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 Engineer
£52500 - 52500 per year Progression and Enhanced benefits
Mansfield
Role: Maintenance Engineer Location: Mansfield Salary: £52,500 plus Group discount and technical development Shifts: 4on 4off Days and Nights The Company ATA Recruitment are proud to be working with a global client who are ever growing their group and increasing their status within the Global economy, now having stores in various industries in over 20 countries across the world the group has been established for 40 years and since then they have grown and gone from strength to strength creating this engineering opportunity with lots of security which is a huge benefit in the current financial climate. At their site in Mansfield they are currently recruiting for a number of Maintenance Engineers to join the site and creating an opportunity to work on some state-of-the-art equipment following the recent expansion of the site. So grab this opportunity with both hands whilst you can. The site in Mansfield is one of the largest facilities in Europe providing plenty of progression opportunity whether you want to progress technically or into man management the ball is in your court with the company fully supporting you! Since the site has opened there has been hundreds of millions of pounds invested into the engineering and automation function helping make the site efficient and embarking on a journey of continuous improvement. To help the journey and increase the commitment the current Head of Engineering, has helped the company overcome the teething issues, and has supported steady the ship over the last couple of years and increase the retention but also continued the investment and development on the site The Role As a Maintenance Engineer you will: - Be joining a shift team of 10 engineers including, SMEs and Shift Managers who don’t shy away from a challenge and supporting the team and helping development of their team - Be responsible for Electrical and Mechanical fault finding on fully automated systems, Following PPMs using the companies CMMS system following the recent installation of the software as a huge part of their long-term development of the site - React to any breakdowns during the shift and be an essential part of engineering problems out and ensuring they don’t happen again - Be working on over £200 million worth of automated machinery and some high-tech equipment including various conveyor systems, ASRS systems, Packaging equipment just to name a few! - The Engineer I am looking for a Maintenance Engineer that: - Has a recognised engineering qualification - Can communicate confidently and work as part of a team depending on the need - Work under pressure in a fast moving environment - Fault find confidently and isolate systems to make them safe to work on - Alternatively my client fully supports candidates from a Forces back ground and welcome them with open arms The Package and Benefits As a Maintenance Engineer you will receive - An annual salary of £52,500 - Pension Contribution - Discounted on site gym membership - Online Learning content with unlimited access - Refer a friend scheme and employee of the month which is DOUBLE monthly salary 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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Senior Field Service Engineer
£60000 - 65000 per year 35 Days total holiday
Nottingham
Senior Field Service Engineer, £60,000 – 65,000, Based around Nottingham. Why join? Opportunity to work in one of the biggest growth markets in the UK – Industry 4.0. Total 35 days holiday Real progression into senior positions Fantastic training, opportunity to get certified in NEBOSH/ISOH and Allen Bradley PLC. A service job with no unsociable hours & no on call. We have an opportunity to join one of the Uks fastest growing systems integrators who have impressive plans to become one of the best companies in the UK. The business who produces bespoke automation solutions are partnered with some of the biggest E-Commerce and 3PL’s logistics companies globally and have built up a fantastic reputation as a specialist partner who provide a high-quality product and an efficient service. If you are a Senior Field Service engineer with experience in conveyors, material handling equipment, robotics and ASRS equipment, I would be keen to speak to you. About the role This position is the first in a newly developed service team, reporting directly into the customer service manager, you will work closely with them to lead service contracts and build the department. Responsibilities include: Supporting with the commissioning of new machinery. Providing technical support to all customer sites. Producing and delivering training to onsite engineers. Producing safety and technical documentation. Fault finding, root cause analysis and continuous improvement. Make recommendations for technical improvement to equipment. About you To be considered for the senior field service engineer role you should be/have the following: Experience working within automation/materials handling systems. Previous experience working as a service engineer. Multiskilled experience with an electrical bias. Apprentice trained with minimum level 3 qualification. Hold a recognised engineering qualifications including 18th edition. Due to the nature of the work, you should be comfortable working at heights. Ability to travel nationally and internationally If you think you are the right Senior Service Engineer, please press apply or directly email me a copy of your CV to ashton.kenney@ata-recruitment.co.uk or call me Ashton 07814905283 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
£48800 - 48800 per year
Burton
Maintenance Engineer, Burton on Trent, £48,800. Shift pattern – 4 on 4 off (4 days on, 4 off, 4 nights, 4 off) Why join? My client have invested over 20 million in the past 24 months Joining one of the huge growth areas in the East Midlands. Fantastic career progression opportunities into senior roles. The company This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a leading engineering technology business who are giants within industry 4.0. Our client, who specialise within intralogistics, material handling and system integration for the warehousing industry work with blue chip companies across Europe to provide automation and residential maintenance support. The company, who turnover north of 700 million euros has been operational since the 1950s. However, with the need and rise of automated machinery our client has grown significantly over the last 20 years, becoming a supplier of choice of high-end automated solutions. A need has arisen for a maintenance engineer to join their team at their automated site in the midlands. About the role As a maintenance engineer, you will be responsible: - Completing ppm - Reacting to breakdowns and completing remedial repair work - Maintenance, process improvements and project work - Faulting finding electrically and mechanically on various types of equipment onsite - Managing health and safety This would be on automated plant machinery, including 3 phase equipment (415v), conveyors, shuttle systems, high bay cranes, robotics, lifting systems and other PLC driven equipment. About you As a maintenance engineer you should have the following: Strong maintenance experience, ideally from working within an automated environment, however, other environments such as armed forces will be considered. Fantastic fault-finding ability, with the ability to fault find to conclusion. Recognised engineer qualification (Level 3). The ability to work within a proactive nature. The benefits In a time of uncertainty for UK engineering, this really is a great opportunity for somebody who is looking for career stability with a company that is scaling up, not down. The business offers the chance to work within a highly automated and exciting environment. There is also the chance for real career progression within the site. You will also receive excellent training through a planned-out matrix specific to your needs and you can achieve real career progression into automation and leadership positions. If you think you are the right maintenance engineer for this market leader, please press apply, call Karolis on 07796990423, or email your CV to karolis.stenas@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. 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
£52500 - 55000 per year Overtime
Shirebrook
Role: Maintenance Engineer Location: Mansfield Salary: £52,500 plus Group discount and technical development Shifts: 4on 4off Days and Nights The Company ATA Recruitment are proud to be working with a global client who are ever growing their group and increasing their status within the Global economy, now having stores in various industries in over 20 countries across the world the group has been established for 40 years and since then they have grown and gone from strength to strength creating this engineering opportunity with lots of security which is a huge benefit in the current financial climate. At their site in Mansfield they are currently recruiting for a number of Maintenance Engineers to join the site and creating an opportunity to work on some state-of-the-art equipment following the recent expansion of the site. So grab this opportunity with both hands whilst you can. The site in Mansfield is one of the largest facilities in Europe providing plenty of progression opportunity whether you want to progress technically or into man management the ball is in your court with the company fully supporting you! Since the site has opened there has been hundreds of millions of pounds invested into the engineering and automation function helping make the site efficient and embarking on a journey of continuous improvement. To help the journey and increase the commitment the current Head of Engineering, has helped the company overcome the teething issues, and has supported steady the ship over the last couple of years and increase the retention but also continued the investment and development on the site The Role As a Maintenance Engineer you will: - Be joining a shift team of 10 engineers including, SMEs and Shift Managers who don’t shy away from a challenge and supporting the team and helping development of their team - Be responsible for Electrical and Mechanical fault finding on fully automated systems, Following PPMs using the companies CMMS system following the recent installation of the software as a huge part of their long-term development of the site - React to any breakdowns during the shift and be an essential part of engineering problems out and ensuring they don’t happen again - Be working on over £200 million worth of automated machinery and some high-tech equipment including various conveyor systems, ASRS systems, Packaging equipment just to name a few! - The Engineer I am looking for a Maintenance Engineer that: - Has a recognised engineering qualification - Can communicate confidently and work as part of a team depending on the need - Work under pressure in a fast moving environment - Fault find confidently and isolate systems to make them safe to work on - Alternatively my client fully supports candidates from a Forces back ground and welcome them with open arms The Package and Benefits As a Maintenance Engineer you will receive - An annual salary of £52,500 - Pension Contribution - Discounted on site gym membership - Online Learning content with unlimited access - Refer a friend scheme and employee of the month which is DOUBLE monthly salary 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
£49356 - 49356 per year 1.5 O.T. + GREAT TRAINING + BENEFITS
Croydon
Role: Maintenance Engineer Shift: Mon-Fri Double Days (6am-2pm; 2pm-10pm) Salary: £49,356 (with O.T 1.5) Location: Croydon The Company Do you value working for a company that invests in its site and people? Are you the type of Maintenance Engineer who loves getting stuck into the job? Our client is one of the largest systems integration businesses globally. With an annual turnover of just under £150 million in the UK alone and just under £1 billion globally, they supply their pharmaceutical services to some of the leading businesses in the UK and worldwide. The client employs hundreds of employees within the UK, establishing their maintenance functions within the heart of partnered businesses to maintain a smooth production line. Our client produces thousands of products per week which is streamlined by the latest state-of-the-art technology for a Maintenance Engineer like you to work with! The Role As a Maintenance Engineer, your responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Replacing mechanical components like-for-like such as bearings, pumps, shafts, etc. Working on automated conveyors, robots, shuttles, destackers, labellers etc. Performing routine PPM checks and reactive maintenance Confidently dealing with electrical components such as sensors, relays, contactors, fuses, inverters etc. About You The ideal Maintenance Engineer will have the following: A recognised mechanical/electrical engineering qualification Experience with, or a flexible mindset for, working independently in a challenging FMCG environment A sound understanding of key mechanical and/or electrical components The personality of a strong team player who enjoys working independently Company Benefits The company also discloses numerous benefits for the role of Maintenance Engineer which include: A healthy company contribution towards your pension 33 shifts holiday inc. bank holidays The opportunity to gain experience in one of the most stable, growing industries; the pharmaceutical industry 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
£51000 - 51000 per year Medical cover and Secuirty
Castle Donington
Role: Maintenance Engineer Location: Castle Donnington Shifts: Suez Days and Nights Salary: £51,000 plus healthcare, life insurance and Pension Contribution 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. The Role As a Maintenance Engineer your day to day responsibilities will include: Your responsibilities will include reactive and PPM tasks, further to this there are various electrical and mechanical responsibilities. You will be looking after their CMMS system which is tablet based with a desktop app if required. As part of your role you will be using various state-of-the-art brand new Automated machinery including the likes of: Conveyors, Automated Cranes, Strappers, Shuttled, Box Making Machines, Robotic Systems The Candidate I am looking forward to a Maintenance Engineer that: I am looking for a competent Engineer for my client that has very good communication skills face-to-face, over the radio and over email. You will need a recognised engineering qualification You will be joining a team with colleagues from various engineering backgrounds. I am looking for someone that will be able to perform in potential high pressure scenarios and work with their team in intense environments. We are looking for a engineer that is outgoing with the customer and understands their proposed changes for the better of the company. Benefits As a Maintenance Engineer you will receive: An annual salary of £51,000 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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Senior Project Manager
£60000 - 80000 per year
Nottinghamshire
Senior Project Manager Nottinghamshire £60,000 – 80,000 The Company We are dealing with a hugely successful system integration business who deliver large scale complex automation projects to a number of sectors. The company carries a big competitive advantage over their competitors as they engineer, design, manufacture and integrate allowing them to tailor solutions to their customers needs. The business has seen huge growth in the past decade expanding from a £10 million turnover to in excess of £50 million and they deliver projects that can range from £250,000 up to £10 million in value. Due to their expansion, they are currently looking to grow the team with the addition of a Senior Project Manager. This is a great opportunity to join a growing business and to work on state of the art automation projects, please apply online for a speedy consideration. The Role The role of Senior Project Manager will see you running projects which can range from £250,000 up to £10 million in value. You may be running one very large project or handling multiple smaller projects at one time. Your role will involve: Taking the lead on projects from hand over with sales Assembling the engineering team required to deliver the project (mechanical design, electrical design, controls and manufacture) Plan the stages of the project and assess project scope for key risks for mitigation Assigning workload to the project team Leading weekly and bi-weekly project reviews with your project team Managing customer relationship for the duration of the project Ensuring projects hit major markers for delivery, completion and costs The Candidate To be successful in your application for this Senior Project Manager role you will need: Experience in leading projects for either automation, process equipment or plant machinery To have a supporting engineering qualification To be a strong communicator who can build credibility with customers and project teams To have a commercial focus to ensure projects deliver to budget To be able to galvanise project teams and create vision To be someone who enjoys the responsibility of high value projects The Benefits For this Senior Project Manager role, the following benefits are on offer: £60,000 – 80,000 25 Days plus bank holidays The opportunity to work on large dynamic projects If you’re interested, please apply online or send your CV to matt.taylor@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. 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 Standard Pension + Health Insurance + 23 Days Holiday + Clean Modern Working Environment
Kettering
Maintenance Engineer – £49,500 – Kettering, Northamptonshire (NN14) Panama Shift Pattern (2 Days, 3 Nights, 5 Off / 3 Days, 2 Nights, 5 Off) – Standard Pension + Health Insurance + 23 Days Holiday + Clean Modern Working Environment About the client ATA are working with a modern, high-tech automated site in Northamptonshire—part of a larger, well-established international group providing cutting-edge material handling systems. With a 1.1 million sq. ft facility, 17 miles of rail-based conveyors and a 24/7 operation, this site is a prime example of smart automation. You’ll be joining a company that continues to invest heavily in technology and its people, offering a clean, structured and secure environment for a skilled maintenance engineer. What you’ll be doing As a maintenance engineer, your role will be focused on ensuring maximum uptime of highly automated equipment used across the three-floor site. You’ll work closely with a small on-site engineering team, balancing planned maintenance with occasional reactive tasks in a calm and well-organised operation. Your responsibilities will include: Performing preventative maintenance tasks across a variety of electrical and mechanical systems. Responding to breakdowns, diagnosing issues, and replacing like-for-like components. Electrical fault finding with multimeters, isolating faults, and working with sensors, switches, fuses, and motors. Mechanical rebuild and replacement of chains, shafts, bearings, gearboxes, and pneumatic systems. Checking stock levels and supporting with spares management. Taking part in ongoing improvement projects around system efficiency and stock flow. Collaborating with the team to maintain exceptional availability and uptime KPIs. This site sees only around one breakdown per 24 hours on average, with over 98% of maintenance being planned—making it an ideal setting for a maintenance engineer who enjoys stability and structure, with opportunities to contribute to wider improvements. What the client is looking for To be successful as a maintenance engineer, you should have: A recognised Level 3 qualification in either Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (City & Guilds, NVQ, etc.). Strong hands-on experience in fault finding and repairing both electrical and mechanical systems. Familiarity with three-phase systems, isolators, proximity sensors, and safety switches. Experience in an automated, fast-moving or distribution environment is a plus. A willingness to work on a large-scale site (engineers can walk 9–10 miles daily across three floors). A proactive, team-focused attitude and the desire to keep improving site performance. Why you should apply High-spec modern site with clean, well-organised facilities. Join a stable and supportive engineering team with long-term investment in people. Real opportunity to expand your skills in electrical maintenance and automation. Excellent work/life balance through structured Panama shift pattern. If you think you’re the right maintenance engineer for this position, 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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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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