Connecting you to South Africa’s top technical & scientific talent
Technical Recruitment South Africa
Rooted in Expertise. Driven by Partnership.
Founded in 2000, Elchemie was built on a rare foundation: deep, hands-on industry experience. Our founder, Elisabeth van Eck, leveraged her background in Analytical Chemistry and industrial water treatment to create a recruitment company that truly understands the technical nuances of the scientific field.
This legacy of excellence has been proudly carried forward by Susan since 2018.
Today, our team operates with that same core principle.
Our Services
Tailored Staffing & Recruitment Solutions
We offer a comprehensive suite of services designed to meet the unique challenges of the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) sectors, ensuring you find the perfect fit for every role.
- Permanent Placements
- Contract & Temporary Staffing
- Executive Search
- Headhunting Services
- Managed Staffing Solutions
- Project-Based Recruitment
- Recruitment Outsourcing
- CV Building
- Loyalty Programs
Meet our Team
The Experts Behind Your Success
Meet the Elchemie team. Our team combines deep industry knowledge with recruitment expertise to understand your unique needs and deliver exceptional, long-term results.
Reviews
Animal Scientist placed in Regulatory role with Manufacturing company
Good day, Susan
Trust you are well.
Susan, I can’t thank you and your team enough for all your support throughout my job search. From helping me refine my profile to providing invaluable interview advice and checking in regularly until my very first day in my new role, you made the entire process feel seamless and stress-free. Your professionalism, genuine care, and dedication gave me confidence every step of the way. I’m truly grateful for everything you and your team did, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend your recruitment services to anyone looking for exceptional support. Thank you once again!
Kind Regards,
Costing Engineer placed with Water Treatment Engineering firm
Dear Susan
I trust you are well.
Thank you for the wishes and I am truly grateful for the job opportunity, the Elchemie team made possible for me and my family.
“My experience with Elchemie has been exceptional from start to finish. From the professional way Eileen handled my application to helping me secure my dream job, the entire process was seamless.
Eileen kept me informed every step of the way, regularly updating me on the progress of my application and even wishing me good luck on my first day at my new company. Her dedication, professionalism, and genuine care made all the difference.
I highly recommend Elchemie to anyone looking for an outstanding recruitment agency, and Eileen for her exceptional service.”
Regards
Eugene Johannes
Candidate placed in Payroll within Cleaning and Security Sector
No formal picture could express how I am feeling right now besides the one I have there🤣🤣🥹….I’m happy to share that I’m a new Payroll Administrator at CSG Group. It has been a long process of recruitment but Eileen Van Schalkwyk (Denton) and Elchemie (Pty) Ltd. made it easy for me😇👏….glory to the Most High 🙌
Tshidi Moeleso
Candidate placed as Junior Project Engineer with Engineering Consulting firm
Hi Susan,
I want to start by saying thank you for the role you and Christine played in getting me this job. Your communication was great from the beginning which always helps during uncertain processes such as looking for a job. The whole process felt easy, smooth and efficient. I look forward to working with you again in the future.
Kind regards
Gerhard
Candidate Placed in Contract Manager Position
I had a great experience with Elchemie. Eileen was with me every step , she gave me feedback daily. Which gave me hope and assurance. I would recommend others to Elchemie I give you guys 15/10 you have exceeded my expectations and treated me well.
Excellent 🙏🏿
Agnes