Welcome to MD Gulf Recruitment
South African & Middle East Recruitment Specialists
Nurses • Teachers • Medical • Engineering • Hospitality • Skilled Trades & Adventure Staff
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Ethical, Efficient, and Compliant Recruitment for the Gulf and Beyond
MD Gulf Recruitment is a specialized international recruitment, talent acquisition, and visa facilitation agency headquartered in Cape Town, South Africa, with a rapidly expanding footprint across the Middle East, including Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Oman, and Bahrain.
With over 26 years of industry expertise, we deliver world-class recruitment solutions across Africa, the Gulf, and beyond. Our global talent ecosystem includes 6 million+ registered candidates, 4 million+ verified CVs, and 2.8 million+ actively searchable profiles, making us a trusted sourcing engine for high-impact sectors.
Previously known as Ayer’s Gulf Recruitment and Visa Services, the company has undergone a structured change-management transformation, strengthened by new strategic investments and the development of Saudi-based operations. This growth aligns our services with the workforce objectives of Saudi Vision 2030, supporting key sectors including healthcare, education, engineering, and infrastructure.
25+
Country Coverage
Focus
Medical, oil & gas, Engineering,
and Infrastructure sectors
Support
End-to-End Visa Support
Our Core Services
TURNKEY RECRUITMENT CAMPAIGNS (SOUTH AFRICA-BASED DRIVES)
We deliver fully managed, results-driven South Africa recruitment campaigns across Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban,...
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CONSULTATION & GOVERNMENT LIAISON SUPPORT
We provide professional consultation and coordination support for individuals and organisations navigating government-related processes, sponsorship...
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FLIGHT BOOKING & TRAVEL LOGISTICS COORDINATION
We coordinate international travel for candidates and clients, including flight bookings, airport transfers, and accommodation...
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LEGALIZED CONTRACTING WITH AUTHORIZED VENDORS
All employment contracts are processed through accredited, government- recognized vendors under strict governance protocols –...
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MEDICAL & ALLIED HEALTHCARE EDUCATIONAL STAFFING
We recruit doctors, nurses, allied healthcare professionals, qualified teachers, and school leadership teams for Gulf...
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Why choose MD Gulf Recruitment?
POPIA Compliant
We fully adhere to South Africa’s data protection laws, ensuring the secure handling of candidate and client information.
Remote Global Network
We operate seamlessly across a global remote network, enabling recruitment in over 25 countries with localized support.
Sector-Ready Workforce
We place Gulf-compliant professionals across healthcare, oil & gas, and engineering sectors—fully credentialed, mobilization-ready, and aligned with ISO 9001 quality standards
Ethical Practices
We are committed to fairness, transparency, and compliance throughout every step of the recruitment process.
Real-Time Tracking
Track every candidate and campaign stage with real-time updates and transparent progress reporting
International Data Security
MD Gulf Recruitment follows ISO 27001-aligned data protection protocols, safeguarding all digital records and communications.
Legally established operations in Saudi Arabia & South Africa
Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs (MNGHA)
Medical : Trusted by Tier 1 Contractors Sourcing Skilled Human Capital for Gulf Medical centre
OIL and GAS : Tier 1 Contractors Sourcing Skilled Human Capital for Gulf Clients
Leadership & Operations
MD Gulf Recruitment is guided by a senior leadership and operations team with a strong track record in international business, regulated industries, and workforce solutions.
Executive Management
Senior leadership with over 25 years of experience in engineering, project delivery, international operations, and strategic recruitment across the Middle East and Africa.
Finance & Governance
Oversight led by professionals with deep experience in financial management, compliance, institutional governance, and multi-country operations.
Documentation & Compliance
A dedicated team specialising in visa documentation, embassy attestation, legalisation, and regulatory coordination across multiple jurisdictions.
This structure allows MD Gulf Recruitment to deliver reliable, compliant, and scalable recruitment solutions without compromising confidentiality.
Global Footprint
We draw from a vast and diverse global talent pool, enabling us to meet complex recruitment demands across industries such as oil and gas, healthcare, construction, engineering, and technical services.
Through our established network of international recruitment partners, we source highly qualified professionals from across Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe, the Middle East, Oceania, and the Americas. This includes talent from countries such as the Philippines, India, Pakistan, South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, Vietnam, Romania, Poland, Russia, Turkey, Brazil, and more.
These strategic partnerships allow us to deliver Gulf-ready talent at scale, ethically, efficiently, and in full compliance with local and international regulations. Our global reach ensures that clients benefit from tailored, high-quality recruitment solutions aligned with project timelines, workforce policies, and national standards.
How Our Process Works
A simple & transparent journey from application to deployment
Submit Application
Send your CV or fill out the application form to begin your journey.
Screening
We review your profile and arrange an interview with our recruitment team.
Job Allocation
You get matched with the right employer based on your skills.
Doc & Visa
We help with medical, paperwork, visa processing and compliance.
Testimonials
Linda Mthembu (South Africa)
“I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to MD Gulf Recruitment Agency for their exceptional professionalism and support throughout my relocation process. From our very first interaction, they demonstrated a deep understanding and matched me with opportunities that truly aligned with my skills and aspirations.
Their communication was consistent and always reassuring. They went above and beyond to prepare me for what is yet to come, offered valuable insights, and ensured I felt confident every step of the way. What stood out most was their genuine care — not just to fill a role, but to see me succeed.”
Linda Mthembu (South Africa)
Placed through MD Gulf Recruitment
Samuel Sithole
“My name is Samuel Sithole. Working with MD Gulf Recruitment was an absolute pleasure, from the very consultation up until now, the team has been very professional, attentive and incredibly skilled in attending to my concerns. They took the time to understand my needs and the future plans I had in mind and exceeded my expectations with the results. The team is not only skilled and knowledgeable,but also incredibly responsive, their dedication truly sets them apart,and I couldn’t be happier with the results. I highly recommend MD Gulf Recruitment to anyone looking for a reliable and results driven agency.”
