Job Openings at RPO Recruitment

Job Description

• A leading manufacturing company is looking for an experienced Export Shipping Manager with a strong background in international logistics, export operations, and supply chain management.
• The successful candidate will oversee export shipping activities, manage customs and warehousing processes, optimise shipping operations, and lead a team to ensure efficient, compliant, and cost-effective export execution.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and coordinate end-to-end export shipping operations, ensuring compliance with company standards and performance targets.
• Oversee customs processes, clearing and forwarding activities, claims, insurance, and freight operations.
• Manage export warehousing, finished goods inventory, container bookings, break bulk shipments, and chartering activities.
• Develop and manage monthly shipping and invoicing forecasts in collaboration with commercial, finance, and operations teams.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure efficient export planning and execution.
• Monitor freight costs, optimise shipping routes, negotiate with service providers, and drive continuous process improvements.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, International Business, or a related field. A relevant Diploma with a Management Development Programme (MDP) will also be considered.
• 6–8 years' experience in export shipping, logistics, or supply chain management with proven people management experience.
• Strong knowledge of export documentation, customs regulations, Incoterms, international shipping, warehousing, and freight management.
• Experience managing clearing and forwarding operations, carrier relationships, and shipping forecasts.
• Strong negotiation, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and logistics, shipping, or ERP systems.

Benefits

• Salary: negotiable.

Closing Date 24 August 2026

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Job Description

• A leading industrial engineering company is looking for an experienced Qualified Mechanical Fitter with strong hydraulic and mechanical maintenance experience on mobile and stationary equipment.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for fault finding, preventative and breakdown maintenance, component replacement, and ensuring optimal equipment reliability in a demanding industrial environment.

Responsibilities:

• Perform hydraulic and mechanical fault finding on mobile and stationary equipment.
• Carry out planned, preventative and breakdown maintenance.
• Remove, replace and repair major mechanical and hydraulic components.
• Replace hydraulic hoses, fittings, seals, valves, cylinders, alternators and starter motors.
• Replace blades and maintain blade clearances on mobile shear machines.
• Conduct routine equipment inspections and quality checks.
• Grease equipment and maintain oil levels across machinery.
• Record and manage stock levels of frequently used oils, hydraulic components and spare parts.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and implement corrective maintenance.
• Maintain a safe work environment and ensure compliance with company procedures.

Requirements:

• Red Seal Mechanical Fitter qualification.
• Minimum of 5 years' post-trade experience as a Mechanical Fitter.
• Experience maintaining both stationary plant and earthmoving equipment.
• Strong hydraulic and mechanical fault-finding skills.
• Valid Code 8 driver's licence and own reliable transport.
• Basic computer literacy with the ability to work independently and under pressure.

Benefits

• Salary: negotiable.

Closing Date 31 August 2026

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Job Description

• A vibrant hospitality and lifestyle company is looking for an experienced Content Creator & Social Media Coordinator with a passion for creating engaging digital content, managing online communities, and driving brand growth across multiple platforms.
• The successful candidate will play a key role in developing creative marketing campaigns, maintaining brand consistency, and supporting strategic marketing initiatives for hospitality and accommodation brands.

Responsibilities:

• Create and publish high-quality social media content across multiple brands, including reels, static posts, and carousel campaigns.
• Capture and produce content for events, promotions, and seasonal campaigns, including weekends and public holidays where required.
• Manage online communities, coordinate influencer and user-generated content collaborations, and oversee content creators.
• Work closely with the marketing team to align content with business objectives, menus, promotions, and brand standards.
• Support paid social campaigns by boosting content and assisting with promotional initiatives to maximize engagement and reach.
• Maintain brand consistency across all digital platforms and assist with broader brand management initiatives.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Marketing or a related field.
• 1–3 years' experience in content creation, social media marketing, or digital marketing.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong understanding of social media trends, content strategy, and community management.
• Experience creating engaging visual and video content for digital platforms.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and creative skills.

Benefits

• Salary: negotiable.

Closing Date 14 September 2026

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Job Description

• RPO Recruitment's client, a well-established architectural firm in Durban is seeking a talented and design-focused Architect to join their collaborative team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional with a passion for design and strong Revit skills to contribute to a diverse portfolio of commercial projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce architectural designs and detailed documentation using Revit.
• Develop concepts through to construction documentation.
• Collaborate closely with architects, technicians, and project teams.
• Prepare presentations, 3D models, and visualisations.
• Contribute to the successful delivery of commercial architectural projects.

Requirements:

• Degree in Architecture 
• Minimum 3-5 years' post-graduation architectural experience.
• Strong proficiency in Revit.
• Proven architectural design experience.
• Experience working on commercial projects, such as office, retail, industrial, and/or medical developments.
• Comfortable working in a collaborative, open-plan office environment.
• Willing to work full-time from the office (no hybrid or remote work).
• Experience with Enscape rendering advantageous. 
• Proficiency in SketchUp or similar 3D modelling software, with AI rendering experience advantageous. 
• Available to start as soon as possible.

Benefits:

• Salary:  Negotiable, depending on experience and qualifications 

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Job Description

• RPO Recruitment's client, a reputable civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Site Agent to join their team on civil infrastructure projects in Durban and the surrounding areas.
• This role is suited to a hands-on construction professional with extensive experience managing large-scale civil works, leading site teams, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the day-to-day execution of civil construction projects.
• Plan and coordinate labour, plant, subcontractors, and materials.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, on programme, within budget, and to specification.
• Monitor project progress and prepare site reports.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
• Manage quality assurance, contractual compliance, and health and safety requirements.
• Mentor and supervise site personnel to achieve project objectives.

Requirements:

• National Diploma, BTech, BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering.
• 10+ years' experience as a Site Agent or in a similar site management role within the civil construction industry.
• Proven experience on civil infrastructure projects, including roads, bulk earthworks, stormwater, water and sewer reticulation, and related municipal infrastructure.
• Professional registration as one of the following: Pr CM with SACPCMP, or Pr Tech, Pr Techni, or Pr Eng with ECSA.
• Strong knowledge of contract administration, construction methodologies, quality management, and health and safety legislation.
• Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel between project sites.

Benefits:

• Salary:  Negotiable depending on experience and qualifications             

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Job Description

• RPO Recruitment’s client, a leading engineering firm in Cape Town is seeking a Senior Electrical & Automation Design Engineer to join its growing engineering team.
• This opportunity is ideal for a technically driven engineer who enjoys taking full ownership of projects, from initial design and development through to installation, commissioning, and ongoing optimisation.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Design electrical control systems and develop detailed electrical schematics.
• Develop PLC, SCADA, and HMI software solutions for industrial automation projects.
• Design control panels, generate bills of materials (BOMs), and specify electrical components.
• Support procurement activities by selecting appropriate electrical equipment and instrumentation.
• Perform factory acceptance testing (FAT), workshop testing, and system verification.
• Provide on-site installation support, commissioning, troubleshooting, and fault finding.
• Develop, implement, and maintain company electrical engineering standards and best practices.
• Deliver projects from concept through detailed design, testing, commissioning, and handover.

Requirements:

• BEng, BTech or National Diploma in Electrical, Electronic or Mechatronic Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in industrial automation (8+ years preferred).
• Strong background in electrical design and industrial control systems.
• Proven experience with PLC programming (Siemens TIA Portal and/or Rockwell Studio 5000).
• Experience developing SCADA and HMI applications.
• Proficiency in electrical design software, with EPLAN being highly advantageous.
• Solid understanding of industrial instrumentation, including 4–20 mA, RTDs, Modbus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP, and similar communication protocols.
• Experience with motor control centres (MCCs), variable speed drives (VSDs), industrial control panels, and motor control systems.
• Willingness to travel for site installations and commissioning as required.

Benefits:

• Salary:  Negotiable depending on experience and qualifications