Overview of Hyrax Personnel Placements
- Karen Scheepers
- Aug 27
- 3 min read
Driven by a vision of creating a recruitment service that is “simply effective,” Francois built Hyrax Personnel Placements on values of dedication, integrity, and long-term partnership. Nearly three decades later, Hyrax continues to uphold this ethos, proudly maintaining lasting relationships with many of its very first clients.

A Legacy of Lasting Placements
The proof of Hyrax’s success lies in the track records of both their clients and candidates. Some of the earliest candidates placed by the agency are still employed in the very companies where they began, now in senior positions. This long-term impact showcases Hyrax’s belief that recruitment is more than filling a vacancy; it’s about building partnerships that create lasting rewards.
Understanding Clients, Matching Talent
Hyrax’s approach is simple yet thorough: before filling a role, they take the time to fully understand each client’s business culture, management style, preferences, and needs. By treating their client’s business as their own, Hyrax delivers staffing solutions that go beyond the obvious, ensuring long-term compatibility and success.
Their philosophy is rooted in guiding clients to first clarify their exact staffing needs, and then providing candidates who truly match those requirements. This attention to detail minimizes errors, and in the rare event of a misstep, Hyrax is committed to fixing it at no additional cost to the client.

Database-First Recruitment Approach
At Hyrax, the recruitment process begins with their own extensive candidate database. Job seekers who are registered with Hyrax are always given first consideration before positions are advertised in the press or on websites. This means many roles are filled quietly and efficiently, long before they are ever made public.
For job seekers, registering with Hyrax is an essential step. Registration is done in person, candidates are invited to schedule an appointment, attend a one-on-one interview, and complete a profiling session using the Neethling Brain Instrument (NBI). This allows Hyrax to understand each candidate’s unique thinking preferences, strengths, and personality, ensuring better matches with employers.
Comprehensive Recruitment Services
Hyrax Personnel Placements provides professional recruitment across a broad range of industries, offering solutions for both permanent and temporary staffing needs.
Their services include:
Junior to Senior Placements – from entry-level positions to executive leadership roles.
Thorough Candidate Screening – including references, criminal checks, credit checks, practical assessments, and psychometric testing where required.
Specialised Recruitment Support – partnering with reputable suppliers, databases, biometric practitioners, and psychometrists to ensure accurate candidate evaluations.
Personalised Matching – focusing on long-term fit, ensuring businesses find the right talent while candidates find opportunities for growth.
Hyrax understands that in recruitment, the pawn can become the queen. Every candidate has potential, and the agency takes pride in recognizing and nurturing that potential for the benefit of both employers and job seekers.

A Partnership-Driven Philosophy
At the heart of Hyrax is a commitment to partnership with clients, candidates, and trusted suppliers. They believe that when labour is viewed as a relationship, the recruiter becomes the matchmaker. Every successful career journey or business growth story begins with the right placement, and Hyrax is proud to play a central role in that process.
Trusted Recruitment in Potchefstroom
Today, Hyrax Personnel Placements stands as a trusted name in the recruitment industry, known for integrity, dedication, and a proven track record of success. Their team is passionate about people and committed to helping businesses grow through exceptional staffing solutions.
Contact Details:
☎️ Tel: 018-294 4664
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