A Portuguese construction company, Grupo Cândido José Rodrigues, is conducting a three-day recruitment process in Sao Tome and Principe, seeking to fill various positions in the construction sector. The company is looking for professionals with diverse skills, including technical and leadership roles, as well as specialized workers such as engineers, masons, plumbers, and machine operators. This initiative is part of a labor migration project funded by the European Union.
The company currently employs over 3,000 workers, including some from Sao Tome and Principe, and offers a minimum salary of 1,000 euros. In addition to competitive pay, the company provides support with the integration process in Portugal, including assistance with work visas, accommodation, and meals. According to Pedro Maia, the company's Human Resources Director, they aim to recruit between 50 and 100 professionals from Sao Tome and Principe.
The recruitment process has attracted many young people from Sao Tome and Principe, including Joel da Graça, a professional with over a decade of experience in electrical and plumbing work. He sees this opportunity as a chance for professional growth, citing the limited job market in his home country. The initiative comes at a time when many Santomeans are seeking better opportunities abroad.
The labor migration project is funded by the European Union and aims to provide employment opportunities for qualified young people from Sao Tome and Principe. This project is part of a larger trend of mobility among the archipelago's youth, who are seeking better living conditions and career prospects abroad.
According to Pedro Maia, the company is committed to providing support to the recruited professionals, including logistical assistance with obtaining work visas and accommodation. The company also guarantees essential services such as water and electricity in the provided accommodation.
The recruitment process is being held in a hotel in the capital of Sao Tome and Principe, where young people have gathered to learn about the job opportunities. The company's Human Resources Director, Pedro Maia, expressed his enthusiasm for the initiative, highlighting the potential for professional growth and development.
The initiative has been welcomed by the Santomean community, who see it as a positive opportunity for their country's young people. The project is expected to contribute to the country's economic development and provide a chance for Santomeans to acquire new skills and experiences abroad.
Key points
- The Portuguese company Grupo Cândido José Rodrigues is recruiting up to 100 professionals from Sao Tome and Principe to work in Portugal's construction sector.
