Warehouse Automation Recruitment Specialists
As the warehouse automation sector has rapidly evolved, ATA Recruitment has grown alongside it - developing strong partnerships with both OEMs and many of the UK’s largest automated distribution centres. With more than a decade of specialist focus, we are one of the UK’s leading warehouse automation recruitment agencies, known for placing technical professionals in high-performance environments.
Our recruiters have a deep understanding of both the market and the machinery that powers it. From high bay cranes and overhead systems to conveyors, AMRs, and Pick and Place Robots, we know what it takes to succeed in the UK's most complex, fast-moving logistics and fulfilment environments.
In-Depth Sector Knowledge
We’ve completed plenty of site visits, gaining first-hand experience of the pressures and pace that define this sector. That operational insight allows us to match skilled engineers and technicians with teams who are responsible for keeping warehouse automation systems moving - 24/7.
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Latest Jobs In Warehouse Automation
Maintenance Team Leader
£54873 - 54873 per year Private Healthcare and progression
Castle Donington
Role: Deputy Maintenance Team Leader Location: Castle Donnington Shifts: Suez – Days and nights – 2 weekends off in 4 Salary: £54,873, Plus Pension contribution, Private healthcare and more The Company I am currently recruiting for a company who are an systems integrator on a global scale across the world, they operate in numerous countries with plenty of tier one clients and are currently consistently growing across the UK over the past numerous years. On this new site in Castle Donington, since the site- opened nearly 5 years ago there has been £75 million invested to keep up with the demand of the site, Over the last couple of years, there was a large expansion installing some new shuttle systems. With the latest automation and technology the site processes over 120,000 orders a day – the sites aim is to get the unit out of the warehouse 30, showing how state-of-the art and slick the process is. In a shift team there is a Maintenance Team Leader, Deputy Team leader, a few engineers and a couple of Automation Assistants. Having an Automation Assistant on shift will allow you as an Engineer to look into the Continuous Improvement of the site as this is a big thing for the longevity of the site. As a MDTL your day to day responsibilities will include: Working alongside your Maintenance Team leader making sure that you are both happy with the 4 engineers on shift and reporting any problems either way Stepping up into a Team Leader role in their absence Promote a strong safety culture and adhere to Health & Safety and statutory procedures Prepare and chair Daily Review Meetings with Key Stakeholders Undertake analysis of CMMS data to assist forward planning for CI opportunities Working on highly automated state of the art equipment – including Automated shuttle systems, Some of the latest robotics, Various Conveyor Systems just to name a few! The Individual We are looking for a MDTL that: Can work as a multi-skilled engineer – working safely electrically and mechanically Be confident communicating and working as part of a team An Engineer that holds a recognised qualification Perform independently when required and under pressure in certain scenarios As a Deputy Maintenance Team Leader you will receive: An annual salary of £54,873 plus overtime 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 into future leadership roles. Up to 6% pension Private healthcare Cycle to work scheme Employee referral scheme Employee assistance programme Employee of the Quarter awards Fantastic salary and benefits package. 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
£47000 - 47000 per year Security and Progression
Tamworth
Role: Maintenance Engineer Location: Tamworth Shifts: Four Shift rotation – Mon – Fri Salary: £47,000 + 28 days holiday and only 12 weeks of nights a year The Company I am proud to announce I am working with one of the largest parcel distributors in the world. Currently they are going through a growth phase across the UK. With a world wide operation they are looking for a Maintenance Engineer to join one of their well established sites, going through a recent investment of £2 million to help modernise the site and keep the high standards of performance on the site with newer technology. Working on this site as a Maintenance Engineer will provide job security for yourself, chance to work in a well experienced team and further benefits we can discuss The Role As a Maintenance Engineer you will: Be working in a highly automated fast moving environment as the site can perform to a volume 45,000 parcels an hour Working on various equipment including Various conveyor systems, electrical and mechanical components, sorters and more Join a team on shift including a supervisor, technicians and fellow engineers Working on machinery including Sorters, various conveyor belts and x-ray machines in an automated environment all driven by PLCs The Engineer In a Maintenance Engineer we are looking for: A recognised engineering qualification, Level 3 preferred An engineer that can work mechanically and/or electrically and has experience in Production/Logistics environments Being able to perform under high pressure scenarios and hit KPIs set on the site Strong communicator to help the engineering team work effectively and efficiently but also someone that will be able to work on their own as and when needed The Benefits As a Maintenance Engineer you will receive: An annual salary of £47,000 with OT paid at 1.5x on the weekend Training to develop your skills Potential progression for the right individual as they like to promote from within A pension contribution from my client 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
£49260 - 49260 per year PLC TRAINING + DOUBLE PAY + TRAINING MATRIX
Basildon
Role: Maintenance Engineer (x2) Shift: Mon-Fri, 3-Shift Week 1: 6am-2pm (x2) Week 2: 2pm-10pm Week 3: 10pm-6pm Salary: £49,260 (LOADS OF OVERTIME. – 1.5 + 2.0) Location: Basildon The Company Would you like specific, dedicated PLC training? Are you the type of Maintenance Engineer who wants to work in a clean, automated environment with brand-new, state-of-the-art equipment and machinery? Our client is one of the largest parcel distribution companies worldwide. With an annual turnover in the billions globally, they supply their services internationally to over 200 countries. Recently, they have invested around £150,000,000 installing the latest, state-of-the-art machinery and PLC equipment for you to start working with immediately! The Role As a Maintenance Engineer, your responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Working on highly automated conveyors, sorters, PLCs etc. Reactive and PPM maintenance on all of the automated equipment on-site Fault finding electrically working with single and three phase kit, sensors, isolators, proximities, e-stops, etc. Replacing mechanical components like-for-like such as bearings, belts, rollers, gearboxes, chains, shafts etc. About You The ideal Maintenance Engineer will have the following: A recognised engineering qualification Experience working as a Multi-Skilled Engineer A willingness to work with PLCs/undergo PLC training A sound understanding of key mechanical and/or electrical components Company Benefits The company also discloses numerous benefits for the role of Maintenance Engineer which include: A healthy company contribution towards your pension 28 shifts holiday allowance The opportunity to gain experience in a growing industry A dedicated budget assigned to offer you personalised PLC training, working alongside four Automation Technicians 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
£49260 - 49260 per year PLC TRAINING + DOUBLE PAY + TRAINING MATRIX
Basildon
Role: Maintenance Engineer (x2) Shift: Mon-Fri, 3-Shift Week 1: 6am-2pm (x2) Week 2: 2pm-10pm Week 3: 10pm-6pm Salary: £49,260 (LOADS OF OVERTIME. – 1.5 + 2.0) Location: Basildon The Company Would you like specific, dedicated PLC training? Are you the type of Maintenance Engineer who wants to work in a clean, automated environment with brand-new, state-of-the-art equipment and machinery? Our client is one of the largest parcel distribution companies worldwide. With an annual turnover in the billions globally, they supply their services internationally to over 200 countries. Recently, they have invested around £150,000,000 installing the latest, state-of-the-art machinery and PLC equipment for you to start working with immediately! The Role As a Maintenance Engineer, your responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Working on highly automated conveyors, sorters, PLCs etc. Reactive and PPM maintenance on all of the automated equipment on-site Fault finding electrically working with single and three phase kit, sensors, isolators, proximities, e-stops, etc. Replacing mechanical components like-for-like such as bearings, belts, rollers, gearboxes, chains, shafts etc. About You The ideal Maintenance Engineer will have the following: A recognised engineering qualification Experience working as a Multi-Skilled Engineer A willingness to work with PLCs/undergo PLC training A sound understanding of key mechanical and/or electrical components Company Benefits The company also discloses numerous benefits for the role of Maintenance Engineer which include: A healthy company contribution towards your pension 28 shifts holiday allowance The opportunity to gain experience in a growing industry A dedicated budget assigned to offer you personalised PLC training, working alongside four Automation Technicians 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 - DAYS
£47840 - 47840 per year Guaranteed OTE of upto £55k + 28days holiday increasing after 2yrs + Training including Refrigeratio
Preston
Role - Electrical Maintenance Engineer (covering 2 sites) Salary - £47,840 + OT + realistic OTE £55k Hours – Monday to Friday 8-4pm Location – Preston Holidays – 28 with increase after 2 years’ service Training offered – Refrigeration controls courses, Manual Handling, Working at Height Company pool van provided ATA Recruitment have partnered with engineering firm specialising in the automated warehouse sector. They are a multi-site group supplying specialist services across, wholesale, retail and manufacturing facilities. My client is accredited to the highest BRCGS Food Safety standards and provide world class services to some of the biggest names within the food and manufacturing industry. They are now recruiting for an experienced electrical bias maintenance engineer to keep the operation running as smooth as possible. The Role of the Maintenance Engineer: Around 80-90% of the role is based out of the Preston sight with some travel to Newcastle, (twice a week). You could go some weeks not travelling to Newcastle and then the odd weeks travelling to Newcastle either e.g. Tuesdays/Thursdays. Further responsibilities of the electrical bias maintenance engineer: - Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on various automated equipment including mobile racking systems - Fault find on control circuits, panels, inverters, drives - Report into the engineering who will be mobile based Requirements of the electrical bias maintenance engineer: - Hold a NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in electrical engineering - Familiar with controls, safety circuits, inverters - Experience in working in a manufacturing/FMCG environment (highly desirable) - Happy to travel across 2 sites as and when needed If you are an experienced maintenance engineer either electrically qualified or hold a mechanical qualification with at least 40% bias on the electrical then I want to hear from you. Hit the apply button now to be considered. 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
£47000 - 47000 per year 6% Pension cont + OT + Medical
Greater Manchester
Job Title – Multi skilled Maintenance Engineer Multi skilled Maintenance Engineer Location – Bolton Salary - £47,000 (plus overtime @ 1.5 ) Shift – 6-2/8-4/2-10/4-12 2 weeks earlies/days, 2 weeks of lates The Company Our client is one the World’s largest warehouse logistics specialists. They are now looking for a multi skilled Maintenance Engineer on a brand-new site. They excel at providing fully automated sortation and distribution centres for a wide variety of industries, the business continues to expand thanks to a buoyant market. This is a brand-new site which they have invested 15 million in new machinery, so you will be working with some of the most state of the art machinery on the market! The Role You will be working with automated equipment all driven by PLC’s including conveyor systems, robotics systems, shuttles, A-frame, Auto baggers, Stackers, de-stackers, labellers, Vision systems, baggage systems. Your day-to-day responsibilities as a Multi skilled Maintenance engineer will include: The planned and reactive maintenance and service of all machines on site. Working as part of a maintenance engineering team. Mechanically you will mainly be replacing worn out parts on the conveyors which will include rollers, bearings, and pulleys. Electrical work will include reading through electrical schematics, utilizing electrical test equipment such as multi-meters and fault finding on panels. Mainly swapping both electrical and mechanical components like for like with the odd strip and rebuild project. The Candidate To be successful in your application as a multi skilled Maintenance Engineer you must have the following skills or attributes: Must have a recognised Electrical or Mechanical Qualification minimum level 3 . Must have previous experience working as a Maintenance Engineer. Must have good communication and interpersonal skills. The Benefits As a multi skilled maintenance Engineer you will expect: Fantastic security and progression opportunities Private health care with the option to upgrade for full family cover Very competitive salary and overtime rate 6% pension Contribution Company benefits to cover you and family. 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays. 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. 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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Trainee Maintenance Engineer
£29500 - 33000 per year Overtime
Glastonbury
Role: Trainee Maintenance Engineer Shift: Panama’s- 3’s and 2’s days and night Salary: £29,500 Location: Glastonbury The Company Are you looking for your first step in to engineering?! Are you looking for a career for one of the largest automation businesses? I have an opportunity for a Trainee Maintenance Engineer to work for one of world’s largest manufacturer of automated material handling systems in the world. The company turns over more than £600million globally. The company deliver an excellent 99.2% on customer orders with thousands per week. This is done through state-of-the-art machines including cranes, conveyor systems, shuttle systems and robots. Their site in Milton Keynes is one of the most state-of-the-art automated distributions in the area. This company are a true leader in their field, offering excellent employee benefits, fantastic training and a great team to work with. I’m 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. The Role Your day to day responsibilities as a Trainee Maintenance Engineer will include: ***FULL TRAINING PROVIDED ALONG WITH SUPPORT** To undertaking a range of maintenance and support with the flow of the automation. Working on Conveyor systems, packaging machines, A-frames, Robotics to name a few. Powering down safely and correctly to allow product flow faults to be rectified Investigate the reasons and re-start the system after an emergency stop (non technical errors) Making sure all machinery is running correctly. The Person To be successful in your application for a Trainee Maintenance Engineer you will need: An electrical or mechanical qualification (Desirable) A desire to progress within an engineering business. Looking for a career within a forward thinking business The Benefits As a Trainee 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. Fantastic salary and benefits package. 6% Contribution 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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Deputy Maintenance Team Leader
£54873 - 54873 per year Medical cover and training
Castle Donington
Role: Deputy Maintenance Team Leader Location: Castle Donnington Shifts: Suez – Days and nights – 2 weekends off in 4 Salary: £54,873, Plus Pension contribution, Private healthcare and more The Company I am currently recruiting for a company who are an systems integrator on a global scale across the world, they operate in numerous countries with plenty of tier one clients and are currently consistently growing across the UK over the past numerous years. On this new site in Castle Donington, since the site- opened nearly 5 years ago there has been £75 million invested to keep up with the demand of the site, Over the last couple of years, there was a large expansion installing some new shuttle systems. With the latest automation and technology the site processes over 120,000 orders a day – the sites aim is to get the unit out of the warehouse 30, showing how state-of-the art and slick the process is. In a shift team there is a Maintenance Team Leader, Deputy Team leader, a few engineers and a couple of Automation Assistants. Having an Automation Assistant on shift will allow you as an Engineer to look into the Continuous Improvement of the site as this is a big thing for the longevity of the site. As a MDTL your day to day responsibilities will include: Working alongside your Maintenance Team leader making sure that you are both happy with the 4 engineers on shift and reporting any problems either way Stepping up into a Team Leader role in their absence Promote a strong safety culture and adhere to Health & Safety and statutory procedures Prepare and chair Daily Review Meetings with Key Stakeholders Undertake analysis of CMMS data to assist forward planning for CI opportunities Working on highly automated state of the art equipment – including Automated shuttle systems, Some of the latest robotics, Various Conveyor Systems just to name a few! The Individual We are looking for a MDTL that: Can work as a multi-skilled engineer – working safely electrically and mechanically Be confident communicating and working as part of a team An Engineer that holds a recognised qualification Perform independently when required and under pressure in certain scenarios As a Deputy Maintenance Team Leader you will receive: An annual salary of £54,873 plus overtime 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 into future leadership roles. Up to 6% pension Private healthcare Cycle to work scheme Employee referral scheme Employee assistance programme Employee of the Quarter awards Fantastic salary and benefits package. 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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WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
"Knapp UK have been working closely with ATA Recruitment for many years now, to recruit for a variety of roles and have seen considerable success. Together we have made some great hires, from Engineers in our resident sites right through to more senior management."
Head of HR, Knapp UK
"I wanted to thank all of you at ATA Recruitment for the exceptional work you have been doing for FedEx in supplying great calibre Maintenance Engineering contractors to support the onsite team at Dartford. The people you have supplied have been ideal and have made a big contribution to the onsite team."
Manager - Facilities Management & Material Handling Maintenance, Fedex UK Ltd
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