Team Elchemie

Meet Team Elchemie: A team of passionate and driven individuals committed to continuous learning and professional growth. Discover our diverse backgrounds and how we contribute to Elchemie's success.
Front from left: Christine, Jacques, Queen | Back from Left: Susan, Eileen, Isabel.

Susan van der Merwe

Managing Director & Recruitment Specialist

Susan holds a BCom (Hon) in Marketing Management. She has amassed extensive recruitment experience across various sectors. Beyond her recruitment proficiency, Susan brings valuable insights from her involvement in the various industries, where she has held Directorship, General Management, Marketing, and Customer Account Management roles.

Jacques Scheepers

PROJECT MANAGER

Jacques studied towards a BEng in Computer Engineering and brings extensive experience in Pre-Sales, Broadcast Networks, and Satellite Communication Systems. He is highly skilled in technical sales support, solution design, customer relationship management, and pre- and post-sales technical support for clients across Sub-Saharan Africa. With a proven track record of managing complex projects, Jacques has contributed significantly to achieving multi-million-dollar sales targets. He is now applying his expertise to the field of technical recruiting, serving as our Project Manager with a focus on international and technical recruitment projects.

Eileen van Schalkwyk

Recruitment Specialist

A quick and well-informed HR professional, who has her finger on the pulse of all things “hiring.” With many years of HR experience, excelling in recruitment, from crafting job descriptions to analysing hiring trends, Eileen will do whatever it takes to retain top talent and to place the perfect candidate in the right position.  Her experience is backed by a qualification in Human Resource Management and Personnel Administration.

Christine Lee

Research & Administration Specialist

Christine earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Human Science and brings substantial experience in Customer Service Management, Telecommunications, Accounts Management, Research, and Administration.

Isabel de Wet

Recruitment Specialist

Isabel holds a tertiary qualification in Information Technology, coupled with a robust background in IT, Account Management, and Recruitment. She excels at precisely aligning candidate profiles with job specifications, leveraging her exceptional skill set.

Queen Nesangane

Client Solutions Representative

With tertiary qualifications in Social Sciences and Advertising/Digital Marketing, Queen brings a unique perspective. She has a diverse background encompassing sales, project administration, and social media management, and is passionate about social media. Queen is driven by her enthusiasm to cultivate client accounts and enhance brand visibility through strategic content creation.

Where it all began

Elisabeth van Eck

Founder

Elisabeth laid the foundation for Elchemie in 2000, crafting it into a specialized technical and scientific recruitment company. Her background in ND Analytical Chemistry, BTech Watercare, and extensive experience in areas such as mining laboratory operations, industrial water treatment and compliance management provided an ideal framework. Through meticulous effort, she cultivated a strong brand, positioning Elchemie as a beacon of excellence in delivering high-quality candidates and services. Susan seamlessly continued this esteemed legacy upon assuming ownership and leadership of the company in 2018.