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Electrical Controls Engineer
£45000 - 50000 per year Bonus + Car Allowance + OT
Blackburn
Electrical Control Engineer Salary: £45,000-£50,000 Package: £6,000-£8,000 Bonus + 5k car allowance + OT Location: Blackburn Shifts: Days (37.5 hours) Are you an experienced Electrical Control Engineer looking to work at the cutting edge of technology? Join a dynamic team designing and manufacturing special-purpose machinery for leading blue-chip companies in the UK and worldwide. The company We are recruiting for an innovative and fast-growing business specialising in custom-engineered solutions for some of the biggest names in the industry worldwide. Their bespoke machinery integrates the latest advancements in automation, robotics, and control systems. The Role Of The Electrical Controls Engineer As an Electrical Control Engineer, you will: • Design, develop, and implement control systems for bespoke machinery. • Program PLCs, HMIs, and motion control systems to meet customer specifications. • Work collaboratively with mechanical and software engineers to ensure seamless integration of systems. • Conduct testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning of machinery both on-site and at client locations. • Provide technical support and training to end users as needed. What We’re Looking For We’re seeking talented professionals who are passionate about engineering and innovation. Ideal candidates will have: • Experience in Electrical Engineering, Control Engineering, or a related field. • Proficiency in PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and HMI development. • Strong understanding of industrial automation, sensors, and servo systems. • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure. What’s in it for you? • Work on challenging, high-profile projects. • Be part of a supportive, collaborative team in a growing company. • Hybrid working. • Competitive salary and benefits package. How to Apply If you’re an electrical Controls Engineer looking for the opportunity to join a great working environment for a company who invest time and money into their employees, then now is your chance. then we want to hear from you interviews can be arranged immediately so apply by following the online instructions or send a CV to Taylor.Hardwick@ata-recruitment.co.uk 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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Prepper
£15 - 16 per hour
Daventry
Prepper (Day & Night) – Daventry Experience in strong edge-to-edge filler work is essential £16.64 per hour (£34,354 per annum) (Over time available) Days 0800-1700 Monday to Thursday, Friday 0800-1600 Nights 2000- 0600 Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday, Thursday 2000-0500 For over 50 years, our client has been delivering exceptional paint finishes across the world of motorsport. From F1 cars and Williams show cars to every racing vehicle on display, their expertise is evident in every detail. Specialising in Formula 1, Formula 3, World Touring Cars, British Touring Cars, and GT Cars, they also offer advanced refinishing solutions for industries such as aviation, industrial, and marine applications. Whether it's a one-off masterpiece or a high-volume project, our client ensures outstanding quality and precision in every finish Are you a prepper with an eye for detail and the skills to match? We're looking for a skilled technician to join our team, where your expertise will be key to restoring and repairing some of the most iconic vehicles on the road. Your Mission: You’ll be responsible for preparing a variety of materials, including: • Fibreglass • Carbon Fibre • Aluminium • Steel • Plastics You'll ensure all surfaces are ready for primer and topcoat application, delivering flawless, high-quality results every time. Your experience in strong edge-to-edge filler work, including large repairs and seamless finishes, will be essential as you mask panels and work independently on a range of exciting projects. Current Projects Include: • Refinishing and component work on Porsche, Ferrari, Lotus & Jaguar Replica are just a few. • Specialised race car restoration, including intricate accident repairs (e.g., remaking a 50-year-old race car wing) Restoration Highlights: • The Wren Sport restoration: Complete strip-down and detailed prep (no chemical dips)—just precise flattening, polishing, and prepping. Key Responsibilities: • Mastering fibreglass, aluminium, steel, and plastic work • Performing large-scale, edge-to-edge repairs and restorations with top-tier finishes • Motorsport or Similar Sector Experience: Proven experience in motorsport, automotive engineering, aerospace, or another high-performance industry is essential. • Problem-Solving Expertise: Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to think quickly and creatively to solve complex technical issues. • Collaborative Mindset: Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment, coordinating across multiple disciplines. • Adaptability: Ability to innovate and work efficiently under resource constraints and fast-paced conditions. This role requires precision, flexibility, and the ability to work independently on high-value, intricate projects. If you're passionate about working on premium cars and restorations that demand the highest standards, we want you! To be considered for this role please either hit the 'Apply' button on this site or email your CV directly to Suzanne.winton@ata-recruitment.co.uk . I can also be contacted directly on 07880 847587. I look forward to hearing from you! By applying you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice which can be found on our website ATA Recruitment specialise in Technical and Electrical Engineering, so if this role is not for you, please do have a look on our website for further potential opportunities which may suit your skills and experience better - If you have the skill, we have the recruitment knowledge and together we can find you your perfect job! - You must be eligible to live and work within the UK. Sponsorship is not provided. 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
£50000 - 50000 per year
Ibstock
Mechanical Maintenance Engineer Ibstock, £50,000, 10% pension, O.T readily available, holiday allowance, fantastic training + progression opportunities. 4 on 4 off D/N rotation to allow for more weekends off. The company: We are working with a prestigious client, a multisite business who have over 80 years of UK experience supplying construction companies who manufacture a range of products. Our client has a fantastic state of the art site in the heart of Ibstock with long term security and a fantastic reputation with a great turnover nationwide. The company offer fantastic training and progression opportunities to their engineering team and are searching for a mechanical maintenance engineer to join their talented team. The Role: This is a mechanically biased maintenance engineer position, where your responsibility will include: • Reactive Maintenance • Planned preventive Maintenance. • Mechanical Fault finding • Project involvement as well as any continuous improvement work About you To be considered for a Mechanical maintenance engineer position with the business, you have to be mechanical biased and have experience from any industry. You should have the following: Previous experience working as a maintenance engineer within a factory environment. Experience working within manufacturing would be beneficial. Strong mechanical knowledge with an understanding of hydraulic and pneumatics. Recognised qualification (BTEC, NVQ, City & Guilds, HNC, HND). Benefits: Our client offers a very competitive salary with yearly reviews and a bonus that is paid every single year. In terms of training, they can offer additional qualifications and anything else needed with a huge training budget. There is much growth into leadership positions for the right engineers that are looking to progress. If you think you are the right maintenance engineer for this position, please call Chatan on 07884 491 721 or email chatan.makan@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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Maintenance Engineer
£44000 - 44000 per year private healthcare, pension scheme, Lots of O.T paid at x1.5
Peterborough
Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer, Peterborough, £44,000, private healthcare, pension scheme, Lots of O.T paid at x1.5 DOUBLE DAYS (6-2, 2-10) Company: Our client are a market leading manufacturer, a multisite business with 6 sites UK wide and further sites globally, this business produces a well known product used for multiple purposes in our daily lives. This site is based in Peterborough and has undergone plenty of investment and support to make it a highly productive site. This business is currently undergoing expansion, with a brand-new supersite opening to help with production needs with over 700 million pounds of investment. This site is a modern manufacturing site with a host of conveyor systems, robotics and other manufacturing machinery with tons of on-site training for the right multiskilled engineer. The Role: This multiskilled maintenance engineer role will include working on a range of conveyor systems, robotics, furnaces, robotics and cutting tables. - Reactive maintenance/breakdowns - Planned preventative maintenance - Project work and installation - Fault finding both electrically and mechanically - 3 phase work, motors, inverters and control panels. Our client is looking for - An engineer with a good attitude and aptitude to learn - A level 3 qualification minimum - NVQ, apprenticeship - A proactive individual and a team player If this role ticks your boxes and you think you are right please press apply or call AJ on 07701326339 to discuss the role 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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Junior Facilities and Mechanical Fitter
£18 - 18 per hour Holiday pay
Birmingham
Junior Facilities and Mechanical Fitter Based in Birmingham – 3 Month temporary contract Monday to Fridays Day Shift £18 per hour plus holiday pay This world-renowned manufacturing company is currently going through a growth period and following this success a new opportunity is available. The business is now looking for a Facilities and Mechanical Fitter to ensure the upkeep of the building and the assembly and refurbishment of specific mechanical components. If you are interested, please contact Adil Shaikh on 07920 410 329 or email adil.shaikh@ata-recruitment.co.uk The day-to-day responsibilities of the Facilities and Mechanical Fitter will involve the following. Perform planned and reactive maintenance on facility systems, lighting, Alarms systems including boilers, pumps, and HVAC equipment. Troubleshoot and repair mechanical components to ensure operational efficiency. Conduct fitting and installation work on plant equipment and infrastructure. Support general facilities upkeep, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards. Inspect, test, and maintain site utilities, including water, compressed air, and heating systems. The Facilities and Mechanical Fitter must possess the following skills and experience. A recognised Mechanical Qualification is essential. Familiarity with boiler operation and Facilities maintenance is highly desirable. Basic welding and fabrication skills are a must. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. The benefits of this contract are the following. Monday to Friday Day shifts 40 hours per week available To be considered for this role please either hit the 'Apply' button on this site or email your CV directly to adil.shaikh@ata-recruitment.co.uk I can also be contacted directly on 07920410329. I look forward to hearing from you! ATA Recruitment specialise in the recruitment of Engineers across the UK, so if this role is not for you, please do have a look on our website for further potential opportunities which may suit your skills and experience better - If you have the skill, we have the recruitment knowledge and together we can find you your perfect job! - You must be eligible to live and work within the UK. Sponsorship is not provided. 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
£30 - 32 per hour
Bradford
Mechanical Maintenance Engineer Initial 3-month contract – extension likely Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire Rate: £30.00 - £32.00p/h (Limited - Outside IR35/ PAYE/ Umbrella) Shifts: Double Days - 6-2/ 2-10 Heavy Industrial / manufacturing / process / mechanical I am currently recruiting for a mechanical maintenance engineer on a contract basis for a key client based in the Bradford, West Yorkshire area. They specialise in the process of heavy-duty materials operating in the textile industry. The role of Mechanical Maintenance Engineer will involve the following: Reactive breakdowns & PPM work Working on capital plant and machinery such as conveyors, pumps, gearboxes water treatment, bearings etc Working to safety standards within an industrial process environment Ensuring the required data is logged and reported as per internal process Contribute to continuous Improvement As Maintenance Engineer you will need the following skills and attributes: Mechanical engineering time served apprenticeship or equivalent Welding to tight tolerances (preferable) Industrial manufacturing environment – reactive / work under pressure Pro-active, driven, ability to work independently Attention to detail, suggest improvements The benefits of working for this company will include: Outside IR35 Ltd co. suitable Potential for extensions Needs own tools Small team, independent role, work autonomously, responsible person I am looking to speak to talented mechanical maintenance engineers who are looking for a rewarding and challenging contract position. For more information, please contact Sam Martlew – Trainee 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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Mechanical Engineer
£42000 - 44500 per year OT+bonus
Macclesfield
Mechanical Maintenance Engineer Job Role- Mechanical Maintenance Engineer Salary- £44,500 Shifts- Shift Patterns (not weekends) Location- Macclesfield Are you a mechanical maintenance engineer looking for a company where every team member can contribute to positive change? The Company Our client is an employee-owned company with international clients, trading for well over 100 years. The Role As mechanical maintenance engineer, you will be responsible for: Reacting to breakdowns and planned preventive maintenance Fault finding on mechanical components Work alongside electrical engineers to swap out components Requirements As a mechanical engineer, it is required that you: Are NVQ level 3 in mechanical engineering Minimum 5 years post qualification experience Some experience of electrical fault finding Benefits In your role as multi-skilled maintenance engineer, you will receive: £44,500 salary with overtime opportunities Up to 10% pension contributions Life assurance Tax free share bonus and company bonus based on turnover If you are a multi-skilled maintenance engineer and are interested in the vacancy, then please contact me via email albert.winn-becskehazy@ata-recruitment.co.uk to discuss the role in further detail 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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Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer
£42000 - 45000 per year OT
Wrexham
Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer Job Role- Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer Salary- £45,900 Shifts- 4 on 4 off (2 days 2 nights) Location- Wrexham Are you a multi-skilled maintenance engineer looking for a company that champions promoting within the business? The Company Our client is an established food manufacturer with over 80 years in the UK marketing supplying to the country’s top names. They work closely with their retail partners that invest heavily within their people The Role As a multi-skilled engineer, you will be responsible for: Reacting to breakdowns and planned preventive maintenance in various departments Fault finding on electrical components such as switches and sensors Conducting mechanical work on valves, shafts and chains Requirements As a multi-skilled engineer, it is required that you: Are NVQ level 3 in either electrical or mechanical engineering Minimum 5 years post qualification experience Experience of fault finding both mechanically and electrically Benefits In your role as multi-skilled maintenance engineer, you will receive: £45,900 salary with overtime opportunities Pension Life assurance 21 shift holidays If you are a multi-skilled maintenance engineer and are interested in the vacancy, then please contact me via email albert.winn-becskehazy@ata-recruitment.co.uk to discuss the role in further detail 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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