About RecruitUp Global
A recruitment firm specialising in helping trade and agricultural businesses fill hard-to-fill roles with skilled South African candidates, with a presence across Australia and South Africa.
Bridging the Gap Between Talent and Opportunity
RecruitUp Global was founded by a team of career consultants, immigration experts, and human resource professionals dedicated to bridging the gap between South African talent and Australian employers.
We offer a broad network and tailored recruitment solutions — with 200+ candidates ready for permanent relocation to Australia, each having undergone thorough interviews, skill testing, and reference checks.
With operations across Australia and South Africa, we connect skilled tradespeople and agricultural professionals with employers who need reliable, job-ready talent.
80%
Construction, industrial & manufacturing trades
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Agricultural industries
200+
Candidates
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Countries
Our Values
Trust & Transparency
We set realistic expectations and keep all parties informed every step of the way.
People First
We treat every candidate like family and every employer like a long-term partner.
Results-Driven
Our retention-first approach focuses on long-term employment outcomes, not quick placements.
Global Reach
Operating across South Africa and Australia with proven industry networks.
Meet the Team
Sam Van Jaarsveld
Head of Finance & Strategy
Perth, Australia
Sam brings South African resilience and Australian business expertise to RecruitUp Global. With a background in Building & Construction and Agricultural Management, his role focuses on building trusted relationships with employers across Australia and beyond.
Genine Raats
Head of Operations & Partnerships
Sydney, Australia
Originally from South Africa, Genine drives business growth and oversees operations across Australia and South Africa. Her background in Recruitment, Leadership, Psychology and Customer Service brings genuine care and trust to every hiring process.
Noeline van der Rijst
Admin & Compliance Manager
South Africa
Noeline manages Compliance, Labour Market Testing, and Candidate documentation to ensure everything meets international relocation requirements. Her IT and Asset Management background brings detail-oriented, strict compliance to every candidate file.
Yolande Janse van Rensburg
Candidate Services Manager
South Africa
An experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist with a passion for connecting skilled people with life-changing opportunities. Known for her proactive approach, strong people skills, and commitment to delivering results in fast-paced recruitment.
Gerty Kolbe
Candidate Services Support
South Africa
Gerty is based in South Africa and supports our Candidate Services team with resume creation, candidate onboarding, and day-to-day coordination. Drawing on extensive experience in real estate, she brings sharp attention to detail, clear communication, and genuine customer care. Her calm, organised style helps employers get clean files, faster turnarounds, and a smoother experience from first contact to start date.
Immigration & Visa Advice
Immigration and visa advice is provided by our licensed MARA-registered partner agencies. Ask us for a referral. View our partner agents →
We work with a small, selected group of MARA-registered migration agents. Ask us for a referral and we’ll connect you directly.