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Engineering Recruitment
A leading African engineering recruitment agency, connecting organisations with top‑tier engineering talent.
Delivering engineering talent that fulfils business potential
Focused on engineering recruitment across Africa, we have partnered with organisations for over two decades to secure visionary engineers, architectural leaders, and experienced project managers. Our deep regional expertise positions us as a trusted partner in building high‑performing engineering teams.
We work closely with hiring managers to understand their technical, commercial, and strategic requirements. Leveraging our extensive network across Africa, we connect organisations with engineering professionals who share a commitment to excellence and innovation.
We believe engineering talent plays a critical role in Africa’s growth and development. By connecting forward‑thinking employers with top‑tier professionals, we are proud to support the delivery of impactful projects and long‑term transformation across the continent.
Trusted by over 11,000+ organisations
The roles we specialise in
Secure top talent for your next hire
Let us connect you with the talent that can take your business forward.Meet your expert engineering recruiters
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.
Tafadzwa Chakaodza
Senior Manager Africa
Tafadzwa joined Robert Walters Group in 2016 in the Tokyo, Japan office. He has been a consistent top performer closely supporting clients across several sectors. These include Retail, QSR, Pharmaceutical, Manufacturing and Automotive. With the unparalleled opportunities technology advancement poses on the African continent, in this role, Tafadzwa now heads up the Robert Walters Africa Technology & Digital business. He has over 9 years experience in recruitment.
Our track record
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43k
Professionals we help start their next chapter
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11k
Organisations who we help acquire talent
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85%
Of professionals refer us to a friend
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90%
Of organisations recruit more than one role through us
Contact us to discuss your recruitment needs
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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
Client
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
Client
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!
Local Operations Lead
Global Financial Services Company
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How do you identify and attract top engineering executives?
At Robert Walters, we employ a highly targeted approach to sourcing candidates, powered by our market intelligence team and extensive database of registered engineering professionals.
Our strategy includes direct sourcing, networking, and leveraging our proprietary database to find the best fit for your executive engineering talent solutions.
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How do you ensure a good cultural fit between the candidate and the company?
We invest significant time in understanding your company’s unique culture, core values, and work environment. This thorough comprehension enables us to identify and attract executive engineering talent that aligns with your organisation’s ethos.
During the interview process, we conduct in-depth behavioral interviews and rigorous reference checks to evaluate candidates' cultural fit.
This comprehensive approach ensures that the selected individuals not only possess the requisite skills and experience but also integrate seamlessly and contribute positively to your organisational culture, driving long-term success and cohesion.
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What are the advantages of partnering with Robert Walters for your staffing needs?
Our agency is uniquely equipped to assist with specific engineering recruitment due to our team of specialist consultants, many of wh have a great understanidng and knowledge of the engineering recruitment industry.
We see beyond the job description to find candidates who are the right fit for your team and culture. Moreover, we can support with a range of requirements, including permanent recruitment, executive search, interim management recruitment, and more. Find out more here.
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Can your agency provide guidance on market trends and salary benchmarks?
We have insights on salaries and compensation trends in our free Salary Survey guide.
Our Salary Survey is based on the analysis of over 100,000 permanent placements made across Africa. Request your copy today.
Bespoke salary benchmarking: Using accurate and unbiased data, we can build bespoke overviews of the salaries and benefits required to attract talent. Find out more by requesting a quote.