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Panel Wirer
£22 - 25 per hour
Nottingham
Panel Wirer/Electrician/Electrical Fitter 3 Month Rolling Contract (12 Months Available) Based in Nottingham Monday-Friday day shifts / 8am – 5pm (50 hours available) LTD Company Outside IR35 - £25ph PAYE - £19.27ph + £2.33ph Holiday Pay Opportunity to work for a Major Specialists Materials Handlings business generating over £650million in annual sales. If you are looking for a new contract, then please contact Adil Shaikh on 07920 410 329 or email adil.shaikh@ata-recruitment.co.uk The day-to-day responsibilities of the Panel Wirer will include the following: Fabricate panels and fit electrical components according to detailed engineering drawings Assemble a range of electrical control panels, including PLC’s, inverters, sensors, relays, busbars and drives Install and test electrical panels and cable assemblies to ensure functionality and compliance Maintain a clean and organised workspace by adhering so S5 principles Work effectively as part of a high performing team Adhere to company standards and produce high quality work The Panel Wireman must possess the following skills & experience: Proven experience in electrical installation within an industrial environment Expertise in panel modification and machine wiring Installation and electrical wiring qualification Strong ability to fault find and repair a variety of control panels Hardworking, reliable and enthusiastic Good communication skills to interact effectively with team members The benefits of this position: Monday to Friday Day shifts – 8AM to 5PM (50 Hours Available) Outside IR35 role Overtime Rates Available To be considered for this role please either hit the 'Apply' button on this site or email your CV directly to adil.shaikh@ata-recruitment.co.uk I can also be contacted directly on 07920410329. I look forward to hearing from you! ATA Recruitment specialise in the recruitment of Engineers across the UK, so if this role is not for you, please do have a look on our website for further potential opportunities which may suit your skills and experience better - If you have the skill, we have the recruitment knowledge and together we can find you your perfect job! - You must be eligible to live and work within the UK. Sponsorship is not 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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Project Manager
£50000 - 60000 per year pension + Training + Other great benefits
Huddersfield
Projects Manager Job Advert: Projects Manager Location: Huddersfield Position Type: Full-Time Salary: 50K-60K DOE Are you a dynamic and solutions-oriented professional with a background in managing high-value capital projects? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments and excel in delivering results on time and within budget? If so, we have the perfect role for you! About the Role We are seeking a Projects Manager to join our team based at our site in Huddersfield. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the planning and delivery of all capital projects across our business. Working closely with the Sales Director and other key stakeholders, you will ensure that projects progress seamlessly from enquiry to commissioning, meeting customer specifications and exceeding expectations. Key Responsibilities for a Projects Manager Collaborate with the Sales Director to understand customer requirements. Manage multiple projects at various stages of the project life cycle, including: Enquiry Specification/Design Manufacture Testing Installation and Commissioning Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. Key Skills and Experience for a Projects Manager Strong technical and commercial acumen gained in an engineering or manufacturing environment. Proven experience managing multiple high-value capital projects, preferably within an OEM environment. Experience in industries such as food, pharmaceutical, or FMCG is desirable but not essential. Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage internal and external stakeholders effectively. A proactive problem solver who can anticipate and resolve issues early. Ability to work autonomously, balancing competing priorities in a fast-paced setting. Who Should Apply? This role is ideal for individuals with a background in: Project Management Applications Engineering Sales Coordination Project Coordination How to Apply If you have a passion for delivering excellence and a proven track record in capital project management, we’d love to hear from you. Ready to take on a new challenge? Submit your CV to Jon.paryazani@ata-recruitment.co.uk Why Join Us? We offer a supportive and collaborative environment where your expertise will drive impactful outcomes. This is your opportunity to play a key role in shaping the success of complex and rewarding projects. 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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Panel Wirer
£20 - 20 per hour
Nottingham
Panel Wirer/Electrician/Electrical Fitter 3 Month Rolling Contract (12 Months Available) Based in Nottingham Monday-Friday day shifts / 8am – 5pm (50 hours available) LTD Company Outside IR35 - £20ph PAYE - £15.76ph + £1.90ph Holiday Pay Overtime Rates £26ph Outside IR35 PAYE Overtime Rates - £21ph + £2.53ph Holiday Pay (Overtime rates will be applied for every hour worked after 40 hours) Opportunity to work for a Major Specialists Materials Handlings business generating over £650million in annual sales. If you are looking for a new contract, then please contact Adil Shaikh on 07920 410 329 or email adil.shaikh@ata-recruitment.co.uk The day-to-day responsibilities of the Panel Wirer will include the following: Fabricate panels and fit electrical components according to detailed engineering drawings Assemble a range of electrical control panels, including PLC’s, inverters, sensors, relays, busbars and drives Install and test electrical panels and cable assemblies to ensure functionality and compliance Maintain a clean and organised workspace by adhering so S5 principles Work effectively as part of a high performing team Adhere to company standards and produce high quality work The Panel Wireman must possess the following skills & experience: Proven experience in electrical installation within an industrial environment Expertise in panel modification and machine wiring Installation and electrical wiring qualification Strong ability to fault find and repair a variety of control panels Hardworking, reliable and enthusiastic Good communication skills to interact effectively with team members The benefits of this position: Monday to Friday Day shifts – 8AM to 5PM (50 Hours Available) Outside IR35 role Overtime Rates Available To be considered for this role please either hit the 'Apply' button on this site or email your CV directly to adil.shaikh@ata-recruitment.co.uk I can also be contacted directly on 07920410329. I look forward to hearing from you! ATA Recruitment specialise in the recruitment of Engineers across the UK, so if this role is not for you, please do have a look on our website for further potential opportunities which may suit your skills and experience better - If you have the skill, we have the recruitment knowledge and together we can find you your perfect job! - You must be eligible to live and work within the UK. Sponsorship is not 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
£48500 - 48500 per year
Birmingham
Mechanical Maintenance Engineer Location: Aldridge Salary: £48,500 OTE: £60,000 Benefits: 10% Pension, generous holiday allowance, excellent overtime opportunities Training Available: Full training package 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 facility in Aldridge as a 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. 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 Mechanical Maintenance Engineer Role: As a Mechanical 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, 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. Interviews available immediately! 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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Proposals Engineer
£35000 - 45000 per year
Derbyshire
Proposals Engineer Derbyshire Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 (DOE) + Profit Share scheme + Performance related bonus + Private Healthcare The company: Our client is a leader in providing engineered solutions to the energy and renewable energy sectors, Including those in Hydrogen, Carbon Capture and waste energy. Their team designs and fabricates a variety of mechanical components, including Structural supports, Heat Exchanges, Housing enclosers, Exhaust systems, Ventilation and Ducting. The UK arm of the business currently employs around 30 members of staff, with 50% of the team being Design and Projects Engineers. Internationally, the company employs over 800 members of staff, largely across their Manufacturing sites in Europe. As a business they are experiencing growth and a consistent large volume of incoming projects globally within growing industries, what has seen their turnover grow from £30 million in 2018, to £80 million in 2023. As such they are looking to expand their design team to allow them to run additional projects simultaneously. The Role: As a Proposals Engineer, you will be liaising with the sales team, creating concept design pieces and detailed quotations (estimated bill of materials) for client’s projects, and supporting with bringing on new business. This will be a non-sale role but will involve liaising with clients to understand their criteria and advise on adjustments and improvements. Your responsibilities will include: Preparing concept design drawings, and performing basic calculations Material selection to suit the materials requirements and environments Attending customer meetings Interpreting and working from customer requirements, specifications and drawings Perform detailed engineering calculations using both software or hand calculations – These include: Structural, fluid dynamic, finite element analysis, and general mechanics Support project management, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams Provide technical support to internal and external customers. Research and development to maintain market leadership. What we’re looking for in a candidate: Substantial experience in a mechanical design role Previous commercial responsibilities in a role Good understanding of fabricated structures/components and manufacturing techniques. Ability to create piping and instrumentation diagrams. The ability to create conceptual work from scratch with minimal support Mechanical design qualification Previous experience as a proposals engineer would be advantageous but not essential The Benefits: Competitive salary package - £35k - £45K Depending on experience. More qualified candidates would be welcome to apply, and a more competitive salary would be discussed if additional experience can be brought to the role. Profit share scheme and performance related Bonus’s Private Personal healthcare – with ability to extend to family Salary sacrifice car scheme available Office-based role, however flexible working can be offered - Standard working hours of 8:30am – 5pm Monday to Friday 24 days of annual leave + bank holidays A supportive and collaborative work environment Opportunities for professional development, career growth How to Apply: If you are a motivated and experienced Proposals Engineer looking to join a growing company, we want to hear from you! 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 - 52500 per year FREE FOOD + 2.0 O.T. + EXCELLENT BENEFITS
South Hornchurch
Role: Maintenance Engineer Shift: Days and Nights Salary: Up to £52,500 (+ O.T. 1.5 + 2.0) Location: South Hornchurch The Company Would you like to take advantage of numerous company benefits? Have you wanted to take the plunge into PLC/Electrical panel training to upskill? Our client is a very large, internationally renowned food manufacturer! They supply their services to recognised entities such as Tesco, Waitrose, Morrisons, Wetherspoons etc. This company has invested millions in a new production line, brand-new machinery and is looking to upscale that by investing millions again in another production line; despite already being established, they are continually growing. They are looking for another motivated Maintenance Engineer to take advantage of what they have to offer! The Role As a Maintenance Engineer, your responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Working electrically on sensors, relays, contactors, control panel fault finding, three phase kit etc. Working on conveyors, weighers, packaging machines, silos, bucket elevators etc. Dealing with mechanical components such as bearings, belts, sprockets, gearboxes, chain drives, pulley systems etc. Perform reactive and planned maintenance as part of a team 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 mechanical and electrical components Company Benefits The company also discloses numerous benefits for the role of Maintenance Engineer which include: Free food and drink in the company canteen, along with a select range of unreleased products you can try first! Medical cash plan including dental, eye tests etc. A strong budget dedicated solely for personalised on-site training, applied from your very first day A healthy company pension contribution Club membership with exclusive social activity perks including wine tasting, go-karting etc. 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 Team Leader
£27 - 28 per hour
Cannock
**Maintenance Team Leader (Electrical Bias) ** Temp to Perm – £27-£28p/h (Inc Hol Pay) T2P PAYE Location: Cannock Panama Shift Pattern (12-hour shift – 7am-7pm / 7pm-7am) Business Overview: Our client is a leading provider in the FMCG market, specializing in the production and distribution of high-quality, sustainable products. They focus on providing fresh, healthy food to the market, with an emphasis on maintaining strong supply chain relationships and environmental responsibility. They are looking for an Electrical biased Maintenance Team Leader to assist them in their business on a temporary to permanent basis. For the position of a Maintenance Team Leader, you will be required to conduct the following duties: Routine Maintenance: Perform regular inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs on electrical systems, including PLCs, motors, control panels, and other electrical equipment. Assist the Maintenance Manager in managing a team of engineers, as well as carrying out engineering duties, servicing and conducting repairs over the site. Machinery working on includes Slicers, dicers, baggers, wrappers, shredders, multi head weighers, metal detectors, conveyors, Troubleshooting: Quickly diagnose and resolve electrical faults to minimize production downtime and ensure smooth operations. Working safely is paramount, installing distribution, 3phase power, cabling, transformers, relays etc Measuring and testing electrical supply to correct standards and procedures, and Health & Safety Handling 1:1 meeting and managing disciplinary actions. quick response to breakdowns, equipment repair, preventative maintenance, factory start-ups, and technical repairs. The successful Maintenance Team Leader will need to have the following attributes: HNC, HND, NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering or equivalent 17th / 18th edition wiring regulations (Beneficial) Proven experience in electrical maintenance within a manufacturing or industrial environment Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work with complex electrical systems and machinery. Ideally FMCG experience (Desirable) The benefits of this position: Opportunity to work with a highly reputable organisation Autonomy to get on with the job, whilst working as part of good team Busy reactive maintenance environment Life Assurance The Employee Assistance Programme offers access to a remote GP service and a 24/7 helpline for financial and legal support. I am looking to speak to talented Industrial Mechanical maintenance engineers, who are looking for a rewarding and challenging contract position. For more information, please contact Sam Martlew – Recruitment Specialist at ATA Recruitment (sam.martlew@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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Electrical Maintenance Engineer
£25 - 26 per hour
Cannock
**Electrical Maintenance Engineer** Temp to Perm – £25-£26.45p/h (Inc Hol Pay) PAYE T2P Location: Cannock Panama Shift Pattern (12-hour shift – 7am-7pm / 7pm-7am) Business Overview: Our client is a leading provider in the FMCG market, specializing in the production and distribution of high-quality, sustainable products. They focus on providing fresh, healthy food to the market, with an emphasis on maintaining strong supply chain relationships and environmental responsibility. They are looking for an Electrical Maintenance Engineer to assist them in their business on a temporary to permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a long-term role, as they are seeking someone who can hit the ground running and transition into a permanent position. For the position of an Electrical Maintenance Engineer, you will be required to conduct the following duties: Routine Maintenance: Perform regular inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs on electrical systems, including PLCs, motors, control panels, and other electrical equipment. Machinery working on includes Slicers, dicers, baggers, wrappers, shredders, multi head weighers, metal detectors, conveyors, Troubleshooting: Quickly diagnose and resolve electrical faults to minimize production downtime and ensure smooth operations. Working safely is paramount, installing distribution, 3phase power, cabling, transformers, relays etc Quick response to breakdowns, equipment repair, preventative maintenance, factory start-ups, and technical repairs. The successful Electrical Maintenance Engineer will need to have the following attributes: HNC, HND, NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering or equivalent 17th / 18th edition wiring regulations (Beneficial) Proven experience in electrical maintenance within a manufacturing or industrial environment Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work with complex electrical systems and machinery. Ideally FMCG experience (Desirable) The benefits of this position: Opportunity to work with a highly reputable organisation Autonomy to get on with the job, whilst working as part of good team Busy reactive maintenance environment Life Assurance Employee Assistance Programme offers access to a remote GP service and a 24/7 helpline for financial and legal support. I am looking to speak to talented Maintenance Engineers who are looking for a rewarding and challenging contract position. For more information, please contact Sam Martlew – Recruitment Specialist at ATA Recruitment (sam.martlew@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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