Construction Materials Manufacturing Recruitment
ATA Recruitment is a specialist recruitment partner for the construction materials manufacturing sector. For over a decade, we’ve supported leading manufacturers across the UK, helping them build high-performing engineering and operational teams to drive productivity, automation, and innovation.
From bricks and cement blocks to insulation and drylining systems, we understand the complexity and scale of running a modern construction materials plant. We’ve toured kilns, walked production lines, and taken time to understand the challenges of heat, safety, automation, and throughput, so we can deliver tailored recruitment solutions that work.
A Decade of Experience in Construction Manufacturing
We’ve built long-standing partnerships with some of the UK’s biggest construction products brands. Whether you're producing thermal insulation or high-strength aggregates, our team knows the process technologies, environmental standards, and site operations that underpin your success.
This in-depth knowledge helps us deliver the right candidates, whether for permanent positions, fixed-term projects, or urgent contractor assignments.
OUR AREAS OF EXPERTISE
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Permanent Recruitment
Maintenance Engineer
Maintenance Planner
Maintenance Manager
Stores Operative
Production Team Leader
Project Manager
Health and Safety Engineer
Continuous Improvement Engineer
Quality Engineer
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Contract Recruitment
Maintenance Engineer
Maintenance Planner
Semi-skilled and Skilled Operatives
Stores Operative
Production Team Leader
Health and Safety Engineer
Continuous Improvement Engineer
Quality Engineer
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Interim Recruitment
Maintenance Manager
Engineering Manager
Production Manager
Plant Manager
Operations Manager
Engineering Director
Technical Director
Health and Safety Manager
Factory Manager
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ATA Search
Engineering Manager
Production Manager
Plant Manager
General Manager
Operations Manager
Operations Director
Engineering Director
Technical Director
Managing Director
Latest Jobs In Construction Materials Manufacturing
Maintenance Engineer
£47000 - 47000 per year Annual Bonus and Progression
Hatfield
Role: Maintenance Engineer Location: Hatfield Shifts: Days – Monday to Friday Package: £47,000 + 10% Bonus + £1000 Safety Bonus The Company ATA Recruitment are proud to be working with a industry leading client in production of materials for the building industry from recycled sources, operating across 3 various sites in the UK and having sites worldwide as well. Financially providing security and longevity with the security of working for a global company allowing you to be able to focus on your role and helping the company grow. My client currently pride themselves in providing the best quality products and developing the business at a sustainable rate. At their site in Welwyn Garden City they have recently have a fair few million pounds invested in updating their site so it can run as efficiently as possible. They are currently in the middle of looking at investing a further million pound to help the growth further – The site are always looking to grow using CI so they can upgrade via projects and continuously improve efficiently so there is a fair amount of opportunity to get your teeth stuck into. With this role you will be working on rolling Mills, Saw lines, Gas Burners, Separators, Filtration Systems The Role As a Maintenance Engineer you will be: Joining the electrical team and working as part of the team with various engineers, a team leader and an apprentice On a daily basis you will be mechanically fault finding, working with components such as: Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Mills and more Reacting to mechanical breakdowns as well as working along a PPM schedule to pro actively keep the site manufacturing they’re product Supporting with Projects and Installation when required The potential to step up into a team leader role and get involved with the projects and continuous improvement to be able to grow the site and keep it advancing and progressing The Candidate In a Maintenance Engineer I am looking for: An engineer with an established engineering qualification Happy working as part of a team but when needed be able to work independently Confident fault finding electrically and working on three phase motors A quick learner who can adapt and get along with team members and potentially show the capability to step up to a Team Leader The Package As a Maintenance Engineer you will receive: An Annual salary of £47,000 Potential to earn easily £50,000 including bonuses and safety bonuses Days only shifts – Mon – Friday – flexi Opportunities to progress within the next 6-12 months ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
£33 - 35 per hour
Newbury
Mechanical Maintenance Engineer Location: Thatcham Contract: 3-Month Rolling Contract Shifts: Panama Shifts – 12hr Days & Nights Rate: £33ph - £35p/h – Outside IR35 The Role: We’re looking for a skilled Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join a busy industrial site on a 3-month rolling contract. You’ll be responsible for ensuring machinery is running smoothly and efficiently across the site. Day-to-day responsibilities will include: Reactive maintenance and mechanical fault finding on a range of production machinery Planned preventative maintenance (PPM) Component swaps and repairs on equipment such as conveyors, cranes, cookers, slicers, pallets, and more The Ideal Candidate Will Have: Solid mechanical maintenance experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment A recognised mechanical engineering qualification (Apprenticeship or Level 3 NVQ/equivalent) Strong fault-finding and repair skills across a range of mechanical components A completed mechanical apprenticeship (preferred) What’s on Offer: Rolling 3-month contract Consistent Panama shift pattern (days & nights) Minimum 42 hours per week £33ph - £35p/h – Outside IR35 Immediate start available I am looking to speak to talented Mechanical Maintenance Engineers who are looking for a rewarding and highly challenging position. For more information, please contact Fred O’Reilly 07827918324 or email your CV to fred.oreilly@ata-recruitment.co.uk Recruitment Specialist at ATA Recruitment. ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and General Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website - By applying you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice which can be found on our website. ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Maintenance Engineer
£53750 - 53750 per year 10% company pension, fantastic share saver scheme, generous holiday allowance, career progression op
Ollerton
Maintenance engineer (electrical bias), £53750, Kirton, 4 on 4 off Days and Nights Package & benefits – 10% company pension, fantastic share saver scheme, generous holiday allowance, career progression opportunities, extra qualifications. About the client ATA are supporting a multisite manufacturing group at their well-established site in the Nottinghamshire region. The group who has a 35% foothold within their market are a giant within the industry and have been going form strength to strength since their inception in the 60s, now turning over north of £300 million. The company employ over 2000 staff across the country and boast a portfolio of manufactured goods second to none. These goods are some of UKs most recognisable brands of which have become a staple part of the British construction market. This site is an extremely important cog in the company wheel & produces just shy of 100 million units every year, making it one of the most profitable sites within the group. They’re now looking for a maintenance engineer of electrical bias to join their team. About the role This is a real engineering business meaning the role is very hands on. It will involve maintenance PPM & Reactive maintenance on automated plant machinery. Fault finding and fault rectification. Installation and project work Although being heavy industrial, this is also a very automated environment which will require you to complete maintenance on equipment including conveyors, robotics, packaging lines, palletisers, mixing equipment, kilns plus specialist equipment. About you To be considered for this maintenance engineer position you should be/have the following: Experience working as a maintenance engineer within a factory environment. Experience with electrical maintenance, ability to swap out electrical components. Experience with maintenance in control panels Electrical fault-finding to conclusion. Recognised NVQ engineering qualification (Or equivalent) The benefits Joining our client, you will be joining a reputable business who offer fantastic training and benefits including a pension matched up to 10%. You will be joining a company that has seen an impressive increase in their profit over the last 5 years which has allowed them to acquire some of their competition, build new sites and invest within training and development of their staff. If you think you are the right maintenance engineer for this market leader, please press apply, call Ashton on 07814905283, or email your CV too ashton.kenney@ata-recruitment.co.uk ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and general Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website. ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
£53000 - 53000 per year 10% Pension + OT
Lancashire
Mechanically Biased Shift Engineer – Blackburn Salary- £53,000+ Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off Days and nights Pension: 10% Company Contribution Location: Blackburn We are seeking a proactive, mechanically skilled and safety-conscious Shift Engineer to join our engineering & maintenance team. This role is ideal for someone with strong mechanical capability, methodical problem-solving ability, and experience within an industrial or production environment. About You You’ll bring a strong mechanical background supported by recognised qualifications and at least three years of hands-on experience in maintenance, repair, or industrial engineering settings. You’ll be someone who understands how machinery behaves and can diagnose, repair and improve plant performance with confidence and care. You will also: Have a strong understanding of mechanical systems, bearings, drives, gearboxes and moving plant. Have a safety-first mindset, backed by practical knowledge of engineering controls and site precautions. Work well individually and collaboratively. Take pride in delivering work to a high standard. Required Experience: A strong base of mechanical learning and site-based understanding across areas such as: Mechanical qualifications NVQ 3 or higher Solid manual handling awareness Plant safety knowledge Understanding of confined-space requirements Lock-off / isolation experience Key Responsibilities: Perform mechanical maintenance, repairs and servicing of plant and equipment. Work collaboratively with Maintenance Electricians when required. Keep plant maintenance logs, operational data and PPM documentation up to date. Use tools and equipment safely with correct PPE and immediately withdraw defective tools from service. Report hazards, failures or irregularities to the Maintenance Manager. Maintain workplace housekeeping and safe working conditions. Carry out high-standard PPM activity with clear written records. Be willing to work reasonable overtime and support holiday cover. What We Offer: A competitive remuneration package 4 on / 4 off rotation to support predictable work/life balance Up to 10% employer pension contribution Ongoing technical development and up-skilling Access to wellbeing, health and lifestyle initiatives (including cycle & fitness options) A confidential support service for you and your immediate household A strong team culture with engineering-led problem-solving values Interviews can be arranged immediately so apply by following the online instructions or send a CV to Andrew.bairstow@ata-recruitment.co.uk ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and general Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website. By applying you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice which can be found on our website. ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer
£54000 - 54000 per year Pension + Bonus + OT
Flintshire
Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer Salary: £54,000 + up to £2,000 annual bonus Shifts: 4 on / 4 off (Days and Nights) Benefits: 5% company pension contribution, 25 shift holiday days, tailored training & development plans Our client is a well-established manufacturing business that continues to invest heavily in both its people and its facilities. Most recently, they’ve committed over £4 million to install a brand-new production line — and they are now seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer to join their team. The Role This is a fantastic opportunity to join a modern site with cutting-edge equipment. As a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer, you’ll be responsible for ensuring that production machinery and systems run reliably and efficiently. Working on a 4 on / 4 off shift pattern, you’ll carry out both planned and reactive maintenance while supporting continuous improvement across the plant. Key Responsibilities Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance across mechanical and electrical systems Diagnosing and resolving breakdowns quickly to minimise downtime Supporting the commissioning and ongoing performance of the new line Collaborating with production teams to enhance reliability and efficiency Contributing to site-wide continuous improvement projects Candidate Profile Minimum NVQ 3 qualification (or equivalent) in engineering Proven background in an FMCG manufacturing environment Confident fault-finding across both electrical and mechanical disciplines Proactive, problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement Strong team player with excellent communication skills What’s On Offer £54,000 base salary plus up to £2,000 annual bonus 4 on / 4 off shift pattern for strong work-life balance 5% company pension contribution 25 shift holiday days Tailored training and development plans The chance to work on a modern site following a £6m investment This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking manufacturer that values its people and offers long-term career growth. Interviews can be arranged immediately so apply by following the online instructions or send a CV to Andrew.bairstow@ata-recruitment.co.uk ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and general Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website. By applying you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice which can be found on our website. ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Structural Engineer
£40000 - 55000 per year + Flextime
Derby
Structural Engineer Derbyshire £40,000- £55,000 (DOE) 25 days holiday + bank holidays + Flexitime Reference: HS- ESCPJ The Company The business has a 40 year trading history with over 700 employees internationally working across the energy, power and a wide number of other industrial engineering sectors. The business delivers high value bespoke engineering projects with specially manufactured mechanical systems supported by large scale mechanical structures, frames and enclosures to support and house the systems. The UK office has grown incredibly from a new business several years ago to now employing more than 30 staff as they continue to win exciting new projects and break into new industrial engineering sectors. Due to their growth they are now recruiting for a Structural Engineer who will be responsible for carrying out all the verification and calculations for the large fabricated support structures on projects. If you’re looking for a role where you’re involved from conceptual design using engineering first principles then please apply line for speedy consideration. The Role As a Structural Engineer, you’ll be responsible for the structural integrity of steel structures across multiple products. Working closely with the mechanical design team and international colleagues, you will ensure all structures meet relevant design codes and client specifications. This is role has a strong focus on analysis rather than CAD design. Ideal for someone who enjoys solving structural problems and working across a broad range of engineered products. What you’ll be doing: Carrying out structural calculations for frames, beams, columns and fabricated assemblies Working to Eurocodes, ASCE and international standards Using structural analysis tools (Autodesk Robot or similar) Validating designs from the CAD team Producing technical reports and specs Liaising with project engineers and overseas colleagues Occasional UK and international site visits (expenses covered) The Candidate Experience in structural analysis for steel structures Highly competent in carrying out mechanical structural first principal calculations such as bending moments, beam calculations, force, stress and strain calcuations Knowledge of international codes and standards Degree qualified in an engineering discipline Open to occasional travel The benefits: £40k–£55k (more for senior-level experience) 24 days holiday + bank hols Flexitime Potential Bonus Bupa healthcare Pension up to 5% Working with a Global Company Apply Send your CV to harjot.singh@ata-recruitment.co.uk or call 07827 256652 for more info. ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Electrical Design Engineer
£40000 - 45000 per year Healthcare + Flexitime
Nottingham
Electrical Design Engineer Nottingham £45,000 + Healthcare + 25 Days Holiday + Flexitime Reference: HS-DEEDP The Company We’re working with a long-established building services consultancy delivering mechanical and electrical design into education, healthcare, commercial and leisure projects. They work with major names and high-profile sites, and due to strong project demand going into 2026, the electrical team is expanding. The business has been operating for decades, is privately owned, and has a close-knit team of experienced M&E engineers. The business has a solid pipeline, stable workload, and a friendly, professional office environment. The Role A hands on electrical design role producing building services designs for a wide range of projects dealing with clients in the Medical, Commercial and Educational industries. Your Responsibilities: Electrical building services design for power, lighting, emergency lighting and fire alarms. Electrical calculations: cable sizing, volt drop, short circuit, lighting calculations. Producing drawings, specification and cost estimates. Coordinating closely with the mechanical design team on layout Liaising directly with clients and subcontractors. Attending sites, design meetings and client meetings. Ensuring compliance with BS codes and relevant building services standards Supporting projects from concept through to handover The Candidate: 3–5 years’ experience in electrical building services design Strong understanding of BS codes. Proficient in AutoCAD Experience with calculation tools like: Amtech, Dialux or simalr Ability to independently produce electrical designs and calculations Confident communicator with strong client-facing skills Full right to work in the UK (no sponsorship) Nice to Have: Revit MEP or MagiCAD experience A supporting engineering qualification IET or CIBSE membership Awareness of Part L, BREEAM or general sustainability requirements What’s On Offer: up to £45,000 Flexitime (core hours 10–3, office open 7:30–6:30) Private AXA healthcare 25 days holiday + bank holidays Statutory pension Stable workload & exposure to major projects Support for future chartership Apply If you’re interested in this Electrical Design Engineer role, send your CV to harjot.singh@ata-recruitment.co.uk or call 07827 256652 for a confidential chat. ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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ATA Recruitment is proud to be a trusted name in construction materials manufacturing recruitment. Our deep sector knowledge, consultative approach, and commitment to quality service make us the ideal partner for businesses and professionals looking to thrive in this evolving sector.
WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
"I would like to give testimony to how well ATA Recruitment performed in helping us to recruit for various roles over the last few months. The SHE Coordinator that we have set on which you put forward is proving to be as good as we hoped, and our Engineering Manager is very pleased with the potential of the maintenance recruitments he has made through ATA Recruitment."
Plant Manager, Forterra
"In September 2021, we needed to recruit some senior-level positions for the group including Head of Operations, and given the climate at the time with candidates, we knew this would be very challenging. We approached ATA Search to help assist us with the recruitment through a retained search assignment.
ATA Search were exceptionally thorough when taking the brief and asked a lot of questions to get a very detailed understanding of the position and the company.
They were professional in their approach and their willingness to work with the Epwin Group was fantastic. We were fully briefed on all candidates and received very detailed information on candidate profiles and CVs as well as an end-to-end managed process.
ATA Search succeeded in placing two candidates into the senior roles and as such, have also gone on to recruit two Managing Directors, two Sales Directors, Operations Director, General Manager, multiple Operation Leaders, Head of Purchasing and many more for all of our Group Companies. All these positions are key strategic positions that are paving the way for the Group to achieve its growth targets. The Thomas International Psychometric tools offered are also very valuable as they give us a greater insight into the person we are hiring."
Group Recruitment Manager, Epwin Group Plc