ROYAL ESWATINI SUGAR CORPORATION (RES) – CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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1. PARAMEDIC

Employer: Royal Eswatini Sugar Corporation (RES) Department: Health and Wellness Requisition ID: 17091 Task Grade: T08 Closing Date: 27 October 2026

Main Purpose of the Job

To provide emergency medical care to patients involved in accidents, emergencies or other crises. The role also provides support medical services, including radiography, waste disposal and application of Plaster of Paris. The Paramedic will additionally serve as an Assistant Clinic Administrator, performing debtor, clerical and reception duties.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of O’ Level or equivalent.

• Certificate in Basic Ambulance Assistance (BAA).

• Certificate in Basic Life Support (BLS) or Intermediate Life Support (ILS).

• Diploma in Emergency Medical Care or equivalent will be an added advantage.

• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in paramedic services.

• Valid light-duty driver’s licence with two years’ driving experience.

• Registration with the Medical and Dental Council as a professional Paramedic.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency or 977 emergency calls.

• Drive ambulances and other emergency vehicles.

• Administer emergency medical treatment, including CPR, wound care, bleeding control and fracture stabilisation.

• Transport patients to hospital while continuing to provide treatment during transit.

• Evaluate patients’ medical conditions and histories to determine suitable radiographic techniques for diagnosis.

• Escalate complex or life-threatening cases to the Nursing Sister or relevant medical personnel for advanced intervention and continuity of care.

• Register clients at reception.

• Bank cash received in accordance with RES cash-handling procedures.

• Adhere to and maintain all Integrated Management System (IMS) standards.

Conditions of Employment

The position is graded at T08, and the conditions applicable to this grade will apply.

Closing Date: 27 October 2026

2. PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHER

Employer: Royal Eswatini Sugar Corporation (RES) Requisition ID: 17147 Task Grade: T11 Closing Date: 27 October 2026

Main Purpose of the Job

To provide quality education to learners at Thembelisha and create a positive learning environment for all learners.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, specialising in English or Mathematics/Science.

• Honours or postgraduate degree in Education will be an added advantage.

• At least three to five (3–5) years’ primary teaching experience.

• Demonstrated competence in lesson planning, classroom management and assessment.

• Strong knowledge of primary Mathematics and Science, including the ability to conduct practical investigations safely and support learners with different learning needs.

• Excellent communication, teamwork and digital teaching skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Commitment to professional growth and reflective practice.

Key Responsibilities

• English Teacher: Develop confident readers, writers and speakers through explicit teaching of comprehension, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, literature and written expression.

• Mathematics and Science Teacher: Develop mathematical reasoning, problem-solving and scientific enquiry through clear explanations, practical investigations and purposeful application.

• Plan and deliver well-structured lessons aligned with the approved curriculum and school timetable.

• Assess learning, maintain accurate records and use feedback and assessment data to guide teaching, remediation and extension.

• Create a caring, inclusive and well-managed classroom that promotes positive behaviour and learner participation.

• Collaborate on lesson planning and moderation.

• Communicate constructively with parents and contribute to school life, sporting and cultural activities.

• Participate in the school’s extracurricular programme.

• Uphold professional standards, learner safeguarding and school health and safety procedures.

Conditions of Employment

The position is graded at T11, and the conditions applicable to this grade will apply.

Closing Date: 27 October 2026

 

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3.ENGINEER-IN-TRAINING (E&I)

Employer: Royal Eswatini Sugar Corporation (RES) Requisition ID: 17161 Department: Energy Department Division: Manufacturing Division Programme Duration: Three (3) years

About RES Corporation

The Royal Eswatini Sugar Corporation Limited (RES), located in the north-eastern Lowveld, is one of the largest companies in Eswatini. The company grows more than 21,000 hectares of sugarcane and produces over 430,000 tonnes of sugar in a normal season, as well as high-grade fermentation extra-neutral ethanol.

RES aims to be a leading producer and marketer of sugar and renewable energy, providing an environment that supports opportunity, advancement and reward.

About the Programme

The successful candidate will join the Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Programme, working across the Energy Department and Manufacturing Division. This structured three-year programme is designed to provide comprehensive on-the-job training and develop strong technical expertise.

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.

• Computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

• Sound working knowledge of related engineering disciplines.

• Strong analytical, diagnostic and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail.

• Good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.

• Proactive, open-minded and adaptable approach, with a strong commitment to continuous learning, professional development and engineering excellence.

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, electrical schematics, instrumentation loop diagrams, technical specifications and equipment manuals.

• Strong commitment to occupational health and safety, environmental compliance, quality standards and established engineering procedures.

• Good planning, organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.

Career Development

RES seeks to attract, develop and retain skilled professionals across disciplines that support its agricultural estates and factories. The company promotes a strong organisational culture, leadership development and professional growth.

Closing Date: 27 October 2026

4. AREA PRODUCTION MANAGER – LABORATORY

Employer: Royal Eswatini Sugar Corporation (RES) Requisition ID: 17142 Department: Agronomy Department Division: Agriculture Division Reports To: Agronomy Manager Closing Date: 27 October 2026

About the Position

RES Corporation invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the position of Area Production Manager – Laboratory within the Agronomy Department of the Agriculture Division.

Key Responsibilities

Reporting to the Agronomy Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Managing overall agricultural laboratory operations, providing soil, leaf, water, fertiliser, cane and related analyses for RES and other industry clients.

• Developing procedures, plans, programmes, designs and budgets for laboratory analysis by identifying new tests, procedures, equipment and instruments.

• Planning and delivering laboratory services to meet customer expectations, standards and deadlines.

• Preparing and managing operating expenditure (OPEX), capital expenditure (CAPEX) and revenue budgets, while implementing cost-control measures.

• Preparing weekly, monthly, annual and special operational reports.

• Leading, developing and managing laboratory personnel to ensure effective and efficient operations.

• Maintaining and continuously improving the laboratory Quality Management System (QMS) in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025:2017.

• Ensuring the maintenance of SADCAS accreditation.

• Ensuring compliance with applicable legislation, corporate policies, Integrated Management System (IMS) standards and other relevant industry requirements.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• BSc degree in Chemistry, BTech in Chemistry/Chemical Engineering or equivalent.

• MSc degree in Chemistry, BTech in Chemistry/Chemical Engineering will be an added advantage.

• Minimum of six (6) years’ experience managing laboratory operations, ideally in the sugar industry.

• Sound knowledge and experience in the requirements and implementation of ISO/IEC 17025.

• Strong communication, report-writing and stakeholder-management skills.

Career Opportunity

RES offers an opportunity to contribute to laboratory performance, quality assurance and agricultural production within a major sugar and renewable energy organisation.

Closing Date: 27 October 2026

Application Information

The supplied vacancy details do not include a specific application method for all four positions. Before publishing, confirm the application instructions for each vacancy.

For general RES recruitment information, the company’s Human Resources page identifies recruitment@res.co.sz as its recruitment contact. Verify the specific application requirements for each position before directing applicants to this address.

Official RES page: https://www.res.co.sz/careers/vacancies.php

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