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Recruitment Manager - South Africa (Cape Town)

EWI Recruitment

EWI is scaling globally - and South Africa is a key part of that growth.

We're looking for a Recruitment Manager to lead and develop our Cape Town team, supporting both local market growth and high-volume international delivery across infrastructure, renewables, and data centre projects.

The Opportunity

This is a high-impact leadership role combining team development, delivery oversight, and business growth.

You'll be:

Leading and developing our offshore (RSA) recruitment teamDriving delivery across a large volume of international rolesSupporting expansion within the South African marketWorking closely with global leadership to align on strategy and prioritiesPartnering with our internal Talent Acquisition partner to shape culture and team developmentHelping define the long-term structure and success of our RSA hub

What You'll Be Doing

Manage, mentor, and grow a high-performing recruitment teamOversee delivery across international client projects and key accountsDrive consistency, quality, and performance across the teamSupport and develop business within the local marketPartner with global teams to maximise international opportunitiesWork closely with internal Talent Acquisition to attract, hire, and retain top talentContribute to the ongoing growth and scaling of the business

What We're Looking For

Proven experience in recruitment2+ Years of team managementStrong delivery background in fast-paced environmentsCommercial mindset with the ability to identify growth opportunitiesSelf-driven, hands-on, and motivated to build and lead

ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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EWI - Global Talent Solutions

Ewi is a specialist recruitment & mobilisation consultancy headquartered in the City of London. We specialise in senior and highly technical positions across the engineering, technology and construction sectors worldwide.

With over 35 years' experience within the Renewable sector, our client offers growth, production, project management and servicing of onshore wind turbines. They have the desired passion to thrive and have become one of the world's leading wind turbine manufacturers to date; with more than 8,500 employees worldwide.

Role Summary

Wind turbine troubleshooting technicians in service department specialize in the operation and maintenance of wind turbines so they can be used to produce wind-powered electricity. Their work involves installing new turbines and performing routine maintenance to ensure the wind turbines are working correctly. These technicians also respond when a wind turbine isn't working properly and are responsible for performing repairs once they determine the cause of the problem.

Essential responsibilities:

Inspect or repair turbine blades.Troubleshoot or repair mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical malfunctions related to variable pitch systems, variable speed control systems, converter systems, or related components.Climb wind turbine towers to inspect, maintain, or repair equipment.Diagnose problems involving wind turbine generators or control systems.Perform routine maintenance on wind turbine equipment, underground transmission systems, wind fields substations, or fiber optic sensing and control systems.Start or restart wind turbine generator systems to ensure proper operations.Test electrical components of wind systems with devices such as voltage testers, multimeters, oscilloscopes, infrared testers, or fiber optic equipment.Test structures, controls, or mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical systems, according to test plans or in coordination with engineers.Assist in assembly of individual wind generators or construction of wind farms.Collect turbine data for testing or research and analysis.Maintain tool and spare parts inventories required for repair, installation, or replacement services.

Qualifications/ Requirements:

Fluent in EnglishGamesa 2-MW (G2/GT 2) turbine experienceLevel 5 or Level 6 certificateMinimum of 3 years onshore wind farm experience requiredDriver's licence required

If interested and suitable or would like further information regarding this position, please respond directly to Yesim Cimen at EWI with an updated CV to [email protected]

ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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EWI - Global Talent Solutions

Ewi is a specialist recruitment & mobilisation consultancy headquartered in the City of London. We specialise in senior and highly technical positions across the engineering, technology and construction sectors worldwide.

Construction Manager - Wind Farm Projects

As a Construction Manager, you'll oversee the construction of wind farms from start to finish, managing the site, equipment, contractors, and schedule.

Location: Eastern Cape, South Africa

Responsibilities:

* Manage the delivery, erection, and commissioning of wind turbines.
* Coordinate equipment and transportation on-site.
* Track documents related to quality, transportation, and engineering.
* Prepare daily and weekly progress reports for management.
* Ensure materials and parts are delivered on time.
* Communicate with clients and contractors throughout the project.
* Ensure the project stays on schedule and within budget.
* Solve problems that come up during construction.

Requirements

* Skills: Experience with wind turbine assembly, quality control, and construction management. Proficient in Microsoft Office. Strong organisational and leadership skills.
* Experience: At least 5 years in construction or wind farm projects.
* Other: Must be able to work in South Africa, and meet physical requirements (including weight limits). Must have a valid driver's license.

ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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RELATIONSHIP MANAGER / CONSULTANT

EWI recruitment

EWI has built an enviable reputation, completing over 6,000 assignments and supplying exceptional infrastructure and renewables talent to over 130 countries. Our success is driven by specialist consultants who build long-term partnerships with both clients and candidates across complex global markets.

As we continue to scale, we are looking to hire a Relationship Manager / Consultant to support and strengthen our existing client and contractor network, ensuring high service levels, delivery support, and ongoing engagement across active and future projects.

Opportunity

This is a key role within the business focused on managing and developing existing relationships

You will work closely with internal teams (Delivery, Sales, Compliance) to:

Support live roles across key accountsMaintain and grow client relationships already under agreementManage contractor experience and retentionEnsure our database and market intelligence remain accurate and up to date

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys relationship-building, coordination, and delivery, with a commercial mindset.

Main Objectives & Responsibilities (not limited to)

Manage and maintain relationships with existing clients and signed accountsAct as a key point of contact for clients, ensuring high levels of service and responsivenessSupport delivery on live roles, working closely with consultants and managersProactively reach out to client contacts to understand hiring needs and upcoming projectsManage and maintain relationships with active contractors, ensuring engagement, performance feedback, and retentionGenerate leads and identify opportunities within existing accountsTake and manage candidate references as part of the recruitment processKeep internal systems (CRM / database) fully updated with accurate client, candidate, and project informationTrack activity and provide updates on pipeline, roles, and account developmentSupport mobilisation processes in collaboration with compliance and mobility teamsIdentify gaps in accounts and suggest improvements or opportunities for growth

Education and Technical Skills Level

Previous experience in recruitment, account management, or customer-facing rolesExperience within energy, infrastructure, or technical staffing is highly desirableStrong working knowledge of CRM systems and MS OfficeFluent in English (additional languages advantageous)

Required Soft Skills

Strong relationship-building and communication skillsHighly organised with the ability to manage multiple prioritiesProactive and commercially awareDetail-oriented with strong database/CRM disciplineTeam player with the ability to work across multiple departmentsProblem-solving mindset with a focus on service deliveryProfessional and confident when dealing with clients and contractors

ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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