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A RAHEEN-BASED engineering company has opened new offices in South Africa.
Kirby Group Engineering’s expansion into the South African city of Cape Town represents its first foray outside of Europe.
The firm was established by brothers Tom and Michael Kirby in Thomondgate back in 1941 and now employs 1,400 staff across nine countries.
It’s a leading provider of mechanical and electrical engineering contracting services, with the company recording a turnover of €454m in 2022.
It's anticipated around 30 jobs will be created in South Africa, with plans to grow further.
Kirby management said South Africa was picked for its location for a number of reasons, including the talented local workforce.
Many South African people work for Kirby across Europe.
Its Cape Town team will be made up of engineers, quantity surveyors, talent acquisition specialists and others who can all contribute to projects on an off-site basis.
Group executive chairman Jimmy Kirby said: “This is a landmark day for Kirby Group Engineering. Our firm has recorded significant growth in recent years, thanks to the hard work and dedication of our team and the trust placed in us by our valued customers. Expansion outside the EU and into South Africa represents a great opportunity to access local talent here and is a statement of confidence in the future of this company.”
He added the move has been 12 months in the planning.
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