Business Details
Expert Recruitment for Hire Industry Professionals
PATH Recruitment is a leading specialist recruitment consultancy dedicated to the hire industry and related sectors. With over a decade of experience, we connect businesses in construction, specialist equipment, merchants, forklifts, and engineering with skilled professionals. Our team combines deep industry knowledge with a proven track record in executive search, temporary staffing, and permanent placements. We maintain an extensive national database of candidates, ensuring access to hard-to-find talent while minimising no-shows through rigorous pre-screening.Our services span from entry-level roles to director positions, covering hire desk operations, engineering, sales, and fleet management. By prioritising transparency in salary expectations and maintaining low fees, we deliver cost-effective solutions tailored to clients' operational needs. Our commitment to quality assurance and client collaboration has earned us long-term partnerships with industry leaders across the UK.
Services
Executive Search
Plant Hire Recruitment
Tool Hire Staffing
Forklift Technician Placement
Hire Desk Operations
Engineering Recruitment
Sales Team Recruitment
Fleet Management Staffing
Highlights and features
- Industry-specific expertise in hire sector recruitment since 2012
- Nationwide candidate database with rigorous pre-screening processes
- Transparent salary expectations and competitive fee structure
- Executive search capabilities for leadership and specialist roles
- Proven track record with long-term industry partnerships
What people say
Exceptional communication
Rapid job placements
Industry-specific knowledge
Dedicated support
Transparent process
Services
Executive Search
Targeted executive search for senior roles in hire companies. We identify proven leaders with sector-specific experience in plant hire, equipment rental, and construction logistics. Our process combines industry knowledge with extensive executive networks to secure strategic appointments. Clients benefit from our understanding of leadership requirements in fast-paced rental environments.
Plant Hire Recruitment
Specialist recruitment for plant hire operations. We source technicians, operators, and maintenance staff with heavy machinery expertise. Our candidates meet strict safety and technical standards required for construction equipment hire businesses. Employers gain access to pre-vetted professionals familiar with industry regulations and equipment specifications.
Hire Desk Operations
Recruitment for hire desk personnel managing customer accounts. We identify candidates with exceptional organisational skills and product knowledge. Our placements ensure efficient order processing, inventory management, and client relationship maintenance. Employers receive staff trained in hire-specific customer service protocols.
Engineering Recruitment
Specialist engineering recruitment for hire companies. We supply mechanical and electrical engineers with equipment maintenance expertise. Our candidates have proven experience in servicing construction machinery, generators, and industrial equipment. Employers benefit from our technical screening process and safety compliance verification.
Sales Team Recruitment
Recruitment for sales roles in hire businesses. We identify candidates with proven track records in equipment rental sales. Our placements include business development managers, account executives, and telesales professionals. Employers gain access to sales teams trained in consultative selling approaches specific to the hire industry.
People
Ian Horton
Director
With over 15 years in hire industry recruitment, Ian specialises in executive placements for plant hire companies. He established PATH Recruitment's leadership search division and maintains key industry relationships with major construction firms.
Jackie Horton
Director
Overseeing operational recruitment, Jackie manages temporary staffing solutions for hire companies. She developed the company's rapid response system for urgent technician placements during peak construction seasons.
Charlie Horton
Director of Operations
Charlie leads day-to-day recruitment operations, focusing on process optimisation. He implemented the current candidate screening framework that reduced client vacancy periods by 40%.
Rachel Simpson
Senior Recruitment Consultant
Specialising in hire desk roles, Rachel has placed over 200 candidates in customer service positions. She developed the industry-specific assessment criteria for hire operations personnel.
Dario Matteucci
Senior Recruitment Consultant
Dario focuses on engineering recruitment for hire companies. With mechanical engineering qualifications, he evaluates technical candidates' capabilities against industry safety and maintenance standards.
Questions
What hire industry sectors do you specialise in?
We specialise in plant hire, tool hire, forklift rental, construction equipment, and specialist vehicle sectors across the UK.
How quickly can you fill urgent recruitment needs?
Our average placement time for critical roles is 7-10 working days, with emergency placements completed within 72 hours.
What recruitment services do you offer employers?
We provide permanent, temporary, and contract staffing solutions including executive search, payroll services, and recruitment process outsourcing.
Do you offer candidate screening services?
Yes, we conduct technical assessments, reference checks, and industry-specific competency evaluations before candidate presentation.
Can you help with multi-location recruitment campaigns?
Our nationwide network enables simultaneous recruitment across multiple UK locations with centralised campaign management.
Reviews (7)
Rob
Jun 05, 2022
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I experienced a very professional service from start to finish. I especially wish to thank Leo who guided me from initial application then through the interview phase to starting my new career. I highly recommend Path Recruitment. Thank you
Warren Lansdell
May 24, 2022
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Path Recruitment Have been absolutely brilliant and especially working with Charlie who is very friendly and for helping me find a job in quick time. Thanks you.
Barry Clarkson
Apr 24, 2022
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Rachel has been absolutely brilliant, very professional in her approach to securing me my new career. I cannot recommend her and Path recruitment highly enough. If you are in the hire industry and wish a change of role I can only suggest that you contact them direct.
Tim Leitch
Mar 03, 2022
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A fantastic experience from start to finish. Both Dario and Ian were superb in supporting me throughout the whole process of finding the perfect opportunity. Would highly recommend Path Recruitment!
Grant
Feb 23, 2022
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It needs to be said, that path Recruitment has to be my best Recruitment Agency experience throughout my job search. Dario(aka Fabio) was incredible and a true asset to Path. He was informative knowledgeable and very attentive. This made me feel comfortable and knew I could call him when needed. Path thank you and Dario for introducing me to my new position. I look forward to carrying out my duties to the fullest requirements. Fabio, no word can express my gratitude towards yourself and all your hard work. Thank you.
Karen Parnell
Feb 01, 2022
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Wow, what great professional service! I was fortunate to be contacted by Dario Storto. I say fortunate because Dario has been amazing! Dario is so professional and polite, and an easy guy to talk to. Although we didn't meet in person, we soon had a great rapport over the phone. With all of the hard work Dario did for me, I was offered the job. Thanks Dario, you've been brilliant.
Jordan Pittaway
Jan 24, 2022
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Very impressed with the help and support I received from this company and specifically Charlie. Beyond helpful towards everything, ran me through everything I needed to know step by step! Very pleases by the help and wise advise Charlie have me. Big thumbs up for the professionalism.
