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.
OUR AREAS OF EXPERTISE
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Permanent Recruitment
Maintenance Engineer
Maintenance Manager
Service Engineer
Site Engineer
Reliability Engineer
Controls Engineer
Project Engineer
Project Manager
Design Engineer
Continuous Improvement Engineer
Key Account Manager
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Contract Recruitment
Maintenance Engineer
Service Engineer
Installation Engineer
Site Engineer
Reliability Engineer
Controls Engineer
Project Engineer
Design Engineer
Continuous Improvement Engineer
Operatives
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Interim Recruitment
Maintenance Manager
Engineering Manager
Health and Safety Manager
Site Manager
Project Manager
Plant Manager
Operations Manager
Engineering Director
Technical Director
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ATA Search
Engineering Manager
Operations Manager
Site Manager
General Manager
Customer Service Director
Engineering Director
Technical Director
Operations Director
Managing Director
Latest Jobs In Warehouse Automation
Maintenance Engineer
£49000 - 51000 per year Overtime (OTE ~60k+) + Contributory Pension + Training + Progression
Stoke
Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer – £50,000 – Stoke-on-Trent 4 days, 2 off -- 3 nights, 2 off -- 3 days, 8 off (Days & Nights, 12-hour shifts) – Overtime (OTE ~60k+) + Contributory Pension + Training + Progression About the business Large-scale distribution and logistics operation supporting both retail and online supply chains Highly automated environment with multiple distribution centres and advanced material handling systems Wide range of equipment including conveyors, cranes, automated storage systems and sortation technology Established business with significant infrastructure and ongoing operational investment Large engineering function operating across multiple shift teams Training & progression For every Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer, the business offers: Extensive in-house training across automation systems, PLCs and site-specific equipment Development on Siemens S7, TIA Portal, SCADA and control systems Opportunities to progress into senior, controls or team leader positions Ongoing support within a large, experienced engineering team Why apply? This Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer role offers excellent earning potential with significant overtime and long-term stability. Work within a highly automated, fast-paced environment with varied engineering challenges Join a large team where development and internal progression are actively supported Be part of a site with continuous improvement projects and modern automation systems The role As a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer, responsibilities include: Reactive maintenance across automated distribution systems and site equipment Electrical fault finding on control panels, contactors, overloads, sensors and drives PLC fault diagnosis via HMI screens (Siemens systems) Mechanical maintenance including conveyors, bearings, belts, rollers and gearboxes Supporting PPMs and continuous improvement across the operation What they’re looking for To succeed as a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer, you will need: Level 3 engineering qualification (NVQ, Apprenticeship or equivalent) Experience within manufacturing, automation or distribution environments Strong electrical fault-finding ability and confidence working within panels Basic PLC knowledge and ability to diagnose faults via HMI A proactive, hands-on approach suited to a fast-paced Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer environment If you feel you’re the right Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer for this opportunity, apply today or get in touch via email on 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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Fabricator
£20 - 20 per hour
Derby
Contract Fabricator / Sheet Metal Worker Location: Derby Rate: £20.00 p/h (Ltd – Outside IR35) Contract: 3 months initially Shift: Monday to Friday – Days We’re looking for an experienced Fabricator / Sheet Metal Worker to support a busy engineering and manufacturing workshop. The role involves producing and assembling components used in bespoke conveyor systems and food processing machinery. This is a hands-on position suited to someone confident working from drawings and delivering high-quality fabrication work in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Carry out MIG & TIG welding on stainless and mild steel Fabricate and assemble components from engineering drawings Produce parts for conveyor and processing equipment Maintain high standards of quality and safety Requirements: Proven background in fabrication and sheet metal work Strong MIG & TIG welding experience Confident working with stainless steel and mild steel Able to read and work from technical drawings Good attention to detail and quality standards Benefits: 3 month rolling contract Outside IR35 Early finish Friday I am looking to speak to talented Fabricators 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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Maintenance Engineer
£55000 - 55000 per year Private Healthcare, training and more
Birmingham
RAND NEW FULLY AUTOMATED SITE!! Role – Maintenance Engineer Shift – Panama Days and Nights Location – Birmingham Salary – £55,000, Plus Private Healthcare, Pension and security 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. Operational in over 50 countries world wide and forever growing within the UK This site in Birmingham is a brand new site for the company that is currently finishing the final steps before going live, The site will be fully automated with millions of pounds worth of investment into making sure the site is state of the art for when it opens. They are currently looking for a Maintenance Team Leader to join the company, someone who will lead the innovation. So if you are looking to work in automated logistics on a brand new site this is for you The Role As a Maintenance Engineer you will: Be working on state of the art: bagging machines, conveyors, various material handling systems and more Day to day maintenance including carrying out reactive tasks and standard PPMS Mechanically you will be replacing like for like components, Hydraulic and Pneumatic systems and fault finding Electrically you will be fault finding, working with sensors, relays and working in control panels Joining a small team of engineers The Candidate I am looking for a Maintenance Engineer that: Has a recognised engineering qualification Confident in working independently and with a Site Engineer Confident fault finding Mechanically and Electrically Confident in reading drawings Salary and Benefits As a Maintenance Engineer you will receive; - An annual salary of £55,000 - A healthy pension contribution from my client - Private Healthcare for yourself and a small cost for immediate family - Lots of other benefits inc C2W scheme, High street discounts and more 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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KICKSTART YOUR CAREER
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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