Industrial Recruitment Agency in Tangier & Kenitra | Pheniciafrica
Pheniciafrica, a subsidiary of Phenicia Conseil based in Casablanca, supports Moroccan businesses and international groups with their recruitment needs in Tangier, Kenitra and the major industrial hubs of northern Morocco.
Specialising in international recruitment and executive search, our recruitment agency identifies and attracts Plant Managers, Industrial Directors, Production Managers, Engineers, Supply Chain Directors, Maintenance Managers and senior executives.
Our added value lies in our in-depth understanding of industrial professions, our rigorous competency assessment methodology and our intercultural expertise, particularly suited to the Moroccan subsidiaries of European industrial groups.
Our commitment: identifying the talent that will drive your industrial performance. »
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Tangier–Kenitra: A Strategic Industrial Hub
Morocco’s industrial development is supported by several major economic centres, with Tangier and Kenitra playing a particularly strategic role.
Tangier benefits from the presence of the Tanger Med port complex, specialised industrial zones, automotive manufacturers and an extensive network of international automotive suppliers. Tangier Automotive City and Tangier Free Zone contribute to the development of an industrial ecosystem closely connected to European supply chains.
Kenitra has also established itself as a major industrial hub, particularly through Atlantic Free Zone and the presence of companies specialising in automotive manufacturing and components.
These two industrial centres generate significant demand for technical expertise, industrial management and operational leadership.
Their continued development is increasing the need for professionals capable of managing production operations, maintaining quality standards and supporting organisational transformation.
For international industrial groups, the challenge goes beyond the availability of a qualified workforce. It involves building management and leadership teams capable of combining operational performance, cost control, quality requirements and effective cooperation with European headquarters.
Pheniciafrica supports companies in identifying and recruiting these strategic skills.
Industrial Zones in Morocco
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Recruiting Industrial Executives in Tangier and Kenitra
Industrial recruitment requires specialised expertise. The skills sought must match demanding production environments characterised by strict requirements in quality, productivity, safety and delivery deadlines.
A Plant Manager must understand production challenges while demonstrating strong leadership skills and the ability to unite teams around shared objectives.
A Maintenance Manager must combine technical expertise, risk anticipation and the ability to minimise production downtime.
A Supply Chain Director must ensure the reliability of logistics and supply flows within an increasingly international industrial environment.
Pheniciafrica tailors its executive search and recruitment services to the specific requirements of each position and industrial sector.
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Functions |
Profiles Recruited |
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Industrial Management |
Plant Manager, Industrial Director, Operations Director |
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Production |
Production Manager, Methods Manager, Continuous Improvement Manager |
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Maintenance |
Maintenance Director, Maintenance Manager, Maintenance Engineer |
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Quality |
Quality Director, QHSE Manager, Quality Engineer |
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Logistics |
Supply Chain Director, Logistics Manager, Procurement and Supply Manager |
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Engineering |
Technical Director, Process Engineer, Industrial Project Manager |
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Support Functions |
Industrial HR Director, Finance Director, Purchasing Manager |
Our objective is to present companies with candidates who have been assessed on their actual competencies, professional achievements and ability to succeed within the proposed working environment.
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Automotive, Aerospace, Logistics and Manufacturing Recruitment
Automotive Manufacturing and Suppliers
Recruitment of professionals specialising in production, quality management, industrial maintenance, manufacturing methods, industrialisation and plant management.
Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering
Recruitment of specialised engineers, technical managers and experts in industrial manufacturing processes.
Transport and Logistics
Recruitment in supply chain management, purchasing, procurement, production planning and logistics operations.
Electrical and Electronics Industries
Recruitment of engineers, maintenance managers, automation specialists and technical management professionals.
The establishment and expansion of international industrial groups in Tangier and Kenitra are contributing to increasingly demanding recruitment requirements for industrial executives and technical specialists.
Companies need professionals capable of managing complex industrial processes, applying international quality standards and contributing to continuous improvements in operational performance.
Pheniciafrica addresses these recruitment challenges by combining technical competency assessments with an analysis of candidates’ managerial capabilities and behavioural skills.
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An HR Recruitment Partner for European Industrial Groups
French, German, Spanish and Belgian companies expanding their industrial operations in Tangier or Kenitra often need to reconcile the expectations of their international headquarters with the operational realities of their Moroccan subsidiaries.
This requires managers who can communicate effectively with different stakeholders, understand corporate standards and mobilise local teams around shared objectives.
International experience is a valuable asset, but it does not automatically guarantee recruitment success.
Pheniciafrica also assesses candidates’ ability to work in multicultural environments, manage differences in leadership practices and support organisational transformation.
Our intercultural recruitment expertise adds an essential dimension to the assessment of industrial managers and senior executives.
We identify managers capable of bridging the gap between your group’s international ambitions and the operational realities of your teams in Morocco.
For European HR Directors and industrial executives, this approach helps secure strategic recruitment decisions while supporting effective cooperation between headquarters and local operations.
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Industrial Performance Starts with the Right Talent
Recruiting an industrial executive should be considered a strategic investment.
A recruitment mistake involving a Plant Manager, Production Manager or Maintenance Manager can directly affect product quality, productivity, workplace safety and operational continuity.
Pheniciafrica prioritises an in-depth assessment of candidates’ competencies and the measurable results achieved in their previous positions.
As an example, the assessment of an Industrial Director could be structured around the following criteria.
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Assessment Criteria |
Weight |
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Industrial and Technical Expertise |
25% |
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Management and Leadership Experience |
20% |
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Proven Operational Results |
20% |
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Intercultural Adaptability |
15% |
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Project Management and Transformation |
10% |
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Motivation and Suitability for the Position |
10% |
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Total |
100% |
Illustrative assessment framework to be adapted to the responsibilities of the position and the client’s specific expectations.
This methodology enables companies to compare candidates using clearly defined professional criteria established before the recruitment process begins.
It also helps HR Directors and industrial decision-makers make more informed recruitment decisions based on objective evidence rather than relying exclusively on CVs, job titles or first impressions.
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Our Industrial Recruitment Methodology
Every recruitment assignment begins with an in-depth understanding of the company’s industrial challenges.
We analyse its organisational structure, operational constraints, production objectives, job responsibilities and the essential competencies required for success.
Our candidate search then focuses on identifying professionals whose experience and qualifications correspond to the client’s expectations.
Structured interviews enable us to assess professional achievements, responsibilities actually held, technical competencies and managerial capabilities.
For senior management and leadership positions, particular attention is given to candidates’ ability to lead teams, manage priorities and contribute to continuous improvements in industrial performance.
Shortlisted candidates are presented with a detailed assessment of their suitability, enabling companies to make informed recruitment decisions.
Finally, our onboarding follow-up supports the successful integration of recruited professionals and helps establish a lasting working relationship.
This comprehensive recruitment approach reflects Pheniciafrica’s commitment to providing industrial companies with reliable, sustainable and value-added recruitment solutions.
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Entrust Your Industrial Recruitment to Pheniciafrica
Are you establishing a manufacturing plant in Tangier? Expanding a production facility in Kenitra? Looking to recruit an Industrial Director, Maintenance Manager, Process Engineer or Supply Chain Director?
Pheniciafrica supports your recruitment of executives, engineers, managers and technical specialists throughout the industrial hubs of northern Morocco.
Our presence in Casablanca, combined with the international recruitment expertise of Phenicia Conseil, enables us to support both Moroccan companies and European industrial groups seeking strategic talent.
Whether you are launching a new industrial project, strengthening your management team or expanding an existing manufacturing operation, our recruitment consultants help you identify the professionals capable of supporting your development.
Pheniciafrica: Industrial Talent Driving Your Growth in Morocco.
Do you have an industrial position to fill in Tangier or Kenitra?
Contact our recruitment agency to discuss your talent acquisition needs and the skills required to achieve your industrial objectives.