Your career, properly placed.

Work in Ireland & the UK
with SAMA Talent Group

Whether you’re applying from abroad or already working here on a permit, SAMA Talent Group connects skilled workers with employers who pay fairly, treat people well, and offer real opportunities to grow.

We don’t just fill vacancies. We place careers.

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Who We Place

We work with trusted employers across Ireland and the UK in trades and skilled labour, including:

  • HGV Drivers
  • HGV/LGV Mechanics
  • Advanced Scaffolders
  • Spray Painters
  • Panel Beaters
  • Workshop Joiners

If your trade isn’t listed, get in touch anyway. Our employer network is growing every week and we may have something coming up that suits your background.

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FAQ

No. Our service is completely free for candidates. We are paid by the employers who hire you. You will never be asked to pay for job placement, permit transfers, or relocation support.

Yes, Irish Recruitment License: EA 5649. We operate from Ireland and the UK and work with established, vetted employers across Europe. You can call us on +353 1 912 8090 or visit our website at www.samatalent.com to verify who we are before sharing any personal details.

Every enquiry is treated in strict confidence. Your CV and details are only shared with an employer once you’ve agreed to be put forward for a specific role. We never share your information with your current employer or anyone else without your permission.

No. Every conversation with us is confidential. We will not contact your current employer, and your details are never shared with any prospective employer until you give us the go-ahead.

In most cases, yes. We regularly place candidates into roles offering substantially higher pay, proper overtime rates, and additional benefits. The exact figure depends on your trade, experience, and location, but we’ll have an honest conversation with you about what’s realistic before you commit to anything.

We work with candidates from across the world, with strong networks in the Philippines, Bangladesh, South Africa, Brazil, and the EU. If you have the right skills, your nationality is not a barrier.

No. If you’re being placed into a role that requires a work permit or visa, we manage the application process for you with the support of experienced immigration partners.

Relocation packages vary by employer and role, but typically cover flights, initial accommodation, and support settling in once you arrive. We’ll confirm exactly what’s included before you accept any offer.

For candidates applying from abroad, the full process (job match, permit, travel) typically takes a few months. We’ll give you a clear timeline once you’re matched to a specific role.

This depends on the role. Most trade and driving roles require functional working English. We’ll let you know upfront whether your level is sufficient for the jobs we’re considering for you.

Hindi. Ang aming serbisyo ay libre para sa mga aplikante at ang employer and magbabayad
sa amin. Hindi kayo hihingan ng bayad para sa job placement, paglipat ng permit, o suporta
sa relokasyon.

Oo, mayroon kaming Irish Recruitment License: EA 5649. Kami ay nag-ooperate sa
Ireland at UK at nakikipagtulungan sa mga kilala at beripikadong employer sa buong
Europe. Maaari ninyo kaming tawagan sa +353 1 912 8090 o bisitahin ang aming
website na www.samatalent.com upang beripikahin kung sino kami bago magbahagi
ng anumang personal na detalye.

Aming tinatratong kumpidensyal and lahat ng mga katanungan. Ang inyong CV at mga
detalye ay ibinabahagi lamang sa employer kapag pumayag kayong maisama para sa
isang partikular na posisyon. Hindi namin kailanman ibinabahagi ang inyong
impormasyon sa inyong kasalukuyang employer o sa iba pang tao nang walang inyong
pahintulot.

Yes after 9 months in Ireland. Work permit holders are legally entitled to change employers, and we can manage the full permit transfer process for you.

Most transfers take a few weeks from application to approval, though timelines can vary depending on the role, the permit type, and government processing times. We’ll give you a realistic timeframe once we understand your specific situation.

No. When managed properly, there is no gap in your right to work or remain. We handle the timing carefully so you move from one role to the next without any disruption to your status.

That’s completely understandable, and it’s one of the most common things we hear. There’s no obligation to take any role we present. Have a confidential chat with us, hear what’s available, and make the decision in your own time.

No. Apply first, see what’s available, and only hand in your notice once you have a confirmed offer and a clear transfer timeline. Never leave your current role until your new one is fully secured.

Yes. We don’t drop people at the airport and disappear. You’ll have a point of contact at SAMA Talent Group, help getting set up (PPS number, bank account, accommodation), and ongoing support during your first weeks in the role.

We work with established companies across Ireland and the UK that have a genuine need for skilled workers and a track record of treating employees well. We vet every employer before placing anyone with them.

You’re never obligated to accept a role we present. If it’s not the right fit, we’ll keep looking. Honest feedback from you helps us find something better.

Get in touch with us. We stay in contact with the people we place, and if something isn’t right, we’ll work with you and the employer to resolve it, or look at alternative options.

Yes. Our employer network is growing constantly. Send us your CV and we’ll let you know if something suitable is available now or in the near future.

Hindi. Ang lahat ng pag uusapan ay kumpidensyal. Hindi namin kokontakin ang inyong
kasalukuyang employer, at hindi namin ibinabahagi ang inyong mga detalye sa
sinumang posibleng employer hangga’t hindi ninyo kami binibigyan ng pahintulot.

kadalasan, oo. Regular kaming nakakatulong sa mga aplikante na makakuha ng
trabaho na may mas mataas na sahod, tamang overtime pay, at karagdagang
benepisyo. Ang eksaktong halaga ay nakadepende sa inyong trabaho, karanasan, at
lokasyon, ngunit magkakaroon muna tayo ng pag uusap tungkol sa makatotohanang
maaaring kitain bago kayo magdesisyon o sumang-ayon sa anumang alok.

We handle the work permit transfer end to end

No stress, no gaps in your status, no risk to your right to remain. You focus on the new role. We handle the paperwork.

Common improvements our placed candidates see:

- Significant pay increases on their previous role
- Paid overtime at proper rates
- Subsistence and travel allowances where applicable
- Pension contributions and Bike to Work scheme access
- Clear progression and training opportunities
- Employers who actually communicate and value their workers

Applying from Abroad?

If you're a skilled worker outside Ireland or the UK looking to relocate, we'll guide you through the full process:
✅ Job matching with vetted employers who sponsor work permits
✅ Visa and work permit applications managed with experienced support
✅ Relocation packages including travel, initial accommodation, and settling-in support
✅ Pre-arrival briefings so you know what to expect
✅ On-the-ground support once you arrive

Already in Ireland or the UK?

If you’re already here on a work permit, you don’t have to stay stuck in a job that underpays you or treats you poorly.

We regularly place candidates who came over on minimum wage into roles offering substantially better pay, proper benefits, and working conditions that actually respect your skills and your time.

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UK and Irish Citizens

If you’re a UK or Irish citizen, you’re very much encouraged to apply. Our employers are looking for reliable, skilled workers from every background. Local candidates benefit from the same access to well-paid roles, proper conditions, and ongoing support throughout placement.

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How It Works

1. Get in touch Send your CV or give us a call. We’ll have a confidential conversation about what you’re looking for and what you bring to the table.

2. We match you We’ll shortlist roles that fit your skills, experience, location preferences, and pay expectations. No pressure, no rushed decisions.

3. We handle the paperwork Whether it’s a work permit transfer, a new visa application, or relocation logistics, we take care of it.

4. You start the job You arrive, you start work, and we stay in touch to make sure everything is going as it should.

Why Candidates Choose Sama Talent

  • We’re honest. If a role isn’t right for you, we’ll say so.
  • We’re experienced. We know the permit system, the employers, and the pitfalls to avoid.
  • We’re on your side. You’re not a number to us. We build long-term relationships with the people we place.
  • We deliver. Better pay, better conditions, better employers. That’s the whole point.

Ready to Talk?

Whether you're across the world or across town, we welcome a conversation. Our staff speak English, Tagalog, Bengali, Arabic, Portuguese, and Afrikaans.

Email

jobs@samatalent.com

Phone

+353(0)1 912 8090

Address

Dublin, London, Johannesburg, Manila, & Delaware

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