About the position
Exciting Career Opportunities in Ireland & the UK for Skilled South African Trade Professionals
Are you a skilled professional looking to take your career overseas? We are partnering with leading international transport, logistics, and autobody firms across Ireland and the UK to recruit qualified South Africans for fixed-term contracts (minimum 2 years).
If you are ready for a high-earning international opportunity with relocation support, we want to hear from you.
Program Benefits & Terms
- Competitive International Earnings: Earn competitive salaries paid in Euros (€) or Pounds (£) depending on location placement (e.g., driver/mechanic base rates starting around €36,605.00+ gross per annum).
- Relocation Support: Flights and primary relocation costs for the applicant are fully covered.
- Visa & Accommodation Arranged: Full visa sponsorship and pre-arranged shared accommodation to ensure a smooth transition.
- Long-Term Growth: Great career exposure in fast-growing, high-demand European industries.
Open Positions & Key Requirements
1. Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) Drivers
- Licence Types: Code 10 / Code 14 (Class 2 / Class 1 / C+E Licences).
- Experience Required: Proven experience operating heavy vehicles, including articulated/rigid trucks, skip lorries, hookloaders, or construction/site haulage.
- Key Duties: Deliveries, site transport (stone, construction, waste), daily vehicle defect checks, and strict compliance with local driving regulations.
2. Trade-Tested Mechanics & Plant Fitters
- Qualifications: Trade-tested or formally qualified in a mechanical discipline.
- Experience Required: Hands-on experience with HGV fleets, heavy plant/quarry machinery (crushers, excavators, loaders), or commercial trailers (brake testing, PSV preparation, servicing).
- Key Duties: Diagnostics, routine 6-week inspections, mechanical/electrical fault finding, and preventative maintenance.
3. Autobody Specialists, Panel Beaters & Welders
- Specialties: Qualified Panel Beaters, Welders, Vehicle Painters, and Preppers.
- Experience Required: Strong background in structural repair, MIG/TIG welding, body alignment using jigs/pullers, panel straightening, surface prepping, and spray painting to manufacturer standards.
- Key Duties: Assessing collision damage, component strip/refit, structural body repairs, welding replacement panels, and finishing vehicles to insurance standards.
Essential Candidate Criteria
To qualify for the migration pathway, candidates must meet the following minimum conditions:
- Independent Mobility: Ability to relocate individually to Ireland/UK for the duration of the contract. (Note: Relocation assistance applies to the successful applicant only; extended family/dependents are excluded).
- Clear Record: Must have a clean background with zero criminal record.
- Valid Documentation: Must hold a valid South African Passport (or be actively willing and ready to process/renew one immediately).
- Technical Competency: Relevant trade certificates, driver licences, and verified work experience for the specific role applied for.
- Vetting Process: Willingness to undergo an extensive multi-stage interview and technical assessment process.
How to Apply
If you meet the requirements and are ready to advance your career abroad, submit your updated CV, trade certificates/driving licences to this advert
Only shortlisted candidates meeting all minimum criteria will be contacted for initial interviews
Desired Skills:
- international
- trade
- engineering
- driver
- mechanical
