Vacancies in The Western Cape and Top Talent Cape Town Job Vacancies for the Manufacturing Industry

Engineering Roles in All Disciplines

Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Civil, Structural, Design  Engineering, Positions

Western Cape Recruitment assists candidates in finding positions in all engineering sectors. Whether you are a recent graduate or a senior professional, we offer permanent roles that match your qualifications. These opportunities target operational and technical disciplines to ensure effective functionality and leadership across the sector.

Civil and Structural Engineering Opportunities

Our recruitment services for civil and structural engineering include permanent and occasionally project-based positions. We assist candidates in applying for roles that require strong technical skills, relevant qualifications, and leadership abilities. These opportunities are suited for professionals aiming to qualify for senior positions or enhance their career growth in the Western Cape’s engineering sector.

Mechanical and Structural Design Roles

For those specialising in mechanical and structural design, we help candidates secure positions focused on high-level operational planning and implementation. We target professionals with expertise in Design Software such as: SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Matlab, SolidEdge, EdgeCam, Autodesk Inventor, Rhino 3D, Draft-Sight and Catia, ensuring accurate design functionality. These roles include permanent opportunities for applicants aiming to apply analytical skills to manufacturing and construction challenges.

CAD Design Specialists (SolidWorks, Catia, AutoCAD, Rhino 3D)

We recruit skilled CAD design specialists proficient in CAD Software such as SolidWorks, Catia, AutoCAD, and Rhino  3D. These positions are essential for New Product Development within manufacturing. Applicants must provide accurate documentation and proof of technical proficiency to qualify for these roles. Permanent positions are then mediated to offer excellent remuneration and career progression opportunities in and around Cape Town.

Engineering Management Roles

Our engineering management roles target candidates ready to lead and implement operational strategies. Positions include leadership roles that require candidates to be responsible for Operational Excellence, GMR 2.1 and GMR 2.7 roles,  Risk and Compliance Management (GCC required) Technical evaluations, and overall function management within Manufacturing and Processing plants.  We ensure each candidate is assessed against relevant, applicable policies to match employer expectations.

Typical qualifications required for Engineering Management roles would be a National Diploma in Engineering,  B-Tech or B.Eng Degree in Engineering,  coupled with a Government Certificate of Competency (GCC)

B-Tech Degree in Engineering: Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, 

B Eng Degree in Engineering: Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, 

Plant Machinery Maintenance and Maintenance Planning

Western Cape Recruitment focuses on filling critical plant machinery maintenance roles. These permanent positions target candidates experienced in planning and executing maintenance processes. We ensure all candidates meet technical qualifications and grade standards for seamless maintenance support. 

Qualifications required will typically be: Electrician Trade Test, Fitter Trade test, Fitter and Turner Trade test, MIllwright Trade test, Electro-Mechanician Trade Test, and Instrumentation Trade Test.

Trade tests will be accompanied by Engineering Studies Certificates such as N2, N3, N4, N5, N6 and National Diploma or National N Diploma

SHEQ: Safety, Health, Environmental, and Quality

Do you have a Tertiary Qualification and/or Experience in the following fields, 

Safety Management

Environmental Health and Safety

Waste Management

Samtrac

Nosa

NEBOSH

Stay in touch and keep a look-out on our website. Our clients offer opportunities in the following roles:

SHE Officers, EHS Officers

SHEQ Co-ordinators 

SHEQ  Managers

Supply Chain Vacancies

Procurement Officers and Buyers

We connect procurement officers and buyers with permanent placements in the Western Cape. These roles involve responsibility for procurement processes, ensuring efficiency in operations and compliance with grade requirements. Submit your CV today to access a potential opportunity in the manufacturing sector.

Logistics, Import, and Export Supervisors

Our recruitment services prioritise candidates with expertise in logistics, import, and export supervision. Permanent roles in this category ensure compliance with company and regulatory policies and offer potential leadership roles in Cape Town and Western Cape’s supply chain sectors. Suitable candidates must demonstrate analytical skills and a thorough understanding of the supply chain process.

Raw Material Warehousing and Storeroom Management

We focus on sourcing candidates for raw material warehousing and storeroom management roles. These positions require a strong qualification in warehousing and administration of operations. Our recruitment process targets individuals ready to assist in the efficient management of raw material supplies to ensure uninterrupted manufacturing.

Finished Goods Warehousing Operations

Finished goods warehousing operations require professionals with strong administrative and operational expertise. Our recruitment ensures candidates meet the relevant qualifications and technical requirements to handle warehousing processes accurately. These roles offer candidates a chance to apply their skills to permanent positions within the supply chain sector.

Despatch and Logistics Specialists

Despatch and logistics specialists are crucial for success in the operations of a company's supply chain. These roles involve responsibility for logistics processes, ensuring accurate and efficient despatch management. Candidates with the relevant technical and administrative skills required are encouraged to apply for permanent employment that enhances their career trajectory in the Western Cape.

Production Management and Planning Roles

Operational Supervisors in Production Planning

Western Cape Recruitment offers permanent roles for operational supervisors in production planning. These positions require clear communication skills to manage administrative tasks effectively. Candidates must hold a qualification equivalent to industry standards.

Senior Production Managers

Our clients in the Manufacturing, FMCG and Processing sectors require Senior production managers responsible for overseeing daily operations. We assist in filling Production Management roles in the Western Cape and Cape Town. These roles require strong communication skills and an ability to create effective agreements for smooth workflow. Permanent roles offer competitive remuneration packages.

Project and Business Management Opportunities

Project Managers Across Technical Disciplines

We assist project managers in securing permanent positions within and around Cape Town. These roles involve managing cross-functional teams to meet project timelines and obligations. Strong communication skills are necessary for successful coordination.

Commercial Manager Roles

Our Commercial manager roles in the Western Cape and Cape Town focus on negotiating agreements and managing the financial aspects of projects. Permanent positions require a strong background in Financial Management and administration and excellent communication skills. Candidates must hold equivalent qualifications and have excellent Financial Acumen with a proven track record in successful financial planning and decision-making.

Financial Careers in the Western Cape

Accountants, Cost Accountants, and Financial Analysts

Western Cape Recruitment places financial professionals, including  cost analysts, cost accountants and accountants, in permanent roles. These positions require applicants to qualify with equivalent certifications and meet grade standards. 

HR and Industrial Relations Positions

Western Cape Recruitment not only team up with our clients’ Human Resources departments in order to source and connect Top Talent with our clients, we also source and connect the Top Talent for the Human Resources department itself.

If you hold a tertiary qualification in the HR field, keep a lookout on our website for the following opportunities:

HR Administrators and Officers

HR Practitioners and Business Partners

HR Management 

IR Specialists

IR Management and Advisors

Positions are based in Cape Town and surrounding regions and offer permanent opportunities.