What are staffing solutions agencies?
Staffing solutions agencies provide businesses and organisations in South Africa with external staffing solutions. These agencies are specialists in sourcing and hiring the right candidate for the job. Staffing is the key focus of their business. They have all the necessary resources and expertise to assist businesses and organisations in finding only the best candidates for the company.
Why is it better to outsource staffing to an agency?
Many employers in South Africa find staffing time-consuming and costly compared to outsourced staffing solutions, which are more cost-effective, flexible, and efficient than the customary way of staffing.
How does MASA differ from other staffing solutions agencies in South Africa?
MASA differs from all the other staffing solutions agencies because we offer businesses and organisations in South Africa a range of innovative, personalised, and tailor-made staffing solutions by experts in the field that are aimed at helping companies to maximise their recruitment ROI.
How can I benefit from outsourcing staffing to MASA?
Your business will benefit from hiring the experts at MASA staffing solutions agency to manage all your employees’ HR and payroll services. This, in turn, will free up time for your staff members to focus on running the business’s crucial functions.
It can also save your company costs because you can access MASA’s expert services at far less than it would cost to run these in-house processes.
What is the difference between staffing and recruitment?
Staffing services provide solutions to meet the specific needs of your team, whereas recruitment is the process of finding candidates for open positions.
Are staffing solutions suitable for small businesses?
Absolutely. SMEs benefit greatly from staffing solutions, especially those without dedicated HR teams. A recruitment agency can manage everything from payroll and benefits to recruitment and onboarding, offering flexible support tailored to smaller budgets and resources.
How quickly can a recruitment agency fill a position?
The time it takes to fill a position depends heavily on the role, industry, and level of specialization required. MASA (Measured Ability South Africa) leverages its extensive national database and sector-specific expertise to expedite placements wherever possible. Key factors influencing turnaround time include:
- Role complexity – General labor or administrative roles may be filled within days, while technical or executive positions can take longer.
- Candidate availability – MASA maintains ready-to-deploy talent pools across industries, which helps shorten lead times.
- Location and urgency – Offices across Johannesburg, Gauteng, and nationally allow MASA to source locally or scale regionally for fast deployment.
- Technology-driven recruitment – MASA uses digital platforms and performance-based hiring tools to streamline sourcing, vetting and onboarding.
Thanks to these efficiencies, MASA is able to fill many roles faster than traditional in-house hiring, a crucial advantage for businesses needing quick staffing solutions without compromising on quality.
Do staffing solutions include temporary and permanent placements?
Yes, staffing solutions typically include both temporary and permanent placements. This flexibility allows businesses to meet short-term project demands or secure long-term team members based on their specific needs. MASA (Measured Ability South Africa) offers a full spectrum of recruitment services, including:
- Temporary placements (short-term, seasonal, or project-based roles)
- Permanent placements (long-term hiring for core positions)
- Labour broking and outsourcing solutions
- Additional support in payroll management, bulk staffing, and HR & IR services
Their model is designed to support organizations of all sizes from small enterprises to large corporations across multiple sectors.
Can I customise the staffing services to my business needs?
Yes, MASA offers fully tailored staffing solutions, whether it’s temporary roles, permanent hires, payroll support, bulk hiring or HR & IR support. Customisation includes:
- Picking staffing types (temp vs perm) based on your business cycles.
- Workforce size flexibility, ideal for seasonal surges or project demands.
- Specialised solutions for conflict resolution, equity compliance, and cultural fit.
- Performance-based hiring, aligning candidate profiles with your objectives