Through our in-depth knowledge of the Food and FMCG sectors, we have built a strong track record of delivering quality candidates to our customers
Food manufacturing is well established as one of the biggest markets in the UK, and one which we have a strong track record of delivery within. Due to the size of contracts and demands of serving the UK retail and food service sector, we understand the challenges of modern food manufacture. We know the importance of maintaining a high OEE in the running on a food manufacturing facility, therefore we've spent time getting to know our customers, their facilities, production processes and machinery. We love working in this market and have built a sizeable database of permanent and contract candidates so that when our customers need us we can deliver a quality service right across the UK.
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Maintenance Team Leader
£58000 - 59000 per year - Base salary: £58,549 - Regular overtime available (earning potential +£2,000) - Overtime rate: x1.
Leicester
Maintenance Team Leader – £58,549 – Leicester (Nights) Shift Pattern: Panama (6:30am – 6:30pm, 3-on/2-off rotation) We are seeking a driven and confident Maintenance Team Leader to join a high-speed food production site in Leicester. This hands-on leadership role involves overseeing a small team of engineers while remaining active in delivering both proactive and reactive maintenance support on highly automated systems. Salary & Benefits: Base salary: £58,549 Regular overtime available (earning potential +£2,000) Overtime rate: x1.12 7% matched pension 20 days holiday (plus bank holidays) Future training support including HNC sponsorship Opportunity to progress internally Your Role As a Maintenance Team Leader, you will lead a team of 3–5 engineers on a permanent night shift. You’ll be responsible for delegating tasks, managing holiday rotas, supporting appraisals, and ensuring smooth shift handovers—all while delivering essential maintenance operations. Key Responsibilities: Leading and mentoring a team of engineers during night shifts Assigning and overseeing planned preventative maintenance (PPM) tasks Responding to breakdowns and ensuring effective reactive maintenance Taking part in project work and continuous improvement initiatives Developing engineering capability through training and guidance Participating in appraisals, disciplinaries, and day-to-day leadership duties Ensuring accurate maintenance documentation and compliance Maintenance Expertise Required This position requires solid hands-on maintenance experience in a manufacturing or FMCG environment. The successful candidate will: Hold NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent in electrical or mechanical engineering Demonstrate strong electrical fault-finding skills (multimeter use, safety circuits, panels, motors, sensors, relays) Be confident in mechanical maintenance (belts, chains, bearings, vibration diagnostics) Be able to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics Have experience working within a structured maintenance regime (PPM & reactive) Possess working knowledge of PLC input/output checks and HMIs (no programming needed) Have the ability to work under pressure and lead by example during urgent maintenance situations Why This Role? This is a perfect opportunity for a current Maintenance Engineer looking to take a step into leadership—or for an experienced Team Leader ready to join a larger facility with room for advancement. You’ll benefit from structured progression routes, support for further education (including time off), and an environment that values proactive ideas in maintenance operations. If you’re motivated to lead a maintenance team and grow in your engineering career, call Faisal on 07788 365715 or email him your CV at faisal.ahmedy@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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Maintenance Engineer
£49000 - 49000 per year Private Healthcare + Profit Related Pay Bonus + 7% Matched Pension + Training and Further Qualificat
Leicestershire
Are you not getting the career progression, training and development, or the good working culture that you were promised at your current company? If so, then why could this be the right move for you? Panama Days - £49,000 Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer, Leicester (LE3), £49,000 , Panama Days, 7% Matched Pension, Private Healthcare, Pay Bonuses Career Progression – This company is a £1 billion turnover manufacturing industry leader, with 18 sites across the country. This means that lots of leadership positions and other specialist positions with different types of shift patterns and working hours are in play across all of the sites which you are able to grow into, and you will be actively supported by management towards achieving this. These include: Team Leaders, Supervisors, Managers, CI Engineers, Project Engineers, Site Services and much more. There are many examples of progression within this company, including a Night Shift Engineer who progressed to Engineering Manager of that same site. Training and Development – When joining this company with lots of technical machinery, your skillset is assessed, and skill gaps are not seen as weaknesses but instead used to build a skills matrix and development plan. You will have the opportunities for lots of internal and external training, being put through courses, with engineers even being supported through completing their HNC. Sharing knowledge between team members is also encouraged, meaning that whether you are at the back end of your career or just finishing an apprenticeship there will be lots to learn and support throughout. A Good Culture – The teams within this company all work closely on day-to-day maintenance as well as project work, and everyone is ready to teach and learn new things. Those new to the company are always made to feel welcome by both managers and shift engineers. The company itself is still family owned 125 years after opening and keeps those core values at its centre. They regularly hold celebrations for a range of holidays from different cultures and are heavily involved in giving back including supporting local charities (e.g. hospices), sports teams, and even donate 1% of their national profits to Charity. The Role: Maintain and repair electrical components like sensors, motors, and relays. Handle mechanical parts, including belts, bearings, pneumatics, and hydraulics. Conduct PPM (Planned Preventative Maintenance) and react swiftly to breakdowns. Perform electrical and mechanical fault finding. What We’re Looking For: A team player with electrical and mechanical fault-finding skills. Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with a Level 3 engineering qualification. Ready to embrace the role and excel as part of an experienced team. Don’t Miss Out! Take the next step in your career. Reply to this email to with your CV and secure your spot in a team that respects you both personally and professionally. Email zac.polnyj@ata-recruitment.co.uk for any other enquiries 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
£50000 - 50000 per year OT
Wrexham
Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer Location- Wrexham Shifts- 4 on 4 off (2 days 2 nights) Salary- £50,000 Lots of OT available, Tailored training plans and company discounts. The Company ATA are working with a client who are in the FMCG industry, with their constant growth and opportunities they’re looking for a maintenance engineer to join their ranks. Could this be you? The Role of The Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer • Responding to reactive breakdowns. • Fault finding, problem solving and repair on manufacturing/production machinery to maximize plant reliability and performance • Carrying out planned preventative maintenance on a range of electrical plant equipment and components. • Provide on shift electrical support to our maintenance/engineering team. • General site electrical facilities maintenance including lighting checks and repairs, minor installation work, repair of electrical appliances and equipment. • Monitor and control electrical spares. Requirements Of The Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer • NVQ 3 in Mechanical or Electrical, if mechanical qualification you need to be competent electrically. • Previous Industrial experience is essential. • Experience working in a manufacturing/production environment • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematic drawings and technical manuals • Proficient in fault finding and diagnostics on a range of automated electrical systems including PLC logic (ideally Siemens but not essential), inverter drives, 3 phase motors and control systems. If you’re an Multi-skilled Maintenance 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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Maintenance Engineer
£45000 - 55000 per year Overtime and benefits
Swindon
Role – Maintenance Engineer Salary – up to £55,000 (+overtime) Location – Swindon, Wiltshire Shift Pattern – Monday to Friday Day Shifts Benefits – Good Pension Contribution, Excellent Training, Private Healthcare The Company A well established and reputable business who have been in operation for over 40 years and boasts some of the state-of-the-art machinery and automation, and is seen as a market leader within their industry. With significant growth and a healthy growing order book and turnover, they are looking to expand their Maintenance Team and therefore have an opportunity for a Maintenance Engineer. The business offers fantastic training opportunities for their Engineers, with OEMs regularly called to site for detailed training and has good relationships with local colleges where Engineers are sent for Mechanical, Electrical and Health & Safety Training. They are looking for someone who is looking to make an instant impact on a site and contribute to the growth of the business through hard work, commitment and dedication. The Role Your day-to-day responsibilities as a Maintenance Engineer will include: Working as part of a team of engineers, responsible for the planned and reactive maintenance and service of all the state-of-the-art kit on site, as well as continuous improvement tasks. Working on Three Phase Motors, working in panels with sensors, relays, contactors, invertors, fuses, power supplies, breakers, switches Reading through electrical schematics, utilizing electrical test equipment such as multi-meters and fault finding on panels. Mechanically – replacing worn out parts on the conveyors which will include rollers, bearings and pulleys. Also working on Gearboxes, Shafts, Belts, Pneumatic and Hydraulic systems Swapping both electrical and mechanical components like for like with the odd strip and rebuild project, Working with latest technology working with a CMMS utilising the tablet-based PPM and reactive work The Person To be successful in your application for a Maintenance Engineer you will need, but not limited to; A Recognised Engineering Qualification Maintenance experience within an industrial environment including FMCG, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, and Warehousing environment. Electrical or Mechanical Fault-Finding skills, looking at Root Cause Analysis PLC or Controls experience would be advantageous but not mandatory. Alternatively, you could be from the Navy, Army or RAF with an Engineering Qualification. Able to work well within a team and help support colleagues on shift The Benefits As a Maintenance Engineer, you should expect: You will be joining a highly successful £multi-million company who can offer a massive amount of stability and security. Opportunity for progression both technically and working your way up the man management if you want it. Excellent Training programme, putting your interests at the heart of your progression Fantastic salary and benefits package. Overtime opportunities Good Pension Contribution Private health care which can cover family 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
£45000 - 55000 per year Overtime and benefits
Gloucester
Role – Maintenance Engineer Salary – Up to £55,000 (+Overtime) Location – Gloucester, Gloucestershire Shift Pattern – 4 On 4 Off Days and Nights Benefits – Good Pension Contribution, Excellent Training, Private Healthcare The Company A well established and reputable business who boasts some of the state-of-the-art machinery and automation, and is seen as a market leader within their industry. With significant growth and a healthy growing order book and turnover, they are looking to expand their Maintenance Team and therefore have an opportunity for a Maintenance Engineer. The business offers fantastic training opportunities for their Engineers, with OEMs regularly called to site for detailed training and has good relationships with local colleges where Engineers are sent for Mechanical, Electrical and Health & Safety Training. They are looking for someone who is looking to make an instant impact on a site and contribute to the growth of the business through hard work, commitment and dedication. The Role Your day-to-day responsibilities as a Maintenance Engineer will include: Working as part of a team of engineers, responsible for the planned and reactive maintenance and service of all the state-of-the-art kit on site, as well as continuous improvement tasks. Working on Three Phase Motors, working in panels with sensors, relays, contactors, invertors, fuses, power supplies, breakers, switches Reading through electrical schematics, utilizing electrical test equipment such as multi-meters and fault finding on panels. Mechanically – replacing worn out parts on the conveyors which will include rollers, bearings and pulleys. Also working on Gearboxes, Shafts, Belts, Pneumatic and Hydraulic systems Swapping both electrical and mechanical components like for like with the odd strip and rebuild project, Working with latest technology working with a CMMS utilising the tablet-based PPM and reactive work The Person To be successful in your application for a Maintenance Engineer you will need, but not limited to; A Recognised Engineering Qualification Maintenance experience within an industrial environment including FMCG, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, and Warehousing environment. Electrical or Mechanical Fault-Finding skills, looking at Root Cause Analysis PLC or Controls experience would be advantageous but not mandatory. Alternatively, you could be from the Navy, Army or RAF with an Engineering Qualification. Able to work well within a team and help support colleagues on shift The Benefits As a Maintenance Engineer, you should expect: You will be joining a highly successful £multi-million company who can offer a massive amount of stability and security. Opportunity for progression both technically and working your way up the man management if you want it. Excellent Training programme, putting your interests at the heart of your progression Fantastic salary and benefits package. Overtime opportunities Good Pension Contribution Private health care which can cover family 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
£54700 - 54700 per year Pension + Healthcare + Pay reviews
Leicester
Are you not getting the career progression, training and development, or the good working culture that you were promised at your current company? If so, then why could this be the right move for you? Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer, Leicester (LE1), £55,000, Panama Shift (Permanent Nights), 7% Matched Pension, Private Healthcare, Pay Bonuses Career Progression – This company is a £1 billion turnover manufacturing industry leader, with 18 sites across the country. This means that lots of leadership positions and other specialist positions with different types of shift patterns and working hours are in play across all of the sites which you are able to grow into, and you will be actively supported by management towards achieving this. These include: Team Leaders, Supervisors, Managers, CI Engineers, Project Engineers, Site Services and much more. There are many examples of progression within this company, including a Night Shift Engineer who progressed to Engineering Manager of that same site. Training and Development – When joining this company with lots of technical machinery, your skillset is assessed, and skill gaps are not seen as weaknesses but instead used to build a skills matrix and development plan. You will have the opportunities for lots of internal and external training, being put through courses, with engineers even being supported through completing their HNC. Sharing knowledge between team members is also encouraged, meaning that whether you are at the back end of your career or just finishing an apprenticeship there will be lots to learn and support throughout. A Good Culture – The teams within this company all work closely on day-to-day maintenance as well as project work, and everyone is ready to teach and learn new things. Those new to the company are always made to feel welcome by both managers and shift engineers. The company itself is still family owned 125 years after opening and keeps those core values at its centre. They regularly hold celebrations for a range of holidays from different cultures and are heavily involved in giving back including supporting local charities (e.g. hospices), sports teams, and even donate 1% of their national profits to Charity. The Role: Maintain and repair electrical components like sensors, motors, and relays. Handle mechanical parts, including belts, bearings, pneumatics, and hydraulics. Conduct PPM (Planned Preventative Maintenance) and react swiftly to breakdowns. Perform electrical and mechanical fault finding. What We’re Looking For: A team player with electrical and mechanical fault-finding skills. Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with a Level 3 engineering qualification. Ready to embrace the role and excel as part of an experienced team. Don’t Miss Out! Take the next step in your career. Reply to this email to with your CV and secure your spot in a team that respects you both personally and professionally. 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
£54700 - 54700 per year 7% Pension + Private Healthcare + Pay Bonus
Melton Mowbray
Maintenance Engineer Melton Mowbray £54,700 + Profit Related Pay Bonuses 4 on 4 off Nights Private Healthcare 7% Company Pension Contribution About the company ATA Recruitment is working with one of the largest manufacturers in the nation to find a motivated and driven maintenance engineer to join a team with a rich 125-year family-led history which remains strong today, still shining in the company values seen throughout all 18 sites spread across the country. With a turnover of more than £1.2bn, the chosen maintenance engineer will join a successful and secure business while working in a solid team unit of 16 experienced maintenance engineers from a variety of backgrounds, to maintain and eventually expand the site. This role offers fantastic benefits and opportunities for progression, alongside a fast-paced and a team-focused work atmosphere. About the role As a maintenance engineer in this role, you will be maintaining a range of electrical components such as sensors, e-stops, motors and relays, as well as mechanical components such as belts, bearings, pneumatics and hydraulics. You will be expected to: React to breakdowns. Planned Preventative Maintenance. Electrical and Mechanical fault finding. Basic PLC fault finding. Replace and repair electrical components. Replace mechanical components. About you To be considered for this maintenance engineer role you should be/have the following: Team player. Ability to fault find electrically and mechanically. Be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Be happy to work nights. You should hold a recognised level 3 (or above) engineer qualification city and guilds, NVQ, BTEC, HND, HNC. The benefits This role offers the chosen maintenance engineer an exciting and fast-paced job, with a fantastic pension scheme and other stand-out benefits such as pay rises. The progression opportunities within this company are also outstanding, shown by internal promotions being commonplace. This company is known for its strong family values which are visible from the beginning of the manufacturing process all the way to the final product, resulting in happy, experienced and motivated teams of people alongside a successful, secure and expanding company. Apply now and be part of a team shaping the future of food manufacturing. If you think you are right for this role, please press apply or email your CV to zac.polnyj@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
£54700 - 54700 per year Excellent Benefits private Healthcare | 7% Pension | Profit-Related Pay | Training & Career Progress
Leicester
Maintenance Engineer –Leicester– £54,700 + Excellent Benefits private Healthcare | 7% Matched Pension | Profit-Related Pay | Training & Career Progression Shift Pattern: Perm Nights Company Overview: We are working with a prominent leader in the FMCG sector, a multisite group with a turnover exceeding £1 billion. As a key supplier to major UK retailers, they’re committed to continuous improvement and reinvesting millions into their sites. Their Melton Mowbray plant, employing over 700 people, is one of the largest in their portfolio, with a motivated team and fantastic opportunities for career growth. With cutting-edge equipment and a focus on ongoing training, this is a fantastic place to develop and progress your engineering career. The Role: We’re looking for a skilled Maintenance Engineer to join the team. In this role, you will be instrumental in ensuring the smooth operation of manufacturing machinery through both planned and reactive maintenance. You’ll be involved in breakdowns, fault finding, installation work, and improvement projects across a range of electrical and mechanical systems. Key responsibilities include: Reactive & Planned Maintenance: Respond to breakdowns and carry out scheduled maintenance on manufacturing machinery. Fault Finding: Diagnose and repair both electrical and mechanical faults quickly and efficiently. Installation & Improvement: Be involved in machinery installations and continuous improvement initiatives. Collaboration: Work closely with a diverse and motivated engineering team to keep the plant running at optimum efficiency. About You: We are looking for an experienced, multiskilled Maintenance Engineer with: A Level 3 qualification (NVQ, Apprenticeship or equivalent). Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment. A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop your skills. Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding skills. Why Join Us? Competitive Salary of £54,700 (yearly pay rises) Healthcare & 7% Pension Scheme Profit-Related Pay – earn more based on company performance. Training & Development – access to both internal and external courses to help you grow your career. Progression Opportunities – our client promotes from within, so there’s plenty of room to advance. If you are a proactive, solution-driven Maintenance Engineer looking to join a forward-thinking company that values development and rewards hard work, we’d love to hear from you! How to Apply: If this sounds like the perfect role for you, please get in touch today! Call AJ on 07701 326339 or reply to this advert to submit your CV. 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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"I have been working with ATA Recruitment for the last 5 years on Engineering roles for the Group. This is a challenging market but ATA Recruitment manage to find me some great candidates. I also like their approach which means that I am kept informed and they can provide me with valuable insight into the market that we are working in. Having agencies that you truly can work in partnership with means that we feel well represented and know that we can rely on support when needed."
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"I know without a doubt that the calibre of candidate that ATA Recruitment puts forward will be outstanding. As well as this, I have been very meticulous and demanding with the person/specification of the Engineers I have asked ATA Recruitment to recruit for me, not only to fit the role from a competency prospective but to have the right attitude. Given a lean market when it comes to Engineers, let alone the requirements I have set, ATA Recruitment always deliver more than expected.”
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