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  • We make managing people effortless.

    We don’t replace your team — we become part of it, handling the complexity, paperwork, and compliance that comes with employing people in South Africa.

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The Direct Effect of Outsourced HR

Businesses thrive when their people are supported, their processes are compliant, and their leaders are freed from the constant pull of HR administration.

With more than two decades of experience, Direct Effect Solutions (Pty) Ltd offers a comprehensive range of outsourced HR and compliance services to help businesses find, evaluate, place, and manage employees with confidence.

As a proudly South African company, we are B-BBEE compliant (51% black-owned) and work across both professional and industrial sectors — serving clients throughout Gauteng, North West, Free State, Mpumalanga, Western Cape, and Limpopo.

Whether you’re an employer needing to streamline your HR processes or an individual seeking the right professional fit, our job is looking out for your needs through a complete, ethical, and compliant people-management structure.

Why Outsource Your HR

Running a business already demands enough. Recruiting, managing, and staying compliant with ever-changing legislation adds pressure most companies don’t need.

That’s where we come in.

By outsourcing your HR to Direct Effect Solutions, you can:

✓ Save time and resources — focus on your core business while we handle the admin.
✓ Reduce risk — stay fully compliant with all employment and tax laws.
✓ Improve accuracy and consistency — our team ensures flawless payrolls, records, and reporting.
✓ Increase productivity — with fewer distractions, your people perform better.
✓ Scale confidently — we adapt our services as your workforce grows.


Whether you’re a small enterprise without a dedicated HR department, or a large organisation needing external compliance support, we provide a tailored solution that fits.

OUTSOURCED STAFFING SOLUTION
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Outsourced staffing services:

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Payroll administration

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Statutory registrations

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Truth verification - Polygraphs

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Fund administration

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Labour Legislation

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Recruitment & placement

More about our services

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Frequently Asked Questions

Employers
What regions do you serve?

We provide outsourced staffing solutions across South Africa, including Gauteng, North West, Free State, Mpumalanga, Western Cape, and Limpopo. 

Which industries do you support?

We cater to a wide array of sectors such as pharmaceuticals and healthcare, transport and logistics, finance and banking, mining, IT and communications, agriculture and agro-processing, fashion and beauty, automotive, and real estate.

What services do you offer businesses?

We offer comprehensive services, including:

  • Recruitment and placement (contract, temporary, permanent)

  • Payroll administration (timesheets, payslips, EMP returns, SARS compliance)

  • Fund administration (retirement, medical aid, funeral cover)

  • Labour legislation and compliance under key South African laws

  • Statutory registrations (e.g., PAYE, UIF, SDL, VAT, WCA/RMA)

How does your recruitment process work?

Our process includes:

  • Advertising your vacancies

  • Screening, interviews, and competency tests

  • Background checks (criminal, qualifications, references)

  • Providing a vetted shortlist quickly

  • Managing all HR-related requirements thereafter 

What are the benefits of outsourcing staffing to me?

Outsourcing with Direct Effect means you can:

  • Reduce staffing-related risks and ensure labour compliance

  • Improve profitability by saving on placement costs

  • Free up time to focus on your core business

  • Provide continuity with scalable staffing pools

  • Build stronger, more efficient teams

  • Rely on industry expertise with legal and HR knowledge

Job Seekers
What job positions are available?

We source positions across multiple categories:

  • Office / Business: IT specialists, payroll administrators, credit/debit controllers, receptionists, data capturers

  • Artisan: Electricians, riggers, fitters, boilermakers

  • Mining: Developers, stope workers, stagehands, supervisors, welders, trainers, assemblers

  • Operators: Drill rig, UV, loader, HD, and loco operators 

How do I apply for a job?

You can submit your CV via the “Jobs” page or apply directly for the listed vacancies. If you don’t see a suitable one, don’t worry—just send your CV and “We’ll make it happen!”

Will I receive support after placement?

Yes! Throughout your placement—whether permanent or temporary—we remain available to address any queries or issues that arise. 

About Direct Effect
Who is Direct Effect Outsourced Staffing Solutions?

Direct Effective Outsourced Staffing Solutions (formerly Direct Effective Labour Solutions) is, as the name implies, an outsourced staffing service that assists businesses with the process of finding, evaluating, placing, and managing employees.

How can I get in touch?

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