Our take
BLACKROC focuses on technology and digital hiring rather than general staffing. Its own site describes a Brisbane owned boutique, and reviewers repeatedly mention clear communication and support after starting work. For employers comparing technology recruiters in Brisbane, that specialist focus is useful, although it will not suit every vacancy outside technology.
- Technology recruitment
- Contract recruitment
- Executive search
Who will you deal with?
Jason Roulston is the founder and managing director, while Melissa Occhipinti is a cofounder and director responsible for contingent workforce recruitment. The current team page also names Natalie Keam, Jordan Ricketts and several consultants. Reviews frequently mention Jason, Melissa and Natalie, so ask which specialist will own your brief and whether they will remain your contact after placement.
From the firm's own website, its ABN record and what clients say in their reviews. Checked October 2026.
What clients say
Recent reviews from the firm's Google Business Profile.
Working with Jason at BLACKROC was genuinely one of the best recruitment experiences I've had. From the first conversation, it was clear he had taken the time to actually understand the role, the client, and what I'd been building, rather than just matching keywords on a JD. What stood out most was his transparency and advocacy. He shared the client's evaluation criteria openly, gave me honest feedback throughout,…
Jason from BLACKROC was fantastic to work with. The standout for me was his communication super helpful, incredibly fast with follow ups, and he didn't just disappear once the contract was signed. He kept in touch after I started the role to make sure it was a good fit. Really appreciate the support and highly recommend
I had an outstanding experience with BLACKROC throughout my recruitment process. A special thank you to Melissa Occhipinti and Natalie Keam, whose professionalism, clarity, and genuine support made the entire journey seamless. Their communication was consistent, transparent, and always focused on finding the right fit and I’m thrilled to have secured my new role with Airservices Australia. BLACKROC set a high bar…
Checked against the ABN register
We couldn't confirm a single ABN for this firm. Ask the firm for its ABN and check it on ABN Lookup before engaging it.
Multiple or insufficiently corroborated legal entity candidates mean we have not confirmed an ABN. Ask the firm for the contracting entity before engaging it. Checked October 2026.
Example from their blog
BLACKROC Recruitment publishes articles on its own website one of our listing criteria. An article we checked:
AI Skills for Technology Jobs in 2026
Published 30 Sep 2026
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