Executive Recruitment  ·  Since 2000

The Right Person,
The Right Role.

"We match the right person, in the right role, within the right organisation."
— Jeannine Dickie, Founder

Performance at a Glance
24+
Years placing
executive talent
52
Verified Google
reviews
100%
Customer
success rate
Global
National &
international reach
5.0 / 5.0
Based on 80 verified Google reviews
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24+
Years of excellence
1000+
Successful placements
International
World-wide reach
5.0★
Google rating, 80 reviews
Executive interview at Hire Power Recruitment
Our Story

Exceptional People,
Extraordinary Matches

Hire Power is a leading specialist recruitment and executive search agency based in Port Elizabeth, South Africa. Since February 2000, we've gone to extraordinary lengths to ensure the best-suited match between exceptional candidates and exciting local and international opportunities.

Our comprehensive screening process ensures we provide only the most qualified, professional, and experienced candidates — eliminating the need for a first interview and reducing the stress of finding the perfect team member.

Jeannine Dickie
Jeannine Dickie
Founder & Director, Hire Power
Our Strengths

Why Choose Hire Power?

Executive Search

We specialise in sourcing and placing senior-level talent across Manufacturing, Engineering, IT, FMCG and Professional Services. Every search is led by consultants who understand your sector inside out.

Rigorous Screening

Our comprehensive pre-qualification process covers interviews, assessments, background checks and forensic screening so you only meet candidates who are already the right fit for the role.

Global Reach

As an established partner in the Talentor International network, we connect South African businesses with top-tier professionals locally and across borders.

How It Works

A Process Built
for Results

Our four-step process has been refined over 24 years to deliver exceptional matches — every single time.

01

Brief & Discovery

We take time to understand your organisation's culture, values, and vision — ensuring every search begins with complete clarity about what success looks like.

02

Search & Headhunt

Leveraging our extensive network and proprietary database, we actively source and approach the right candidates — including passive executives not yet in the market.

03

Screen & Assess

Every candidate is rigorously assessed against your requirements. Only the most qualified professionals are presented for your consideration.

04

Place & Follow Up

We facilitate the placement and remain engaged post-hire to ensure a successful transition for both the candidate and your organisation.

Client Reviews

What They're Saying

All 52 Reviews on Google

"Jeannine played an instrumental role in updating my CV and LinkedIn profile. With her expert guidance I was able to present my professional experience in a much more impactful and polished way. Her attention to detail helped transform my documents into clear, compelling representations of my work."

Nomkhosi Matlala
Senior Finance Executive

"Finding the right talent for senior positions is challenging. Hire Power consistently delivers candidates who meet our technical requirements and genuinely fit our company culture. Their screening process is thorough and their turnaround times are exceptional."

Lisa van der Berg
HR Director, Manufacturing

"The process was completely transparent and professional from start to finish. I secured a senior role that perfectly aligned with my five-year career goals. Jeannine's knowledge of the industry landscape and her honest guidance made all the difference."

Sipho Dlamini
CFO, Logistics Group

"I was particularly impressed by how well Jeannine understood the nuances of what we were looking for. Her ability to present only the most relevant candidates saved us weeks in the recruitment process. She is a true professional."

Thabo Nkosi
Operations Director, Retail Group
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