Ata Recruitment

ATA Recruitment is a specialist engineering recruitment company based in Derby with nearly 60 years of experience delivering permanent, contract and interim staffing solutions to the UK's manufacturing and engineering sectors. The company operates as a trusted market leader, recognised for providing high-value recruitment services backed by deep industry insight and a specialist network of over 60,000 engineers. ATA Recruitment's core mission is to bridge the skills gap within engineering and manufacturing by connecting businesses with exceptional talent and supporting individuals into rewarding careers where they can thrive.

ATA Recruitment specialises across eight core sectors: general engineering, automotive, aerospace, food and FMCG manufacturing, special purpose machinery, process engineering, warehouse automation and construction materials manufacturing. The company serves businesses of all sizes, from SMEs to large blue chip organisations, providing tailored workforce solutions including ad-hoc permanent placements, high-volume temporary staffing and sensitive business-critical hires. ATA's consultants possess deep sector knowledge and understand the specific technical requirements, equipment and operational challenges within each industry vertical, enabling them to identify candidates with both the right technical competencies and the potential to succeed within diverse manufacturing environments.

ATA Recruitment operates from two physical locations: its head office at The Derby Conference Centre in Derby and an additional office in Leicester. The company serves clients and candidates across the UK, with particular strength in regions including the Midlands, South of England and Scotland. Employers choose ATA Recruitment for its specialist approach to engineering recruitment, rapid placement capability, commitment to skills development and proven track record in accessing talent from diverse backgrounds, including forces leavers and candidates transitioning between industries. The company is an Armed Forces Covenant member and actively champions inclusive hiring practices, recognising that transferable engineering skills and potential often matter more than direct sector experience.