Business Details
38 Years
experience
Your Trusted Recruitment Partner in Birmingham
Thorn Baker Group has been connecting skilled professionals with businesses across the UK since 1988. With decades of recruitment expertise, we specialise in construction, industrial, and facilities management sectors, offering tailored solutions for permanent and temporary roles. Our Proven Process ensures seamless hiring experiences, combining local knowledge with national coverage. Backed by a team of industry specialists and innovative technology, we prioritise client and candidate satisfaction.Our 10 UK offices and 90+ employees deliver reliable, efficient recruitment services, supported by accreditations and a 35-year heritage. We pride ourselves on understanding sector-specific challenges, providing expert-driven solutions that drive success.
Services
Construction Recruitment
Industrial Recruitment
Facilities Management
Temporary Staffing
Permanent Placements
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of recruitment expertise in niche sectors.
- Our Proven Process ensures efficient, tailored hiring solutions.
- We operate nationally with 10 UK offices and 90+ specialists.
- We maintain a 97.8% candidate turnout rate for reliability.
- Our consultants offer sector-specific knowledge across 4 brands.
What people say
Fantastic service
Quick to understand needs
High-quality candidates
Excellent communication
Reliable partner
Services
Construction Recruitment
Specialist recruitment for construction roles including site managers, labourers, and engineers. We supply skilled professionals for temporary and permanent positions across infrastructure, heritage, and modular projects. Our consultants combine sector knowledge with a 97.8% candidate turnout rate to ensure project continuity.
Industrial Recruitment
Tailored staffing solutions for manufacturing, logistics, and FMCG sectors. We provide warehouse operatives, production workers, and logistics specialists with rapid response times. Our 30-year expertise ensures candidates meet strict quality control standards for both short-term and contract roles.
Facilities Management
Recruitment services for cleaning, engineering, and helpdesk roles in commercial and residential properties. We supply vetted professionals for urgent and planned maintenance, supporting clients with 24/7 coverage and a 99.12% supply rate across the UK.
Onsite Recruitment
Dedicated onsite teams for industrial sectors including warehousing and food production. Our 24/7 service manages high-volume hiring with centralised payroll support. Clients benefit from 94% satisfaction rates and a 100% retention record for long-term contracts.
Professional Recruitment
Specialist hiring for administrative, finance, and management roles. We connect candidates with permanent and interim opportunities in property management, corporate offices, and support functions. Our TalentMatch process ensures cultural and technical fit for client organisations.
People
Paul Jackman
CEO
Leading Thorn Baker Group since its formation, Paul Jackman brings strategic vision to the recruitment sector. With oversight of three specialist brands, he focuses on innovation and client satisfaction across UK operations.
Matthew Dann
Industrial and Group Director
Matthew Dann directs industrial recruitment strategies and group operations. With sector expertise spanning manufacturing and logistics, he ensures alignment between client needs and staffing solutions through Thorn Baker's Proven Process.
Rob Ford
Construction, FM and Group Director
Rob Ford oversees construction and facilities management recruitment divisions. His leadership focuses on delivering skilled tradespeople and maintenance professionals while maintaining high service standards across Thorn Baker's specialist brands.
Laura Moore
Head of People Services
Laura Moore leads HR initiatives across Thorn Baker Group. She ensures staff development and compliance with employment standards, supporting the company's commitment to candidate care and client satisfaction.
Gregg Marrett
Location Manager
Gregg Marrett manages regional operations for Thorn Baker's recruitment services. His role focuses on local market knowledge and client relationship management to optimise staffing solutions across multiple sectors.
Questions
What sectors does Thorn Baker Group specialise in?
We specialise in construction, industrial, and facilities management recruitment across the UK, with dedicated teams for each sector.
Do you offer both temporary and permanent placements?
Yes, we provide both temporary and permanent recruitment solutions tailored to client needs in all our specialist sectors.
How quickly can you fill urgent vacancies?
Our 24/7 onsite teams and national coverage enable rapid response times, often supplying candidates within 24 hours for urgent roles.
What areas do you cover?
We operate nationwide with 10 UK offices strategically located near major industrial hubs to serve clients across all regions.
How do you ensure candidate quality?
Our Proven Process includes rigorous vetting, sector-specific assessments, and a 97.8% candidate turnout rate to guarantee reliability and competence.
Can you handle large-scale recruitment projects?
Yes, our dedicated onsite teams manage high-volume contracts, supplying over 1,700 temporary staff weekly with 99.12% supply rate accuracy.
