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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Engineering Manager
Health and Safety Manager
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Latest Jobs In Warehouse Automation
Maintenance Engineer
£53000 - 56000 per year Overtime, Progression
Castle Donington
Maintenance Engineer – Work on Robotics & Automation | £53k Location: Castle Donington Shift Pattern: Suez Days & Nights Salary: £53,000 + Overtime + Benefits We are recruiting a Maintenance Engineer to join a global systems integrator at a highly automated distribution / logistics / warehouse site in Castle Donington. The site has received £75m investment and operates with advanced automation and robotics, processing over 120,000 orders per day. Key Responsibilities Reactive and planned preventative maintenance (PPM) Electrical and mechanical fault finding Breakdown response in a fast-paced automated environment Use of CMMS (tablet-based) Maintenance of conveyors, shuttle systems, cranes, robotics, strappers and automated machinery Supporting continuous improvement and reliability projects Requirements Recognised engineering qualification (Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics or Automation) Experience as a Maintenance Engineer / Multi-Skilled Engineer / Shift Engineer Background in automation, intralogistics, FMCG, manufacturing or warehouse environments Strong communication and teamwork skills Able to work under pressure on days and nights What’s On Offer £53,000 salary + overtime Up to 6% pension contribution Private healthcare & life insurance Cycle to work scheme Employee assistance programme Clear progression to Senior Engineer / Team Leader roles Long-term job security with a multi-million-pound company Apply now for a Maintenance Engineer role offering high-end automation, strong earnings and long-term career progression. 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 - 45000 per year Development budget and more
Newcastle-under-Lyme
Role: Maintenance Engineer Shift: Mon – Fri days (1 in 5 week nights) Location: Stoke-On-Trent Salary: £45,500 The Company ATA Recruitment are proud to be working is a global leader in logistics and transportation, offering integrated solutions that leverage cutting-edge engineering and technology to optimize supply chain management. he company excels in designing and implementing innovative systems for package delivery, automated sorting, data analytics, and real-time tracking, which have revolutionized the industry. With a commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence, the engineering team drives the development of new infrastructure, tools, and solutions to meet the evolving needs of customers worldwide. They are looking for a Maintenance Engineer to join their team in Newcastle Under Lyme due to a recent internal promotion to a Senior Maintenance Engineer The Role As a Maintenance Engineer you will: • Perform Preventive and Reactive Maintenance (PPMs/TPMs) based on OEM instructions • Daily use of SAP and Microsoft tools to track and manage maintenance • Carry out both mechanical and electrical duties, maintaining a variety of systems • Support the upkeep of automated equipment, robotics, welding machines, and conveyors • Fault-find electrical sensors, motors, pneumatic systems, and hydraulic systems The Engineer: In a Maintenance Engineer we are looking for: A recognised Electrical / Mechanical Engineering Qualification A motivated engineer who has an adaptable working attitude Experience working withing Automated Logistics or FMCG (Desirable) An engineer who will be able to perform under high pressure scenarios but still delivering quality The Salary and shifts As a Maintenance Engineer you will: Receive an annual salary of £45,685 Working a Mon – Fri – Flexi days and 1 week in 5 night shift cover Have the opportunity to work overtime paid 1.5x Mon-Saturday and 2.0x time on Sunday Have the prospect to earn annual leave that comes with length of service every year Earn extra holiday and double time on a Bank Holiday – you will be paid Double time and also get the time back in Lieu to take an extra holiday 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
£53101 - 53101 per year 22 days holiday a year, 6% Health care Life insurance.
Castle Donington
Maintenance Engineer - £53,101 - Castle Donington – Suez shift Package details: 22 days holiday per year, 6% healthcare, life insurance. Why Join Us? Benefit from a comprehensive training programme, including detailed inductions, safety risk assessments, clear standard operating procedures (SOPs) and IPAF certification. Work on a state-of-the-art site equipped with advanced technology. Join the UK’s leading automation business, generating €700 million annually on a global scale. Be part of a confident team of 33 skilled maintenance engineers. About the Company They are are a well-established systems integration business operating within the warehousing and logistics automation sector. With over 20 years of successful operation, they have a strong UK presence. Their core focus is the design and manufacture of automated storage and retrieval systems, alongside providing on-site resident maintenance and service solutions for customers nationwide. Maintenance Engineer Role Carry out planned and reactive maintenance. Maintain automated conveyors and picking systems. Perform electrical and mechanical maintenance and breakdown repairs across all site equipment. Identify continuous improvement (CI) opportunities. Mechanical strip-down and re-assembly, basic field wiring, machine calibration, and system testing. Ensure day-to-day maintenance of site material handling equipment (MHE) is carried out to a high standard. About You To be considered for this maintenance engineer position you should be/have the following: Automation experience is preferred but not essential. A customer-focused engineering mindset. Strong computer skills. A recognised Level 3 engineering qualification or equivalent. If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Maintenance Engineer, we would love to hear from you. Please apply now to join our team. How to Apply Apply now: call Rio Justin on 07880 818 104 or email your CV to rio.justin@ata-recruitment.co.uk. ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation, and General Engineering recruitment across both permanent and contract roles. For more opportunities like this one, please 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
£45000 - 45000 per year Tuition allowance and Pension
Tamworth
Role: Maintenance Engineer Shift: Monday to Friday Days Only Location: Tamworth Salary: £45,000, Healthy Pension, Training and more The Company ATA Recruitment are proud to be working is a global leader in logistics and transportation, offering integrated solutions that leverage cutting-edge engineering and technology to optimize supply chain management. he company excels in designing and implementing innovative systems for package delivery, automated sorting, data analytics, and real-time tracking, which have revolutionized the industry. With a commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence, the engineering team drives the development of new infrastructure, tools, and solutions to meet the evolving needs of customers worldwide. On this site in Tamworth, they are currently going through lots of investment and there is lots, including new scan tunnels, millions of pounds into a new PLC and a long term projects plan as well The Role As a Maintenance Engineer you will: • Perform Preventive and Reactive Maintenance (PPMs/TPMs) based on OEM instructions • Daily use of SAP and Microsoft tools to track and manage maintenance • Carry out both mechanical and electrical duties, maintaining a variety of systems • Support the upkeep of automated equipment, robotics, welding machines, and conveyors • Fault-find electrical sensors, motors, pneumatic systems The Engineer: In a Maintenance Engineer we are looking for: A recognised Electrical / Mechanical Engineering Qualification A motivated engineer who has an adaptable working attitude Experience working withing Automated Logistics or FMCG (Desirable) An engineer who will be able to perform under high pressure scenarios but still delivering quality The Salary and shifts As a Maintenance Engineer you will: Receive an annual salary of £45,000 Working a Monday – Friday days role, various hours depending on your preference Have the opportunity to work overtime paid 1.5x Mon-Saturday and 2.0x time on Sunday Have the prospect to earn annual leave that comes with length of service every year Earn extra holiday and double time on a Bank Holiday – you will be paid Double time and also get the time back in Lieu to take an extra holiday An annual tuition bonus Healthy pension contribution from the client also 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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Test Engineer
£400 - 450 per day
Coalville
Test and Commissioning Engineer – Leicestershire (Automation system background is essential) Rate: £400 per day (Outside IR35), (£450 per day Weekend and Nights overtime) Initial 6-month contract (Monday to Friday 0700 – 1700) ECS Card Required We’re looking for an organised and technically minded Test Engineer to support testing activities across major automation projects. This role focuses on defect coordination, reporting, and communication with engineering and integration teams. Although primarily office-based, at times going onto site will be required (Office and site are in the same location) Key Responsibilities: Manage and track defects using Jira and TestRail, ensuring accurate updates and timely resolution. Updating and managing defect logs and dashboards. Work closely with engineering and integration teams to clarify issues and support troubleshooting. Maintain test documentation, update scripts, and produce ad-hoc reports. Keep dashboards up to date, reflecting real-time defect and test status. Attend site occasionally to gather updates or verify defect fixes. Requirements: Strong technical background in automation systems (e.g., conveyors, cranes, shuttles, TMS, PLC/WCS/WMS). Experience in commissioning, testing, system integration, or similar roles. Familiarity with Jira, TestRail, and defect management workflows. ECS/CSCS card for site access. Confident communicator with excellent attention to detail. Proficient in Excel and reporting. Benefits: Immediate Start Competitive Day Rate Overtime rates Long term 6-month contract with high chance of extension I am looking to speak to talented Test and Commissioning 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 Consultant at ATA Recruitment. ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and General Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website - By applying you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice which can be found on our website. ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Maintenance Engineer
£49000 - 50000 per year pension + OT
Rugby
Maintenance Engineer – £49,500 – Rugby (CV23) Panama Shift Pattern (Days & Nights, 12-hour shifts) – State Pension + 25 Days Holiday About the client ATA are supporting a major UK distribution operation that processes over 1 million parcels per day from this highly automated hub. Following a full rebrand and significant cultural shift, the business is undergoing large-scale investment, digital transformation, and expansion into international markets. With modern automation, growing volumes, and a renewed focus on engineering development, this is an excellent opportunity for a Maintenance Engineer to join a stable and improving site with long-term potential. Training & development This role offers a Maintenance Engineer: structured development pathways PLC awareness training including Profibus/Profinet courses, Future progression into senior or team leader roles as the engineering structure continues to evolve. Why you should apply This is a strong opportunity for a Maintenance Engineer seeking stability, modern automation exposure, and a less pressured environment compared to heavy manufacturing, while still benefiting from site investment, new training, and long-term growth plans. What you’ll be doing As a Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for keeping a fast-paced automated logistics facility running efficiently, with a strong focus on reducing downtime and improving reliability. Your responsibilities will include: Reactive and planned maintenance across automated conveyor and sortation systems. Mechanical fault finding on conveyors, monorail systems, pneumatics, bearings, belts, sprockets, and rollers (approx. 70–80% mechanical). Electrical fault finding using a multimeter, reading schematics, working in control panels, and changing drives and inverters. Monitoring PLC-controlled systems and supporting basic diagnostics (training provided). Working on equipment such as sorters, conveyors, barcode scanners, booms, and high-speed camera systems. What the client is looking for To succeed as a Maintenance Engineer, you’ll need: A Level 3 qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent). Ability to fault find mechanically and electrically and be able to isolate equipment effectively Confidence working in a fast-paced environment A proactive, hands-on approach with a focus on reliability rather than firefighting. If you think you’re the right Maintenance Engineer for this role, apply today or contact faisal.ahmedy@ata-recruitment.co.uk or call 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
£51370 - 54073 per year Pension, Overtime and Training
Milton Keynes
Role: Maintenance Engineer Location: Milton Keynes Salary and Incentives: £51,370, Pension, Overtime and more Shifts: 2 days 2 nights 6 off The Company I am proud to be working with a Global Client in the Warehousing and Automation sector in Milton Keynes, My clients are specialist in the design, development and manufacturing the automation involved and used in warehouses across the world. My client is approaching the century mark and now have sites in 3 different continents totalling over thousands of employees across the globe. At this site in Milton Keynes, they are looking for a Maintenance Engineer to join the team on a multi million pound site that has just turned over 6 years old. Joining a fully automated industry 4.0 site you will be working on a site with some of the latest automation and technology with continuous investment from the company into the site and their employees. My client love to promote from within into potential Maintenance Team leader roles and even further on from there The role As a Maintenance Engineer your roles will include: Working in a highly automated factory in the FMCG industry with the ASRS being a dominant factor Your responsibilities will include Reactive and PPM maintenance on all the machines and equipment on site, such as: Mini Loaders, Conveyors, Hanging Garment conveyors, Palletisers and de palletisers, Shuttle Systems and Cranes A lot of the role will be fault finding electrically working with various components Mechanically working with various components and swapping like for like Root cause analysis, Looking at recurring faults and Engineering problems out The Candidate The ideal candidate I am looking for is: You will need a recognised Engineering Qualification Strong communication skills as you will be joining 1 Senior and 5 fellow Engineers on shift A team player who can work with their team but also individually when needed to Confident in fault finding in panels An Understanding of Profibus and Profinet The Package The package you will be receiving is: An annual salary of £51,370 plus salary increase after probation Allowed to freely shift swap and take 16 days holiday A good pension Potential progression for the right individual Cycle2Work Scheme 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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If you're looking to start your career in this unique and exciting sector, read our 'Why Choose Warehouse Automation as a Career' feature today.
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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