Business Details
18 Years
experience
Expert Recruitment Services in Chester
Established in 2008 by Karl Roberts and John Richards, 3R Consulting has grown from a sales recruitment specialist to a multi-sector recruitment agency covering construction, healthcare, logistics, and more. Our team of consultants, with over 100 years of combined experience, operates from offices in Chester and Belfast, providing national coverage with a localised approach. We prioritise understanding both client requirements and candidate aspirations, ensuring precise role-candidate alignment.Our consultants, many of whom have industry-specific backgrounds, deliver tailored recruitment solutions across the UK and Ireland. We maintain a personal, no-nonsense approach, distinguishing ourselves through transparency, efficiency, and long-term client relationships. Our success stems from a commitment to matching talent with opportunity, supported by a deep understanding of sector-specific challenges and demands.
Services
Construction Recruitment
Healthcare Recruitment
Logistics Recruitment
Engineering Recruitment
Sales Recruitment
IT Recruitment
Hospitality Recruitment
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer over 100 years of combined recruitment experience across multiple sectors.
- Our team provides a personalised, no-nonsense approach to candidate and client needs.
- We operate nationally with local expertise in key UK and Irish markets.
- We maintain strong industry relationships to access top-tier talent and opportunities.
- Our consultants have sector-specific knowledge to ensure precise role-candidate matches.
What people say
Friendly and efficient service
Right candidate sent quickly
Personalized approach
Strong industry knowledge
Successful placements
Services
Construction Recruitment
We specialise in permanent recruitment for construction roles, including site inspectors, project managers, and compliance specialists. Our consultants have deep sector knowledge and relationships with approved inspector organisations. We match candidates with roles requiring technical expertise and regulatory understanding across the UK.
Healthcare Recruitment
Our healthcare recruitment covers pharmacists, optometrists, and laboratory technicians across the UK and Ireland. We maintain a database of compliant candidates and understand the sector's regulatory and patient-care requirements. We ensure placements meet both clinical and organisational needs.
Logistics Recruitment
We recruit logistics professionals from planners to general managers, serving SMEs and multinationals. Our consultants understand supply chain complexities and identify talent with operational and strategic capabilities. We focus on roles requiring efficiency and process optimisation.
Engineering Recruitment
We provide engineering specialists in nuclear, automotive, and manufacturing sectors. Our team places quality and operational staff who deliver impact in complex environments. We serve clients needing precision and innovation across diverse engineering disciplines.
Sales Recruitment
With decades of experience, we recruit sales professionals from executives to directors. Our consultants understand sales dynamics and identify candidates with proven track records. We serve clients seeking talent to drive revenue and market expansion in competitive sectors.
People
Karl Roberts
Co-Founder & Consultant
Co-founder of 3R Consulting with over 25 years in recruitment. Specialises in sales and executive roles. Leads Chester operations with a focus on client-candidate relationship-building.
John Richards
Co-Founder & Consultant
Co-founder and construction recruitment expert. Over 25 years of industry experience. Manages key client relationships and ensures sector-specific expertise in placements.
Simon Brady
Senior Consultant
Head of Belfast office with 15+ years in recruitment. Specialises in Irish market logistics and engineering roles. Focuses on long-term client partnerships and talent development.
Dan Finney
Recruitment Consultant
Sales recruitment specialist with 10 years of experience. Manages telesales and executive placements. Known for understanding candidate career aspirations and client business goals.
Gavin Chalmers
Recruitment Consultant
Engineering recruitment expert with 12 years in technical staffing. Builds relationships with manufacturers and engineering firms. Focuses on matching technical skills with organisational culture.
Questions
What sectors does 3R Consulting specialise in?
We specialise in construction, healthcare, logistics, engineering, sales, IT, and hospitality recruitment across the UK and Ireland.
How does 3R Consulting match candidates to roles?
We conduct detailed consultations to understand skills, experience, and career goals, then align these with client requirements for precise matching.
Do you operate only in the UK?
We have national coverage across the UK and Ireland, with offices in Chester and Belfast supporting localised recruitment needs.
What experience do your consultants have?
Our team has over 100 years of combined recruitment experience, with many consultants having industry-specific backgrounds in their specialisms.
How quickly can you fill a vacancy?
We prioritise urgent roles, leveraging our candidate database to often provide suitable applicants within days of instruction.
Can I discuss recruitment needs confidentially?
Yes, all client and candidate discussions are handled with strict confidentiality throughout the recruitment process.
