company - Project RPO

I want to thank the entire Robert Walters team - your services have been so helpful in terms of finding us candidates for our new hire classes, and I appreciate all that you do for us!

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FAQs

  • What Energy, Mining & Infrastructure roles do we recruit for?

    We recruit across the full Energy, Mining & Infrastructure value chain, partnering with organisations to source high-calibre talent for both operational and leadership positions. Our expertise covers operations, project management, engineering, technical services, maintenance, HSE, supply chain, procurement, commercial management, and executive leadership roles. We also specialise in recruiting niche technical professionals for hard-to-fill positions across mining, renewable energy, power, utilities, construction, and large-scale infrastructure projects.

    Through our extensive industry networks, market insight, and tailored recruitment approach, we connect businesses with professionals who drive productivity, support growth, and deliver sustainable success.

  • What types of organisations do we work with?

    We partner with a diverse range of organisations across the Energy, Mining & Infrastructure sectors, helping them secure the specialist talent needed to achieve their business objectives. Our clients include mining houses, energy producers, infrastructure developers, EPC contractors, engineering consultancies, utilities, and government-linked entities. We support organisations of all sizes, from emerging businesses and project developers to multinational corporations operating across Africa and internationally.

    By combining deep sector knowledge with extensive talent networks, we deliver tailored recruitment solutions that address critical skills shortages, strengthen workforce capability, and support long-term operational success and sustainable growth.

  • What makes our Energy, Mining & Infrastructure recruitment service different?

    Our deep understanding of the African market, combined with extensive sector expertise and a consultative recruitment approach, enables us to deliver talent solutions that create lasting value for our clients. We take the time to understand each organisation’s unique challenges, culture, and workforce requirements to ensure the right fit for every role.

    By leveraging our industry knowledge, market intelligence, and established talent networks, we help businesses secure professionals who align with their operational, commercial, and strategic objectives. This tailored approach supports workforce growth, improves hiring outcomes, and contributes to long-term organisational success and sustainability.

  • How can you start working with our recruitment team?

    Getting started is simple. Contact our specialist Energy, Mining & Infrastructure recruitment consultants to discuss your hiring requirements and current vacancies. We take the time to understand your organisation, culture, technical needs, and business objectives, ensuring we deliver candidates who align with both the role and your long-term goals.

    Whether you're looking to fill a single position, hire for multiple roles, or secure specialist talent for a major project, our team will develop a tailored recruitment strategy designed to attract and engage the best professionals in the market.

     Submit a vacancy through our website or speak with one of our consultants directly. We'll leverage our extensive network and sector expertise to identify, assess, and present qualified candidates, managing the recruitment process from search to successful placement and helping you secure the talent needed to support your business growth.