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.
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Latest Jobs In Construction Materials Manufacturing
Maintenance Engineer - Mechanical bias
£53750 - 53750 per year 10% company pension, fantastic share saver scheme, generous holiday allowance, career progression op
Ollerton
Maintenance engineer (Mechanical 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 mechanical bias to join their team. About the role This is a real engineering business meaning the role is very hands on. It will involve the stripping and rebuilding of mechanical components and give you exposure to welding and fabrication. 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 mechanical maintenance, ability to strip and rebuild mechanical components. Experience with pneumatic and hydraulic maintenance would be beneficial. 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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Maintenance Engineer
£52000 - 52000 per year OTE 60, Overtime, Pension, Training
Birmingham
Maintenance Engineer Location: Birmingham Salary: £52,000 OTE: £60,000+ Benefits: 10% Pension, generous holiday allowance, excellent overtime opportunities Training Available: Various OEM certificates and qualifications including Siemens PLC and robotics training up to a level 3! Shifts Available: 4 on 4 off Continentals (Days and Nights) The Company: Join our client's state-of-the-art facility in Birmingham as a Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer. Our client is a leading UK business with over 80 years of experience in supplying construction and civils companies. With a stellar reputation and a robust order book, this is a secure opportunity for long-term employment. The company strongly believes in professional development and provides extensive training and growth prospects. Training includes PLC training, robotics, mechanical to electrical qualifications and much more. Our client is part of large group so opportunity to progress onsite and across the region is available. They are looking for a team player who enjoys the culture of being in a large maintenance team and someone who wants to bring positive energy to the table. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual that is looking for a career with a market leading company, with excellent prospects for the successful applicant to grow with the company and work closely within a maintenance team. Overview of Maintenance Engineer Role: As a Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of highly automated industrial equipment in our brand-new factory. This includes large capital-intensive machinery, conveyors, presses, robotics, and more. Your key responsibilities will include: Ensuring the smooth running of all machinery on site Attending to equipment breakdowns and performing reactive maintenance tasks Conducting maintenance on various equipment, Working on 3 phase machinery and various electrical components. Balancing reactive and planned preventive maintenance (PPM) Contributing to the continuous improvement culture and taking ownership of individual projects as you progress in your career. Candidate Requirements: Hold a relevant engineering qualification at Level 3 or above. Benefits: Excellent overtime opportunities, paid at premium rates. Potential for career growth into leadership positions for candidates currently in engineering roles. Access to comprehensive OEM and formal qualification training. All tools and workwear 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
£48000 - 50000 per year Bonus + 10% Pension + Overtime (1.5x, Double on Sundays) + 23 Shifts Holiday
Arnold
Mechanical Maintenance Engineer – £49,500 + Bonus (OTE £55k–£60k) – Nottingham (NG5) 4 on 4 off – Days & Nights, 12 Hour Shifts – 10% Pension + Overtime (1.5x, Double on Sundays) + 23 Shifts Holiday About the client ATA are supporting one of the UK’s largest and most established heavy manufacturing groups, with 36 sites nationwide, over 2,100 employees, and £450m in revenue. This site is one of the company’s flagship operations and among the largest of its kind in the UK, producing a wide variety of specialist products. With continuous investment, a guaranteed material supply for 80 years, and excellent staff retention, this is a fantastic opportunity for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join a secure and well-supported team. What you’ll be doing As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you’ll be working across a wide range of large-scale heavy plant and equipment. Around 70% of the role is reactive breakdown work, with 30% focused on planned maintenance. Key responsibilities include: Carrying out maintenance on hoppers, mixers, conveyors, kilns, silos, and large-scale slicing/mixing equipment. Servicing and repairing hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Performing bearing and gearbox changes, mechanical fault diagnosis, and general part replacements. Welding and fabrication work as required. Following PPM schedules via a tablet-based system. Supporting installation of new plant and upgrades to existing equipment. Ensuring compliance with health & safety and contributing to continuous improvement. This is a hands-on Mechanical Maintenance Engineer role in a heavy industrial environment, ideal for someone who thrives on problem-solving and wants the chance to develop their skills further. What the client is looking for To succeed as a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you’ll need: NVQ Level 3 Qualification Strong knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics. Welding and basic fabrication skills. Previous factory or heavy industry experience. A flexible attitude, with willingness to learn and adapt. Ability to work well within a mixed and supportive engineering team. The right Mechanical Maintenance Engineer will be someone who values training and development, with opportunities available to upskill further on site. Why you should apply Join one of the UK’s largest and most secure manufacturing businesses. Excellent salary with strong bonus and overtime potential (OTE £55k–£60k). Access to training and development in a supportive team environment. Long-term stability with 80 years of raw material guaranteed. If you think you’re the right Mechanical Maintenance Engineer for this role, apply today or contact faisal.ahmedy@ata-recruitment.co.uk or call Faisal on 07788 365 715. 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 maintenance engineer
£50000 - 52000 per year
Coalville
Electrical Maintenance Engineer – £52,000 + £2,000 Bonus (OTE £55,000–£60,000) – Ibstock, Leicestershire (LE67) 4 on 4 off (Days & Nights, 12-hour shifts) // 5 on 5 off 4 on 4 off 4 on 5 off (Days & Nights, 12 hour shifts) – 10% Pension + Overtime (1.5x, Double on Sundays) + 23 Shifts Holiday About the client ATA are proud to support one of the UK’s largest manufacturing groups, operating 36 sites nationwide, employing over 2,100 people, and generating £450m in revenue annually. This site is one of the newest and most profitable within the group, benefitting from significant recent investment and long-term stability, with quarry resources guaranteed for over 80 years. With strong retention, excellent benefits, and major training opportunities—including PLC and robotics—the business offers a fantastic environment for an Electrical Maintenance Engineer looking for both security and technical growth. What you’ll be doing As an Electrical Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for both reactive and planned maintenance across a wide range of heavy industrial equipment. You’ll spend around 70% of your time on breakdown response and 30% on proactive PPM, ensuring maximum uptime of critical machinery. Your responsibilities include: Carrying out plant-wide electrical maintenance across hoppers, mixers, conveyors, kilns, silos, packaging machinery, pneumatics, and hydraulics. Electrical fault finding on motors, inverters, relays, solenoids, and safety circuits. Reading and interpreting electrical drawings to diagnose and resolve issues. Wiring, testing, and assembling electrical components safely and effectively. Basic PLC fault finding and using IO screens, with training provided on Siemens S7 TIA Portal. Supporting minor mechanical tasks (changing bearings, belts, pulleys) when required. Working with PPMs issued via tablet, ensuring compliance and accurate records. Contributing to continuous improvement projects and supporting installation of new equipment. This is an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Maintenance Engineer who thrives in fast-paced, large-scale environments and wants exposure to high-value capital machinery. What the client is looking for To be successful as an Electrical Maintenance Engineer, you’ll need: A recognised NVQ Level 3 Qualification. Experience working with 415v systems, control panels, and industrial electrical systems. Proven ability to fault find on electrical equipment using multimeters and drawings. Some knowledge of PLCs—basic fault finding as a minimum (full training provided). Flexibility for overtime and a proactive attitude toward training and development. Open to candidates from industrial, forces, or manufacturing backgrounds. The right Electrical Maintenance Engineer will enjoy continuous upskilling opportunities, including robotics and PLC programming, while working within a varied and supportive engineering team. Why you should apply Excellent salary with realistic OTE £56–58k through overtime and bonus. Secure future with long-term resources and investment in new technology. Extensive training provided on PLCs, robotics, hydraulics, and pneumatics. Stable employer with great retention and a positive, supportive culture. If you think you’re the right Electrical Maintenance Engineer for this opportunity, apply today or contact faisal.ahmedy@ata-recruitment.co.uk or call Faisal on 07788 365 715. 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
£48000 - 50000 per year 10% Pension + Bonus + Overtime (1.5x, Double on Sundays & BH) + 23 Shifts Holiday
Coalville
Mechanical Maintenance Engineer – £49,000 + £2,000 Bonus (OTE £55,000–£60,000) – Ibstock, Leicestershire (LE67) 4 on 4 off (Days & Nights, 12-hour shifts) // 5 on 5 off 4 on 4 off 4 on 5 off (Days & Nights, 12 hour shifts) – 10% Pension + Overtime (1.5x, Double on Sundays) + 23 Shifts Holiday About the client ATA are working with one of the UK’s largest heavy manufacturing groups, employing over 2,100 people across 36 sites and turning over £450m annually. This particular site is the second newest in the group, state-of-the-art, and already delivering over 20% of the group’s profit. With major investment, strong retention, and guaranteed long-term security (the associated quarry has 80 years of material), this is a fantastic opportunity for a Maintenance Engineer to join a forward-thinking, modern facility that values its engineering teams. What you’ll be doing As a Maintenance Engineer, you’ll be responsible for ensuring reliability and performance across a large-scale heavy industrial plant. The role offers a mix of reactive and planned work, with exposure to a wide variety of equipment. Your responsibilities will include: Working across hoppers, mixers, kilns, silos, conveyors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and large-scale slicing/mixing equipment. Mechanical maintenance including bearing changes, gearbox replacements, pulleys, belts, welding, and fabrication. Following PPMs through a tablet-based system, ensuring equipment is regularly inspected and maintained. Tackling breakdowns (approx. 70%) with a methodical approach and delivering PPM tasks (approx. 30%). Supporting installation of new plant and equipment upgrades. Ensuring compliance with site safety and contributing to continuous improvement. This role is ideal for a Maintenance Engineer who enjoys varied, hands-on work in a site with scale, complexity, and investment in its people. What the client is looking for To succeed as a Maintenance Engineer, you’ll need: A recognised NVQ Level 3 Qualification. Strong mechanical skills in hydraulics, pneumatics, and fabrication/welding. Background in factory, forces, or heavy industrial environments Flexibility and willingness to train further (hydraulics/pneumatics courses provided). A proactive and positive mindset, with the ability to adapt and work well within a team. The site has a strong culture of development, with engineers regularly progressing internally into leadership roles. Ex-forces and overseas-qualified engineers are encouraged to apply. Why you should apply Join a state-of-the-art site in one of the UK’s biggest and most secure manufacturing groups. Excellent salary with realistic OTE £55–60k through bonus and overtime. Heavy investment in training and progression, including hydraulics and pneumatics courses. Stable, supportive team culture with long-term security guaranteed. If you think you’re the right Maintenance Engineer for this opportunity, apply now or contact faisal.ahmedy@ata-recruitment.co.uk or call Faisal on 07788 365 715. 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
£43050 - 43050 per year DOUBLE PAY + 11% PENSION + EXCELLENT TRAINING
Rochester
Role: Maintenance Engineer Shift: Monday to Thursday Double Days (1 in 2 Fridays) Salary: £43,050 (+ O.T. 1.5 + 2.0) Location: Rochester The Company Would you like a LOT of overtime opportunities to maximise your earnings? Are you interested in joining a solid, thriving business which is constantly investing in its site and engineers? Our client is one of the biggest building materials players in Europe, boasting over a yearly revenue turnover of just under £100 million globally. They supply their products to all major merchants, holding a key presence amongst large retailers and small trading businesses. This company has invested generously in ongoing projects for you to get working on straight away. They are looking for another motivated Maintenance Engineer to get started and unlock fantastic benefits and development! The Role As a Maintenance Engineer for this company, your responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Fault finding electrically on control panels, contactors, relays, switches, VFD’s, three phase motors etc. Work mechanically on hydraulic hoses, seals, pumps, chains, belts, gearboxes etc. Repairing conveyors, hydraulic presses, silos, heat exchangers etc. Operating as a team to confidently perform reactive and planned maintenance Promote and enforce a culture of Continuous Improvement About You The ideal Maintenance Engineer will have the following: A recognised engineering qualification Experience with, or a flexible mindset for, working effectively within a team An open attitude to working in any type of industry A sound understanding of key electrical or mechanical components Company Benefits The company also discloses numerous benefits for the role of Maintenance Engineer which include: A substantial 11% contribution towards your pension! Holiday allowance Life assurance policy Death in Service benefit A strong budget dedicated solely for personalised on-site training, applied from your very first day 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
£55000 - 58000 per year Training, Progression
Glapwell
Job Title – Maintenance Engineer Hours of Work – 4 on 4 off Days and Nights Location – Chesterfield Salary - £55,000 (x1.5 + x2.0) Benefits –Production bonus £2,500 per year – Contribution pension 3% company pay in 7%. The Company Our client specialises in the manufacturing of products for the construction market. With 5 manufacturing sites across the UK and over 60 globally, this billion-pound company have been investing heavily across both their production sites to help meet an ever-increasing market demand for construction materials. The business has been experiencing a huge period of growth having increased their turnover by year after year. With no sign of a slowdown in the Construction, Civils or Rail Sectors. Their site based in Chesterfield is one of their flagship site and houses the most modern fully automated production plant in the UK. The facility is designed to produce 100 meters of product per minute which is completely bespoke. To help meet market demand the site has invested 4 million pound each year for the past 5 years and focusing on a huge LEAN and Continuous Improvement Project to further boost production levels. The Role The Maintenance Engineer would be joining a well-established team of 14 engineers on site. Working on a Days. Day to day the Maintenance Engineer would be responsible for dealing with all Electrical Maintenance tasks on shift, which would consist of reacting to breakdowns, performing tasks from the PPM schedule and installation upgrade work as part of a companywide Continuous Improvement and LEAN initiative. Hands on the Maintenance Engineer will need to be able to fault find with a multimeter against electrical drawings, fault find on PLCs, change faulty electrical components such as switches, sensors, fuses, relays, inverters, servos and motors, plus safely isolate any piece of equipment and work on electrical safety circuits. Equipment on site includes conveyors, mills, presses, robots, dryers, kilns and palletisers. The Candidate To be successful in your application for Maintenance Engineer you must have the following skills, abilities or qualifications: Must have a recognised Electrical Engineering Qualification. Must have previous experience working on automated plant. Must be able to fault find using a Multimeter against electrical drawings. Training & Development The business can offer a number of in-house and external college courses for all of their staff. Training courses are selected on a case by case basis for individual engineers depending on what development is needed. There are also various courses that all Engineers are sent on, including Siemens S7 training for Modification. 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
£34 - 34 per hour
Newbury
Mechanical Maintenance Engineer Location: Thatcham Contract: 3-Month Rolling Contract Shifts: Panama Shifts – 12hr Days & Nights Rate: £34ph – 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 £34ph – 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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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.
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"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."
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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.
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