Business Details
38 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Recruitment Partner in the UK
Thorn Baker Group has been connecting people and businesses since 1988, delivering flexible recruitment solutions across the UK. Our three specialist brandsThorn Baker Construction, Industrial Recruitment, and Facilities Managementleverage decades of industry expertise to provide permanent and temporary staffing services. We prioritise simplicity and reliability, ensuring clients and candidates trust our Proven Process to meet their needs efficiently.With 10 UK offices and over 90 employees, we combine local knowledge with national coverage to address recruitment challenges in construction, industrial, and FM sectors. Our commitment to innovation and client satisfaction has established us as a trusted partner for over 35 years.
Services
Construction Recruitment
Industrial Recruitment
Facilities Management Recruitment
Onsite Staffing
Contract Packing
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of recruitment expertise in construction and industrial sectors.
- Our Proven Process ensures efficient, tailored staffing solutions for clients and candidates.
- We operate nationally with 10 UK offices and 90+ dedicated employees.
- Our 24/7 Onsite team delivers rapid support for urgent staffing needs.
- We maintain a 99.12% candidate supply rate for industrial sector clients.
What people say
97.8% attendance rate
24/7 support available
Sector-specific consultants
99.12% supply reliability
Long-term client retention
Services
Construction Recruitment
We specialise in sourcing skilled professionals for construction projects nationwide. Our expertise covers roles from site managers to tradespeople, ensuring clients meet deadlines with qualified personnel. With over 20 years in housing recruitment, we deliver high-quality candidates for residential and commercial developments.
Industrial Recruitment
Our industrial recruitment services support sectors including manufacturing, logistics, and food production. We provide temporary and permanent staff for roles ranging from warehouse operatives to production line supervisors, maintaining a 97.8% candidate attendance rate. Clients benefit from our 30-year industry experience and rapid response times.
Facilities Management Recruitment
We supply maintenance engineers, cleaners, and support staff for commercial and residential properties. Our candidates meet strict compliance standards, ensuring safe and efficient facility operations. Clients rely on our sector-specific knowledge and 24/7 support for urgent maintenance needs.
Onsite Staffing Solutions
Our dedicated Onsite team provides immediate staffing for industrial and logistics clients nationwide. With 99.12% supply reliability, we deploy over 1,700 temporary workers weekly. Clients benefit from centralised payroll support and a 100% client retention rate for long-term contracts.
Contract Packing
We supply skilled contract packing teams for retail and FMCG clients during peak periods. Our staff handle high-volume packaging tasks with precision, ensuring timely product distribution. Clients leverage our 20-year track record in logistics recruitment to meet seasonal demands.
People
Paul Jackman
CEO
Paul Jackman leads Thorn Baker Group's strategic vision, driving growth across its three specialist brands. With over 25 years in recruitment leadership, he focuses on innovation and client satisfaction.
Matthew Dann
Industrial and Group Director
Matthew Dann oversees industrial recruitment operations, leveraging 18 years of sector experience. He specialises in matching candidates with logistics and manufacturing roles nationwide.
Rob Ford
Construction, FM and Group Director
Rob Ford manages construction and facilities management recruitment, with expertise in high-volume project staffing. He has led teams since 2005, ensuring client compliance and candidate quality.
Rose Grimshaw
Senior Branch Manager
Rose Grimshaw specialises in industrial recruitment for the Midlands region. Her client-focused approach has maintained long-term partnerships with major logistics firms since 2010.
Richard Borland
Head of On-Site
Richard Borland leads the Onsite team, delivering 24/7 staffing solutions for industrial clients. With 15 years in contract management, he ensures rapid deployment of temporary workers nationwide.
Questions
What sectors does Thorn Baker recruit for?
We specialise in construction, industrial, facilities management, and onsite staffing sectors across the UK.
Do you offer temporary staffing solutions?
Yes, we provide temporary workers for industrial, logistics, and facilities management roles with 24/7 support.
How quickly can you fill urgent vacancies?
Our Onsite team delivers candidates within hours for critical roles nationwide, maintaining 99.12% supply reliability.
Are your candidates vetted for compliance?
All candidates undergo rigorous checks, including qualifications verification and reference validation, to meet industry standards.
Do you operate outside the UK?
We focus on UK-based recruitment but support multinational clients through our national network of 10 offices.
What is your candidate attendance rate?
Our construction sector candidates maintain a 97.8% attendance rate, ensuring project continuity for clients.
