Radiocoms Case Study
Radiocoms Systems Limited is the UK’s leading independent communications partner, specialising in the design, engineering, and deployment of advanced voice, video, and data communication networks.
With more than 50 years of experience, Radiocoms supports mission-critical operations across defence, emergency services, retail, healthcare, and education, providing trusted solutions that connect people when it matters most.
Operating nationally from offices in London, Heathrow, Manchester, and Swansea, Radiocoms continues to expand its engineering strength and technical capability to meet the evolving needs of its customers.
3
Years Partnered
9
Strategic Hires
50
Years of Industry Excellence
A Partnership Driving Growth
Over the past three years, Steven Kennedy, Engineering Director at Radiocoms, has partnered with Hamilton Barnes, a specialist in network and communications recruitment.
The partnership has been instrumental in supporting Radiocoms’ growth strategy, providing access to top engineering talent and strengthening the company’s ability to deliver complex, large-scale communication projects.
Together, Radiocoms and Hamilton Barnes have successfully placed nine highly skilled engineers across key roles, including Principal and Project Engineers. Each new hire has contributed to enhancing Radiocoms’ technical depth, operational performance, and continued success.
Strategic Recruitment for a Growing Engineering Force
As Radiocoms expanded its portfolio of projects, the company recognised the importance of maintaining its industry-leading standards by building a robust, forward-thinking engineering team.
Working closely with Louis Parrat, Head of RF at Hamilton Barnes, Radiocoms developed a strategic recruitment approach focused on identifying professionals with specialist expertise in our key areas of operation and growth.
This collaborative approach ensured a seamless recruitment process, connecting Radiocoms with exceptional engineers who were ready to make an immediate impact. The result, an engineering team equipped to deliver projects efficiently, innovatively, and with unwavering quality.
Delivering Success Together
The Radiocoms-Hamilton Barnes partnership showcases how aligning strategic recruitment with technical excellence drives long-term success.
With every new hire, Radiocoms has strengthened its position as a trusted leader in critical communications, capable of delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service nationwide.
“Radiocoms is a standout business in the communications sector, with a highly skilled engineering team and a clear drive for growth. Supporting them in building this capability, particularly in such a specialised and security-critical space, has been incredibly rewarding.”
- Louis Parrat, Head of RF, Hamilton Barnes
Hamilton Barnes consistently provides high-quality candidates who align with our technical and cultural expectations. Louis understands exactly what we need, and that partnership has been instrumental in supporting our ongoing growth and engineering success.
Our Process
Strengthening Engineering Teams Through Expert Recruitment
Recruitment Challenge
The Challenge
Rapid growth within Radiocoms’ engineering department led to a high demand for skilled radio engineers across multiple levels, from Junior Technicians to Principal Engineers. Many roles required specialist knowledge in DMR/PMR, Motorola, and PoC technologies, as well as SC/DV security clearance. With projects being secured at pace, sourcing suitable candidates in short timeframes was challenging. Without the right engineers, project delivery timelines and operational efficiency were at risk.
Our Approach
A Tailored Recruitment Strategy
Hamilton Barnes worked closely with Radiocoms to understand the precise requirements for each engineering role. By mapping the technical skills needed, security clearance requirements, and project priorities, Louis Parrat ensured that only the most suitable candidates were presented. The team leveraged deep industry knowledge and networks to identify candidates from military backgrounds or similar technical domains who could meet Radiocoms’ niche requirements. Open, transparent communication throughout the recruitment process meant roles were filled quickly and efficiently. Beyond core engineering positions, Hamilton Barnes also supported the recruitment of Principal and Project Engineers, ensuring all 9 key positions were successfully filled.
Results Delivered
Strengthening the Engineering Team
Through this partnership, Hamilton Barnes has helped Radiocoms strengthen its engineering team, ensuring the company can meet the demands of its growing client base and deliver projects on schedule. Each hire has contributed to smoother project delivery, increased operational capability, and reinforced Radiocoms’ reputation for technical excellence. By providing candidates who are both technically skilled and security-cleared, Hamilton Barnes has helped the business maintain efficiency, reliability, and service quality across its operations. The 9 placements made to date have been instrumental in supporting Radiocoms’ rapid growth and expanding project portfolio.
Partnership Success
A Collaborative and Lasting Partnership
The relationship between Radiocoms and Hamilton Barnes is built on trust, understanding, and collaboration. Steven Kennedy highlights the ease of working with Louis Parrat and the team, who consistently provide candidates that match both technical requirements and organisational culture. This ongoing partnership has become a cornerstone of Radiocoms’ recruitment strategy, enabling the business to scale rapidly while maintaining high standards in technical delivery and team capability. Hamilton Barnes’ proactive and knowledgeable approach ensures that Radiocoms continues to have access to top-tier engineering talent.
Hamilton Barnes consistently provides high-quality candidates who align with our technical and cultural expectations. Louis understands exactly what we need, and that partnership has been instrumental in supporting our ongoing growth and engineering success.
