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VHR Success

VHR Wins at the Recruiter Awards 2026

VHR Shortlisted at the British Recruitment Awards

VHR Nominated for 11 TIARA Awards

VHR Wins MSME Business of the Year Award 2026

VHR Secures Five Shortlists at Global Recruiter Awards

VHR Shortlisted for MSME Business of the Year Award

VHR Achieves FAA Compliance for Drug & Alcohol Testing, Supporting U.S. Aviation Safety Standards

VHR Recognised as a Top Employer in Aviation for 2025

Leading the Way: VHR Celebrates Major Wins at the 2025 REC Awards

VHR Named Best UK Overseas Operation at 2025 Global Recruiter Awards

Triple Honour: Danny Brooks MBE Named IoD Global Director of the Year 2025

The UK’s Only Double Royal Award-Winning Recruiter

VHR Launches Aircraft Technical Services Division to Expand Global Aviation Capabilities

VHR's Record Breaking Night at the TIARA Recruitment Awards 2025

VHR Continues Its Award-Winning Streak at the 2025 Recruiter Awards

VHR Nominated for Five REC Awards 2025

VHR Shortlisted for Nine TIARA Recruitment Awards 2025 

VHR Shortlisted for Four Global Recruiter Awards 2025

VHR’s CEO and COO Named Finalists in 2025 IoD Director of the Year Awards

VHR Shortlisted for Eight Categories at the 2025 Recruiter Awards

VHR Wins King's Award for Enterprise 2025

VHR Named Number 16 in the Recruiter Magazine Top 100

Danny Brooks Wins Top 100 Influential People Award

VHR Win at the REC Awards 2024

VHR Win 2 Awards at the Global Recruiter Awards 2024

VHR Sign Strategic Partnership with ATS at MRO Europe 2024

VHR Win 2 TIARA Recruitment Awards 2024

VHR Win 4 Recruiter Awards 2024

VHR Shortlisted for 23 Awards

VHR Awarded 4 TIARA MENA Awards

VHR Shortlisted for 6 TIARA MENA Awards

VHR Shortlisted for 11 Industry Awards

VHR Celebrates Our 20th Birthday

VHR Announced Winners At TIARA MENA 2022 Recruitment Awards

VHR Reaches 70,000 LinkedIn Followers

VHR Win Two Global Business Excellence Awards

VHR Receive Our 50th Industry Award

VHR Talint UAE Award Winners

VHR Win A Global Recruiter Award

VHR’s COO Wins IoD Awards 2021

VHR Win A Southern Enterprise Award

 VHR’s CEO and Founder Awarded MBE

VHR Wins 2 Recruiter Awards 2020

VHR's Danny Brooks Wins IoD Award 2020

VHR Wins 2 Best Business Awards

VHR Win UAE Recruitment Award

VHR’s CEO Wins TIARA Recruitment Award

VHR Wins NatWest Great British Entrepreneur Awards

VHR’s CEO Named Telegraph Business Leader to Watch

VHR’s CEO Wins Barclays Entrepreneur Awards

VHR One of 1000 Companies to Inspire Britain 2019

VHR Wins Global Recruiter Award

VHR’s COO Wins IoD Award

VHR Has Won The Southwark Business Award For Best Medium Business!

VHR Has Won The Employee Experience Award for Best Company To Work For

VHR Wins 2 Recruiter Awards

VHR Academy Enters Its Third Wave

VHR Opens Republic of Ireland Office

VHR Wins Onrec Creative Online Marketing Award

VHR Wins 5 Awards

VHR Wins REC IRP Award

VHR’s CEO Danny Brooks Wins Institute of Directors Awards

VHR Attends Queen’s Awards Winners Gala Dinner

VHR Becomes Institute of Export & International Trade Member

VHR Wins Globee Award

VHR Wins Best Employer and Entrepreneur of the Year

VHR’s Danny Brooks Wins Global Director of the Year Award 2018

VHR Feature in Recruitment Grapevine

VHR Rank Number Seventy-Two in The Sunday Times HSBC International Track 200

VHR Wins Queen's Award for Enterprise 2018

VHR Wins Best Business Awards 2018

VHR: Professional Services Firm of the Year

Recruitment International Magazine features VHR

VHR: International Business of the Year

Created in 2003 by technical engineers and experienced recruiters, VHR delivers a partner-orientated approach. We are passionate about the industries where we operate, the career-enhancing support we provide and the people with whom we work.Whether one permanent vacancy or a team of contract specialists, VHR strives to deliver the best possible global staffing solutions.

23 Years Experience Recruiting In The Engineering Sectors

VHR is an international technical recruitment company providing solutions to the Aerospace &amp; Aviation, F1 &amp; Automotive, Engineering &amp; Manufacturing, Civils &amp; Infrastructure, Defence &amp; Security, Renewables &amp; Energy and Marine industries in 59 countries around the world.
Created in 2003 by technical engineers and experienced recruiters, VHR was created to deliver a partnership approach with ethics and collaboration at the heart of business.

To be a recruitment company that finds the best solution for you.

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VHR finds talent needed around the world when unavailable domestically. We source, recruit and onboard high quality contract and permanent workers to short time scales, high volumes and specific requirements. We are passionate about the industries where we operate, the career-enhancing support we provide and the people with whom we work.

Some Of The Aerospace &amp; Aviation Roles We Recruit For Include:

VHR provides contract and permanent recruitment, with staffing solutions tailored to suit requirements, to the Aerospace &amp; Aviation industry internationally.

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VHR is a global aerospace and aviation recruitment company, delivering highly skilled professionals to some of the world&rsquo;s leading airlines, MROs, OEMs, and defence organisations. With over 20 years of experience in the aviation industry, our specialist recruiters source top engineering and technical talent for both commercial and military aerospace projects across the globe.&nbsp;
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We understand the high standards and safety-critical demands of the aviation sector. Our team provides bespoke hiring solutions that reduce downtime, improve productivity, and ensure compliance with international aviation regulations. Whether you need contract, permanent, or project-based personnel, VHR offers fast, reliable workforce solutions tailored to your unique operational requirements.&nbsp;
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Our extensive talent pool includes licensed aircraft engineers, B1 and B2 mechanics, avionics technicians, aerospace design engineers, sheet metal workers, cabin interior specialists, and more. We work with aviation clients in Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and the Americas, providing multilingual support and local market knowledge to ensure the best possible hiring outcomes.
As an aviation recruitment agency with a global reach, VHR combines market insight, technical expertise, and a proven recruitment process to connect the right people with the right jobs. We support major aircraft maintenance programs, aircraft delivery projects, and fleet expansion initiatives by supplying certified professionals ready to perform from day one.
Looking to scale your aviation workforce or fill urgent roles fast? Contact VHR to learn how our aerospace and aviation recruitment specialists can power your business growth.

Online Aviation Training and Global Compliance

VHR offers a growing library of certified online aviation training courses designed to upskill engineers, technicians, and operational staff across the globe. These courses support compliance with international aviation standards and are tailored to meet the needs of organisations facing talent shortages or evolving regulatory frameworks. Candidates trained through our platform often go on to fill urgent vacancies, already equipped with the technical knowledge and certifications required by leading aviation authorities. Our training programmes help clients reduce onboarding times and ensure safety-critical work is performed to the highest standard from day one.
With fully compliant payroll, visa, and HR solutions available in more than 50 countries, VHR manages the complex logistics of global aviation hiring. From UAE WPS-compliant payroll and unlimited visa sponsorships to in-country compliance in Germany, the Czech Republic, and the US, we provide a streamlined route to building international teams without the usual barriers. Our in-house compliance teams work across time zones to ensure every placement meets legal and regulatory standards, giving clients peace of mind on every hire.
Looking to scale your aviation workforce or fill urgent roles fast?&nbsp;

Ethical Aviation Recruitment Built for a Global Workforce

Ethical recruitment is a core principle at VHR. We&rsquo;re committed to safeguarding workers&rsquo; rights and promoting fair treatment through every stage of the recruitment process. We co-founded a global alliance dedicated to ethical hiring practices, with a growing list of major organisations pledging their support. Our aviation recruitment model emphasises worker welfare, transparency, and long-term career growth - values that are increasingly vital for airlines, MROs, and OEMs operating internationally.
VHR&rsquo;s multilingual team supports aviation clients across EMEA, Asia, and the Americas. With specialists fluent in more than 20 languages, we bridge cultural and linguistic gaps to deliver a smooth, respectful candidate experience at every stage. Our team doesn&rsquo;t just source skills, we help build inclusive, diverse, and scalable aviation teams that reflect the global nature of the industry.

Fixed Price Recruitment Solutions for Aviation &amp; Aircraft Projects

VHR offers Fixed Price Recruitment Solutions designed to deliver cost certainty and operational efficiency for aviation projects. Instead of traditional hourly billing models, our fixed-cost approach allows clients to plan budgets confidently while receiving fully managed teams for defined scopes of work, from aircraft modification and cabin upgrades to fleet readiness and seasonal ramp-ups. This solution is ideal for MROs and aviation companies needing predictable costs and fast turnaround without compromising on safety or compliance. We handle recruitment, onboarding, logistics, and on-site coordination, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest industry standards.

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Some Of The Aerospace &amp; Aviation Roles We Recruit For Include:&nbsp;

We work with global Airlines and world-leading Maintenance Repair Organisations (MROs), Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and other Aviation-related organisations to source and deliver engineering and technical staff across the world.Led by qualified aerospace engineers together with recruitment industry professionals, VHR&rsquo;s Aerospace &amp; Aviation expertise guarantees the technical understanding, service excellence and on-time delivery required for business growth and success.

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VHR is an international technical recruitment organisation providing solutions to the Aerospace &amp; Aviation, F1 &amp; Automotive, Engineering &amp; Manufacturing, Science &amp; Technology, Defence &amp; Security, Renewables &amp; Energy, Civils &amp; Infrastructure and Marine Industries around the world.To protect our candidates, VHR works within the countries where we recruit. Our employees personally visit each country to perform welfare checks, assess candidates and ensure a positive experience for our contractors.

VHR is a global technical recruitment organisation offering tailored solutions to the Aerospace &amp; Aviation, F1 &amp; Automotive, Engineering &amp; Manufacturing, Defence &amp; Security, Renewables &amp; Energy, Civils &amp; Infrastructure, and Marine industries worldwide.
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To safeguard our candidates, VHR operates within the countries where we recruit. Our team personally conducts welfare checks, evaluates candidates, and ensures a positive experience for our contractors in each country. Additionally, in certain instances, VHR deploys dedicated Onsite Coordinators at client sites to provide ongoing support throughout the job.

Created in 2003 by former technical engineers and experienced recruitment consultants, VHR delivers a partner-orientated and consultative approach to technical recruitment.Our team is led by former industry practitioners, including a world champion sailor and British Airways Engineer. VHR's industry experts truly understand the markets we work within and the needs of businesses and candidates.

Created in 2003 by former technical engineers and experienced recruitment consultants, VHR delivers a partner-orientated and consultative approach to technical recruitment.&nbsp;
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Our team is led by former industry practitioners, including America's Cup sailors, British Airways engineers, and construction managers, our team ensures comprehensive knowledge across all levels, from the board to junior management. VHR's industry experts truly understand the markets we work within and the needs of businesses and candidates.

VHR is a specialist international organisation providing recruitment and training solutions to the Aerospace &amp; Aviation markets. We provide online training in collaboration with our EASA Part 147 Training Partner. We provide training in the following:

VHR is a specialist international organisation providing recruitment and training solutions to the Aerospace &amp; Aviation markets. We provide online training in collaboration with our EASA Part 147 Training Partner. We provide training in the following:
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VHR's specialist technical divisions use industry experts to provide international technical recruitment across the following industries.

At VHR, we connect job seekers with contract and permanent positions across 57 countries globally. Our team of specialised technical recruitment consultants are fluent in up to 22 languages, ensuring we match you with the ideal job opportunity.

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Some Of The Civils &amp; Infrastructure Roles We Recruit For Include:&nbsp;

VHR provides skilled technical staff in permanent, contract and temporary positions from entry to Executive level.

Named the Best Construction &amp; Engineering Staffing Agency of 2020 &amp; 2021 (Talint International Recruitment Awards), VHR provides business-critical workforces for leading Civil and Infrastructure companies around the world.
Our teams of former engineering professionals recruit specialists to support the entire engineering process. Our 21 years&rsquo; industry experience enables us to closely partner global companies working across Utilities, Civil Engineering, Rail, Construction &amp; Built Environment.

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Named the Best Construction &amp; Engineering Staffing Agency of 2020 &amp; 2021 (Talint International Recruitment Awards), VHR provides business-critical workforces for leading Civil and Infrastructure companies around the world.Our teams of former engineering professionals recruit specialists to support the entire engineering process. Our 21 years&rsquo; industry experience enables us to closely partner global companies working across Utilities, Civil Engineering, Rail, Construction &amp; Built Environment.&nbsp;

VHR tailors each recruitment service to the individual client. Some of our popular services include:

Experts in technical recruitment, with specialised industry knowledge spanning our sectors, to deliver tailored solutions that meet your unique requirements.

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At VHR we don&rsquo;t just source talent, but we create it through a combination of recruitment, training and relocation. We work in partnership with our clients to understand their business problems and provide innovative talent solutions that truly makes a difference to our clients' success.

At VHR, we're a multi-award-winning recruitment agency honoured with approval by the late Her Majesty The Queen and King Charles III. Our team comprises industry professionals, not just recruiters, ensuring a genuine technical understanding of our sectors..

Some Of The Energy &amp; Renewables Roles We Recruit For Include:&nbsp;

VHR provides contract and permanent recruitment, with staffing solutions tailored to your requirements, to the&nbsp;global renewables &amp; Energy sector&nbsp;— spanning offshore and onshore projects.

We work with international wind farm developers, EPC contractors, turbine OEMs, and leading utilities to source and deliver specialist engineering and technical personnel across every stage of the project lifecycle. From design and construction through installation, commissioning, operations, and maintenance, we ensure that world-class expertise powers every phase of delivery.
Led by professionals with both technical knowledge of renewable energy and extensive recruitment expertise, VHR&rsquo;s Wind &amp; Renewables team guarantees the industry insight, service excellence, and on-time talent deployment required for sustainable growth and success.

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VHR delivers bespoke recruitment solutions for the Renewables and Energy industries across the world.

As a fast-growing staffing agency with ethics and compliance at the heart of everything we do, we are proud to partner businesses around the world that are creating a more sustainable future.Our team of recruitment consultants include former technical specialists with first-hand experience across our sectors. We utilise our 21 years&rsquo; experience and in-depth technical knowledge to deliver the highest quality staff for every stage of new project implementation and renovations.

Some Of The Engineering &amp; Manufacturing Roles We Recruit For Include:

VHR provides tailored contract and permanent staffing solutions to the Engineering and Manufacturing industry internationally.

Our teams of former engineering professionals recruit specialists to support the entire engineering and manufacturing process, from design, procurement, quality, and R&amp;D through the supply chain to manufacturing and production. VHR&rsquo;s direct industry experience and in-depth knowledge spans over 20 years, enabling us to deliver niche skills to short timescales and exacting requirements.
Consecutively named Best Engineering Recruitment Agency of the year two years in a row (Recruiter Awards 24/25). VHR provides business-critical staff for large blue-chip organisations to start-up and SME businesses worldwide.
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<h2>Onsite Coordination for High-Volume Engineering Projects</h2>
To reduce management overhead and improve workforce cohesion, VHR provides onsite coordinators for large manufacturing or facility ramp-up projects. These embedded team members act as the daily liaison between your internal staff and our placed contractors, managing attendance, handling queries, monitoring safety compliance, and supporting onboarding.
This level of embedded service helps manufacturers stay focused on output while we manage workforce logistics, contractor welfare, and compliance in real time.
At VHR, we understand that engineering output isn&rsquo;t just about filling roles; it&rsquo;s about delivering productivity. Whether you need an entire shift of floor assemblers, a systems engineer for a new automation line, or a quality lead to maintain ISO and AS9100 standards, we provide more than resume; we deliver performance.
With specialist recruiters focused on engineering disciplines, production cycles, and emerging manufacturing technologies, we help you find the talent that turns plans into products faster, better, and compliantly.

From the UK and Germany to the UAE and Southeast Asia, VHR operates under fully compliant labour, tax, and visa frameworks. We provide compliant payroll, sponsorship, and HR support to engineers and technicians worldwide, ensuring every hire is legally cleared and workforce-ready.
This is especially vital for international projects where delays in permits, payroll setup, or compliance checks can disrupt timelines. Our in-house compliance specialists handle everything, so your engineering operations stay uninterrupted and audit-ready.

Cross-Sector Talent Mobility to Fill Hard-to-Find Roles

VHR leverages talent mobility across its core sectors, including aviation, automotive, marine, and defence, to fill difficult-to-source roles in manufacturing and engineering. For example, we&rsquo;ve successfully transitioned aerospace CNC machinists into defence manufacturing contracts and trained automotive harness technicians into electronics assembly for communications systems.
This cross-sector agility allows us to deliver high-performing engineers and technicians quickly, often with transferable skills that reduce learning curves and increase long-term retention.

Fixed Price &amp; Managed Project Solutions for Engineering &amp; Manufacturing

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We provide engineering and manufacturing organisations with rapid, reliable workforce delivery to meet production deadlines, prototype build requirements, and engineering change demands. Our capability includes sourcing and deploying composite technicians, CNC machinists, laminators, manufacturing engineers, quality engineers, and production technicians within accelerated timeframes, supported by full technical assessment and compliance processes.
Our delivery model manages every aspect of mobilisation&mdash;recruitment, trade testing, onboarding, relocation, and logistics&mdash;ensuring personnel are deployed efficiently and prepared for high‑precision engineering and manufacturing environments. This approach reduces operational disruption and maintains continuity across production, development, and testing activities.
For clients requiring cost certainty, we offer fixed‑price and managed project solutions aligned to defined scopes of work. These models have been applied to production facility setups, manufacturing line expansions, test and validation department builds, and complete assembly or build team deployments. Our managed service and RPO offerings provide a structured, scalable recruitment operation that supports engineering lifecycles from concept development through production, testing, and continuous improvement.
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Some Of The Engineering &amp; Manufacturing Roles We Recruit For Include:&nbsp;

VHR provides tailored contract and permanent staffing solutions to the Engineering and Manufacturing industry internationally. 

Named the Best Engineering Recruitment Agency of 2019 (Recruiter Awards 2019) &amp;&nbsp;Best Technical, Construction &amp; Engineering Recruitment Company 2021 (Talint International Recruitment Awards 2021), VHR provides business-critical staff for large blue-chip organisations to start-up and SME businesses around the world.Our teams of former engineering professionals recruit specialists to support the entire engineering and manufacturing process, from design, procurement, quality, and R&amp;D through the supply chain to manufacturing and production. VHR&rsquo;s direct industry experience and in-depth knowledge spans 21 years enabling us to deliver niche skills to short timescales and exacting requirements.

Engineering &amp; Manufacturing Recruitment

Some Of The F1 &amp; Automotive Roles We Recruit For Include:

VHR provides contract and permanent recruitment, with staffing solutions tailored to suit requirements, to the F1, Motorsport &amp; Automotive industries internationally.

VHR works with global Formula One and Motorsport teams, world-leading OEMs, Tier 1 and 2 suppliers and other Automotive-related organisations to source and deliver engineering and technical staff across the world.
With an industry-leading fill rate, VHR&rsquo;s F1 &amp; Automotive division is growing as rapidly as the amazing vehicles we help design and build. Led by specialist Automotive recruitment consultants with over 30 years&rsquo; experience, VHR&rsquo;s F1 &amp; Automotive recruitment team supply expertise from prototype to final build.

<h2>Experts in F1 &amp; Automotive Technical Recruitment</h2>
VHR delivers high-performance recruitment for the world&rsquo;s most demanding F1, motorsport, and automotive engineering environments. Whether you're building a new wind tunnel, ramping up composite production, or scaling your design office, we supply the technical experts needed, fast, compliantly, and globally. Our consultants include former engineers and motorsport professionals who understand the unique pressures of elite motorsport and vehicle development.
We recruit into critical departments, including machine shop, CAD/drawing office, aerodynamics, composites, paint shop, quality, and trackside operations. Our talent solutions cover the full development cycle, from early design phases to live race support, across both contract and permanent roles.

Global Reach with Engineering-Level Expertise

With operations in over 50 countries and local compliance across the UK, Europe, the UAE, and the Americas, VHR sources and mobilises niche talent to wherever your operations are based. Our in-house compliance team handles visa sponsorships, local payroll, and workforce onboarding, giving you fully compliant hiring solutions from start to finish. This global reach is matched by local knowledge; our recruiters speak over 22 languages and deliver culturally fluent, technically accurate candidate support.
We have placed hundreds of engineering professionals into complex roles, including laminators, stress engineers, model makers, kit cutters, CNC operators, and trimmers, &nbsp;and maintain specialist databases for immediate deployment on time-sensitive projects.

Onsite Coordinators for Seamless Workforce Management

VHR goes beyond sourcing talent; we stay embedded in your project&rsquo;s success. For large-scale or time-sensitive operations, we provide dedicated onsite coordinators who act as your extended HR and workforce partner. These coordinators handle day-to-day contractor support, manage shift patterns, oversee onboarding, and ensure compliance with site-specific safety or operational standards.
On-site coordination is particularly valuable for F1 builds, testing phases, or when scaling production lines under tight deadlines. It&rsquo;s also ideal for international deployments, where VHR manages visas, travel, accommodation, and welfare, reducing downtime and ensuring workers are fully focused from day one.
Our clients benefit from direct communication with an on-location VHR point of contact, improving response times, reducing administrative burden, and increasing project efficiency.
In previous motorsport programmes, VHR has sourced and mobilised entire teams of laminators, machine shop engineers, and trimmers, and followed that with dedicated onsite coordinators to manage everything from induction through to performance feedback. This approach has been proven to increase staff retention, speed up productivity, and maintain team cohesion across demanding, high-pressure environments.

Fixed Price &amp; Managed Project Solutions

We understand the industry&rsquo;s urgency. Whether it&rsquo;s a race deadline, a new prototype, or last-minute changes to development timelines, we deliver with speed and precision. Our team has filled entire departments in under four weeks, including sourcing and placing over 30 composite technicians across machine shop and laminating roles within a single month.
We support rapid scaling needs across F1 and automotive teams by managing everything: recruitment, trade testing, relocation, and logistics, so your engineers and technicians arrive job-ready.
For clients who need predictability, we offer fixed-price delivery models that go beyond hourly billing. Whether it's setting up a new production facility, staffing a full test department, or delivering end-to-end build teams, we deliver scope-defined, outcome-based recruitment that keeps costs transparent and timelines tight.
Our managed services and RPO solutions are ideal for clients looking to outsource recruitment while maintaining control of quality and compliance. We&rsquo;ve supported leading vehicle development projects through concept, testing, and track delivery phases under this model.

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Some Of The F1 &amp; Automotive Roles We Recruit For Include:&nbsp;

VHR work with global Formula One and Motorsport teams, world-leading OEMs, Tier 1 and 2 suppliers and other Automotive-related organisations to source and deliver engineering and technical staff across the world. With an industry-leading fill rate, VHR&rsquo;s F1 &amp; Automotive division is growing as rapidly as the amazing vehicles we help design and build. Led by specialist Automotive recruitment consultants with over 30 years&rsquo; experience, VHR&rsquo;s F1 &amp; Automotive recruitment team supply expertise from prototype to final build.

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Created in 2003 by technical engineers and experienced recruiters, VHR delivers a partner-orientated approach. We are passionate about the industries where we operate, the career-enhancing support we provide and the people with whom we work.
Whether one permanent vacancy or a team of contract specialists, VHR strives to deliver the best possible global staffing solutions.

At VHR we work in partnership with our clients finding and creating talent to onboard high-quality workers. Our technical industry experts truly understand the markets we work within and our success stories speak for themselves.

We source, recruit and onboard high quality contract and permanent workers to short time scales, high volumes and specific requirements.

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Some Of The Marine Roles We Recruit For Include:

VHR’s Marine Recruitment division provides a range of recruitment and logistic services across the race boat, performance yacht and superyacht industries.

VHR works with luxury superyacht and high-performance yacht manufacturers,&nbsp; motor and vessel builders, and other Marine-related organisations to source and deliver engineering and technical staff across the world.
Led by former Marine engineers together with recruitment industry professionals, VHR&rsquo;s global superyacht shipyard network, combined with our 30 years of international experience, firmly positions us as a leader in bespoke Marine recruitment and service management.

<h2>Scalable Workforce Solutions for Complex Marine Projects</h2>
Marine programmes often require fast, large-scale deployment of skilled labour, from hull assembly and outfitting to specialised finishing work. At VHR, we provide workforce solutions that flex with your project scope, supporting everything from one-off consultancy needs to long-term yard expansions. Our project support team works alongside your managers to ensure every hire aligns with your delivery schedule, compliance standards, and quality benchmarks.
Whether you need extra resources to meet a race deadline or to staff up a new facility, VHR builds agile marine teams who are project-ready and industry-certified.&nbsp;
Beyond new builds, VHR supports refit programmes, seasonal maintenance, and emergency repair projects. We deploy mobile teams of skilled marine professionals to support shipyards, superyacht management firms, and offshore operators. Whether the project involves classic vessel restoration or fast-response commercial repairs, we rapidly mobilise trades including carpenters, fairers, riggers, and GRP technicians to meet tight timeframes.

Onsite Coordinators for Operational Continuity

For high-volume or time-sensitive contracts, we offer dedicated onsite coordinators who serve as the direct link between your site teams and VHR&rsquo;s recruitment operation. These coordinators oversee attendance, handle documentation, track performance, and offer day-to-day contractor support, reducing delays, admin load, and project risk.
By embedding operational oversight on location, we ensure a smooth and consistent contractor experience, while giving you real-time updates and workforce control without the overhead of managing it all internally.

Compliant Global Marine Hiring Without the Hassle

Operating across multiple jurisdictions comes with unique employment and legal challenges, from visa processing to local tax and payroll regulations. VHR removes this complexity by offering fully managed, fully compliant marine hiring solutions in key global regions, including Europe, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia.
Our in-house compliance team handles everything, visa sponsorship, payroll setup, legal registrations, and worker onboarding, so you stay focused on project outcomes.
Whether you&rsquo;re recruiting local or international marine specialists, we ensure 100% alignment with all legal and operational requirements.

Language, Logistics &amp; Long-Term Partnership

The marine sector is global by nature, and so are we. With recruiters fluent in over 22 languages, VHR supports seamless communication and onboarding for cross-border placements. We also assist with flight bookings, accommodation, and candidate welfare, especially during deployments to remote or temporary marine locations.
By investing in long-term partnerships rather than one-off placements, we ensure that every project benefits from consistency, speed, and cultural alignment across the full talent lifecycle.

Some Of The Marine Roles We Recruit For Include:&nbsp;

VHR’s Marine Recruitment division provides a range of recruitment and logistic services across the race boat, performance yacht and superyacht industries. 

VHR work with luxury superyacht and performance yacht manufacturers, mainstream motor and sail craft providers and other Marine-related organisations to source and deliver engineering and technical staff across the world. Led by former Marine engineers together with recruitment industry professionals, VHR&rsquo;s global superyacht shipyard network combined with our 30 years of international experience firmly positions us a leader in bespoke Marine recruitment and service management.

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At VHR, our teams are spearheaded by industry specialists, including an MBE &amp; IoD Award-Winning CEO and COO. Our leaders feature a World Champion Sailor, a British Airways Engineer, and seasoned Technical Recruiters.

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Your Technical Staffing Partner: Expertise That Soars Above the Rest

With over 20 years of proven success, VHR specializes in delivering top-tier talent across the aerospace and technical industries. Our American team, backed by our global network, ensures customized recruitment solutions tailored to your needs.
Our team comprises industry professionals, not just recruiters, ensuring a genuine technical understanding of our sectors.
Whether it's a key staffing hire or a short notice project need, VHR strives to deliver the best possible global staffing solutions.

Finding the right talent for MROs, FBOs, airlines, aviation supply chain and aviation operations isn&rsquo;t always easy, that&rsquo;s where VHR makes the difference. VHR Americas delivers specialized aviation recruitment solutions, providing the skilled professionals your operations need to succeed.&nbsp;Whether you are filling roles or building project teams, our expert recruiters customize every hire to fit your unique requirements. From urgent AOG support to large-scale projects with tight deadlines, VHR ensures timely, cost-effective, and high-quality aviation expertise. Trust us to connect you with the right professionals, from entry-level roles to board-level positions, keeping your operations on track, on time, and within budget.

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VHR Workforce Solutions enables businesses to discover the best global talent whilst reducing administrative overhead and accessing best practice methodologies. Our industry experts manage resourcing and recruitment functions to deliver measurable and sustainable improvements to your business.Our team work in partnership with your HR and Procurement departments to develop bespoke services that match your exact requirements. VHR Workforce Solutions empowers your business with an end-to-end staffing solution that recruits and manages high volumes of quality staff, as and when you need them.

reduction in time to hire by using recruitment process outsourcing.

VHR's Global Technical Recruitment specialists operate across 59 countries around the globe. Wherever you are in the world, we're here to help.

Some Of The Defence &amp; Security Roles We Recruit For Include:&nbsp;

VHR provides tailored permanent, contract and temporary recruitment services to the Defence and Security industries internationally.

VHR work with Governmental organisations including NATO in addition to advanced technology providers and world-leading Defence, arms, cyber security firms to source and deliver the best technical staff across the world.
Our Defence &amp; Engineering recruitment specialists are qualified former professionals with direct industry experience and first-hand understanding of emerging and established technologies. VHR&rsquo;s direct industry experience and in-depth knowledge spans 21 years and empowers us to deliver the niche skills to short timescales and exacting requirements.

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VHR provides tailored permanent, contract and temporary recruitment services to the Defence and Security industries internationally. 

VHR work with Governmental organisations including NATO in addition to advanced technology providers and world-leading Defence, arms, cyber security firms to source and deliver the best technical staff across the world.Our Defence &amp; Engineering recruitment specialists are qualified former professionals with direct industry experience and first-hand understanding of emerging and established technologies. VHR&rsquo;s direct industry experience and in-depth knowledge spans 21 years and empowers us to deliver the niche skills to short timescales and exacting requirements.

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Specialisms

VHR provides contract and permanent recruitment, with staffing solutions tailored to suit requirements, to the F1, Motorsport &amp; Automotive industry internationally.

We work with global Formula One and Motorsport teams, world-leading OEMs, Tier 1 and 2 suppliers and other Automotive-related organisations to source and deliver engineering and technical staff across the world. With an industry-leading fill rate, VHR&rsquo;s F1 &amp; Automotive division is growing as rapidly as the amazing vehicles we help design and build. Led by specialist Automotive recruitment consultants with over 30 years&rsquo; experience, VHR&rsquo;s F1 &amp; Automotive recruitment team supply expertise from prototype to final build.

For two decades, VHR has been a leading provider of Executive Search solutions for the Aviation and MRO industries on a global scale. Our services span across 57 countries worldwide, and our specialist technical recruitment consultants can communicate in up to 22 different languages from our 11 global offices.
At VHR Executive, we pride ourselves on delivering a partner-orientated and consultative approach to your executive searches for talent.

Want to know more about our award-winning Executive Search?

At VHR Executive, we pride ourselves on delivering a partner-orientated and consultative approach to your executive searches for talent.

Find specialised premium talent through our global tailored searchs

<div class="me-5" data-sourceflow-type="text" data-sourceflow-path="aerospace-aviation.specialties.page.column_tabs.content_1">Some Of The Aerospace &amp; Aviation Roles We Recruit For Include:&nbsp;</div>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Project Managers: Aerospace Programs, Supply Chain</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Specialists: Procurement, Regulatory Compliance</li>
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Supporting Every Aspect of Aerospace Operations

Build a Successful and Rewarding Career – Become a Trainee Recruitment Consultant with VHR's Academy.VHR recruit 8 individuals into our revolutionary 13-week Academy Training Programme. The VHR Academy will give you the skills and guidance to become highly successful in your recruitment career, with the ability to earn commission from Day One of your Training.

Unlock Your Potential in International Recruitment

Headquartered in London, UK, VHR boasts a network of nine additional offices spanning Manchester, Birmingham, Abu Dhabi, Greensboro, Nicosia, Prague, Dublin, Leipzig, and Bologna. Interested in working with us? Download our brochure to learn more.&nbsp;

VHR is an ambitious, fast-growing recruitment agency, and we are looking for dynamic, driven individuals to work at VHR and join our company. We keep our values at the heart of our business which is why we are looking for people that demonstrate these.
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<li>Doing recruitment right</li>
<li>Teamwork &amp; honesty</li>
<li>Industry specialists</li>
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VHR is continually seeking out top talent.

Investing in people: fostering talent, nurturing growth, and shaping fulfilling careers.

Tailored to your every need, our Managed Services Programme includes:

Bespoke Managed Service Programmes to seamlessly deliver your recruitment needs globally.

<h3>Whether you want more control over your recruitment supply chain, are looking for cost reduction and increased time efficiency, or are going through a period of rapid growth, VHR Workforce Solutions can tailor the right solution for your business’ needs.</h3>