Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Specialist Recruitment Solutions
Established in 2008, Vickerstock has grown into a leading independent recruitment agency specialising in sector-specific talent acquisition across Ireland, the United Kingdom, and Europe. Our approach is built on detailed analysis, full transparency, and honesty throughout every engagement. With over 15 years of experience, we have developed an enviable reputation for service excellence, partnering with some of the most recognised organisations and brands. Our consultants are sector specialists who possess unique understanding of their markets, enabling them to act as trusted advisors for both career guidance and market intelligence.We maintain unrivalled local knowledge across all of Ireland, complemented by a strong national presence. This deep industry insight ensures a robust evaluation of skillsets and a recruitment process that adds tangible value to manufacturing and operational outputs. Our dedicated team also provides comprehensive salary surveys and market trend analysis to support informed decision-making. Through this specialist approach, we have expanded to a team of 15 professionals and recently moved into new office premises in the heart of Belfast City Centre, with satellite offices in Dublin and Manchester.
Services
Executive Search
Executive Search Plus
Temporary Staffing
Construction Recruitment
Supply Chain Recruitment
Engineering Recruitment
Food Manufacturing Recruitment
Health Safety Recruitment
Procurement Recruitment
Manufacturing Recruitment
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We have 15 years of recruitment experience
- Our consultants specialise in specific industry sectors
- We achieve 99.9% candidate placement accuracy
- We offer transparent and honest recruitment process
- Our team has unrivalled local market knowledge
What people say
Responsive and fast-acting
Excellent communication
Unmatched professionalism
Highly recommend
Seamless process
Services
Executive Search
Our executive search service identifies and attracts top-tier leadership talent for manufacturing, engineering, and construction sectors. We leverage deep industry networks and rigorous assessment methodologies to ensure cultural alignment. Clients receive a tailored, confidential process that delivers executives capable of driving organisational success.
Temporary Staffing
Our temporary staffing solution supplies qualified, job-ready candidates across multiple disciplines at the pace your business demands. We manage the entire recruitment cycle, from sourcing to compliance, ensuring minimal disruption to your operations. This flexible service supports both short-term coverage and long-term workforce planning.
Construction Recruitment
Our construction recruitment specialists cover civil, structural, and site-based roles across residential and fit-out projects throughout the UK and Ireland. We partner with leading contractors and consultancies to source hard-to-find professionals with proven project experience. Each placement undergoes rigorous vetting to match technical requirements and company culture.
Food Manufacturing Recruitment
Our food manufacturing recruitment team focuses exclusively on the FMCG sector, placing candidates in engineering, operations, quality, and technical roles across Ireland and the UK. We build enduring relationships with clients and candidates to understand precise cultural and skill requirements. This specialist approach ensures high-calibre placements that enhance operational performance.
Engineering & Manufacturing Recruitment
Our engineering and manufacturing recruitment division addresses the full spectrum of technical and leadership positions across diverse industrial sectors. With consultants possessing extensive sector experience, we deliver candidates who meet exacting technical standards and strategic objectives. The service includes executive search, permanent placement, and contract solutions tailored to client specifications.
People
Darren McVicker
Director
Darren McVicker founded Vickerstock in 2008 after two decades of building companies and teams. As Managing Director, he leads a specialist search firm focused on construction, engineering, and manufacturing recruitment across Ireland and the UK.
Brian Mitchell
Business Manager | Construction
Brian Mitchell brings over nine years of construction recruitment expertise, specialising in civil and structural consultancy roles across Northern Ireland. He leverages extensive local market knowledge to connect clients with high-calibre candidates for both permanent and contract positions.
Bea Holland
Recruitment Consultant | Construction
Bea Holland has developed a two-year career in Irish construction recruitment, focusing on site-based residential and fit-out roles. She partners with leading contractors to source hard-to-find professionals, ensuring each placement aligns with project requirements and company culture.
Wianda Pretorius
Civil Engineering & Design Resourcer | Construction ROI
Wianda Pretorius offers over 17 years of experience across construction, design, and engineering sectors. As a Civil Engineering and Design Resourcer, she delivers reliable, high-calibre talent for operational and strategic needs, prioritising long-term relationships and consistent service excellence.
Ruairi McCann
Recruitment Manager | Temporary Division
Ruairi McCann manages Vickerstock's temporary division with six years of recruitment experience. He specialises in connecting top-tier talent with leading companies across multiple industries, providing a trusted partnership for clients navigating the competitive temporary employment market.
Questions
What sectors does Vickerstock specialise in?
We specialise in construction, engineering, manufacturing, food manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, and health & safety recruitment across Ireland and the UK.
How does Vickerstock ensure candidate quality?
Our sector-specialist consultants conduct rigorous vetting, leveraging deep market knowledge and extensive networks to match technical skills and cultural alignment precisely.
What geographical areas does Vickerstock cover?
We operate throughout Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland, the United Kingdom, and Europe, with offices in Belfast, Dublin, and Manchester.
Does Vickerstock offer temporary staffing solutions?
Yes, our temporary division provides qualified, job-ready candidates at short notice across multiple disciplines, managing the full recruitment cycle for flexible workforce needs.
What makes Vickerstock different from other agencies?
Our independent, sector-focused model combines 15 years of experience with consultant-led specialisation, delivering transparent, solutions-driven recruitment that prioritises long-term relationships.
