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Trusted by major OEMs, we add real value to our customers’ supply chains through quality, scale, and engineering expertise.

MTL Advanced is a contract manufacturing and fabrication specialist, delivering complex, large-scale engineering solutions from its Rotherham headquarters using advanced technology and specialist materials for global customers. MTL Advanced is a leading contract manufacturing and fabrication specialist, delivering complex, large-scale engineering solutions to customers across the globe. Operating

from our Rotherham headquarters, we combine extensive manufacturing space with cutting-edge technology to process a wide range of materials and project sizes. Our advanced capabilities include precision CNC machining, coded welding, robotic welding, laser cutting, machining, shot blasting, wet painting, contract manufacturing, and high-accuracy forming of large components.

04/09/2026

We have been developing Vehicle Armour Kits for over 30 years, with our expertise in cold form bending ultra-high-hard armour steels such as Armox® 600 and Armox® Advance.

By pressing parts that were traditionally welded, we help our customers create lighter, highly protected structures while also reducing time and cost.

Our full range of manufacturing capabilities, including large-format laser cutting, CNC press braking, machining and fabrication, allows us to manufacture vehicle armour kits for customers around the world.

From initial design through to production, we work closely with our customers to develop cost-effective armour solutions for a wide range of protected vehicles.

Heading to DVD 2026 at UTAC Millbrook on 16th–17th September?

Come and meet the MTL Advanced team at Stand SP-05 to discuss your requirements and find out how we can support your next project.

Take a look at our Defence Brochure: https://ow.ly/hm5850ZHBOs

02/09/2026

We’re heading to DVD 2026 at UTAC Millbrook on 16th and 17th September!

We will be showcasing our expertise in specialist armour solutions, from vehicle armour kits to Perforated Armour, offering lightweight, cost-effective protection up to STANAG Level IV.

Our Design for Manufacture (DFM) team has over 25 years of experience, helping to optimise designs for enhanced protection while reducing manufacturing costs.

From initial design and prototyping through to ballistic validation and volume manufacturing, we support our customers at every stage.

Our innovative manufacturing processes, including cold form bending of ultra-high-hard armour steels, help reduce vehicle weight while enhancing protection and delivering significant cost savings for customers around the world.

Come and meet the MTL Advanced team at Stand SP-05 and discover how we can support your requirements.

Register to attend - https://ow.ly/MI2c50ZHBNl

27/08/2026

We’re hiring: Level 2 Weld Inspectors based in Rotherham

Two vacancies available:

Friday – Sunday, 6am – 6pm
£23.50 per hour, apply here - https://ow.ly/fLTn50ZG0Fx

Monday – Thursday, rotating days (6am – 4pm) and nights (8pm – 6am)
£19.13 per hour, apply here - https://ow.ly/Gwyw50ZG0Fy

PCN Welding Inspector Level 2 or equivalent is essential, with PCN Level 2 MPI/DPI preferred. Applicants must have previous experience in Welding Inspection Site/Field and Vendor Inspection Fabrication Quality Plans, be confident communicators and team players, and be computer literate.

If you have the above experience/ qualifications, apply today!

Applicants must live within a commutable distance to Rotherham and sponsorships are not available for this role.

25/08/2026

We're looking for a Welding Mentor / Instructor to join our Apprentice Academy Rotherham. If you have a strong background in welding and fabrication and enjoy sharing your knowledge, this could be the perfect opportunity.

We're looking for someone with experience in MIG and TIG welding, the ability to read engineering drawings and a passion for helping others develop their skills.

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

If you would like the opportunity to train the next generation of world class engineers, apply today - https://ow.ly/StNI50ZF9EK

19/08/2026

When it comes to the recycling industry, toughness, durability and hard-wearing performance matter.

At MTL Advanced, we manufacture high-performance wear parts and components designed to withstand the toughest operating conditions. From shredder blades, shear blades and granulator blades to pulveriser hammers, screens and liner plates, we supply the UK's leading recycling operations with components built to last. We also manufacture fabricated components and assemblies for many of the UK's leading refuse collection vehicle OEMs, supporting the equipment that keeps the recycling industry moving.

Our capabilities include:
🔹 Large-format laser cutting up to 16m x 3.2m, with bevel capabilities
🔹 Expert fabrication with manual and robotic welding capabilities
🔹 Manual and robotic press braking
🔹 Precision machining of High Brinell materials, including Hardox® 600, Hardox® HiTuf, Hardox® 450, Hardox® 500 and Hardox® Extreme
As the UK's largest Hardox® Wearparts Centre and the UK's first and only Strenx® Certified Fabricator, we combine industry-leading materials with world-class manufacturing expertise to deliver exceptional quality, performance and reliability.

Looking for a trusted manufacturing partner for your recycling wear parts?
🌐 Learn more: https://ow.ly/HAkz50ZALsU
📧 Contact our team: [email protected]

18/08/2026

As a leading contract manufacturer for the defence and security sector, MTL partners with major defence OEMs across Europe, the US, the Middle East and Australasia to deliver advanced armour solutions for military and civilian applications.

Key capabilities include:
🛡️ Turnkey armoured vehicle fabrication, assembly and painting
🛡️ Design, development, prototyping and Design for Manufacture (DFM)
🛡️ Ballistic validation and volume production
🛡️ Lightweight perforated armour providing protection up to STANAG Level IV
🛡️ Survivability solutions supporting protection up to STANAG Level VI

MTL also holds the stringent Bundeswehr TL-2350 approval, enabling the manufacture of armour components in accordance with strict German defence manufacturing standards.

Operating from a 387,000 sq. ft. advanced manufacturing facility, MTL combines cutting-edge automation, robotic welding and decades of engineering expertise to manufacture high-performance armour components that improve protection, reduce weight and lower production costs.

From vehicle armour kits to fully fabricated and assembled hulls, MTL supports customers throughout the entire project lifecycle, from concept and design through to validated, high-volume production.

Find out more on our website: https://ow.ly/oipX50ZzN6C
Get in touch to discuss your requirements: [email protected]

14/08/2026

MTL Advanced are a leading contract manufacturing specialist, delivering high-quality engineering and fabrication solutions from one of Europe's largest manufacturing facilities.
With 387,000 sq. ft. of production space, MTL processes over 25,000 tonnes of material annually, supporting customers across sectors including defence, rail, construction and recycling sectors.

Our capabilities include:
✅ Large-format laser cutting, CNC machining and precision press braking
✅ Advanced fabrication with 130+ welders and 17 robotic welding systems
✅ Design for Manufacture (DFM) to optimise products and reduce costs
✅ High-volume automated production backed by a £10m investment in advanced manufacturing
✅ Expertise across specialist materials including Hardox®, Strenx®, armour plate, stainless steel, aluminium and more...

Committed to quality and performance, MTL consistently achieves 98%+ On-Time-In-Full delivery, supported by advanced barcode inventory management for full traceability and faster turnaround times.

By combining cutting-edge automation, engineering expertise and a collaborative approach, MTL Advanced helps customers strengthen their supply chains with reliable, high-quality contract manufacturing solutions.

Find out more on our website - https://ow.ly/PjCI50ZzMY8
Get in touch to discuss your requirements - [email protected]

14/08/2026

We're Hiring!
CNC Setter/Operator wanted in Rotherham! Annual Profit Share Bonus = Regular overtime available.

Salary: Up to £24.34 p/hr depending on experience
Monday - Friday rotating weekly shifts:
- Days: 6am-2pm
- Afternoons: 2pm-10pm
- Nights: 10pm-6am

If you are an experienced CNC Setter/Operator with knowledge using Fanuc Controls, can confidently read technical drawings and take pride in producing high-quality precision components, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today - https://www.careers.wec-group.com/job/cnc-setter-operator/

13/08/2026

At MTL Advanced, we're proud to be one of the UK's leading specialist fabricators and contract manufacturers for the rail industry, supporting rolling stock OEMs with high-quality, safety-critical manufacturing solutions. We provide a complete one-stop-shop fabrication service, backed by the latest laser cutting, robotic welding, machining and painting technology.

Our capabilities include:

> Category 1 safety-critical components, including Inter-Ends, Bogie Frames, Freight Wagon Bodies, Bolsters, Body Shell Components and Fuel Tanks.

> Specialist EN 15085 aluminium fabrication, with extensive experience manufacturing Intermediate End Structures.

> In-house engineering and design for manufacture expertise, delivering innovative, cost-effective solutions to our customers.

As an approved supplier to leading OEMs, including Alstom and Hitachi, quality, safety and reliability are at the heart of everything we do.

Our commitment to excellence is underpinned by industry-leading accreditations, including ISO 9001:2015, EN 3834-2, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, EN 1090, and ISO 15085, among others.

Get in touch to discuss your requirements - [email protected]
Learn more - https://ow.ly/Vtv450ZynNc

12/08/2026

The agricultural industry demands components that can withstand harsh environments, heavy wear and continuous use. At MTL Advanced, we deliver precision-engineered solutions built to perform.

As one of the UK's largest contract manufacturers and processors of Hardox® and Strenx® steel, we provide a complete manufacturing solution for agricultural and earth-moving equipment. Operating from our 387,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility in Rotherham, we combine advanced fabrication, profiling and painting capabilities to support OEMs and manufacturers across the sector.

We manufacture wear parts and fabricated assemblies for the following:
🌾 Combine harvesters
🚜 Buckets & attachments
🌱 Cultivators & seeders
🔩 Ploughs
🚛 Dump trailers
🌾 Hoppers & grain silos
🐄 Feed barriers
🚜 Compact track loaders

As the UK's largest Hardox® Wearparts Centre and the UK's first & only Strenx® Certified Fabricator, we offer expert technical support, extensive stock availability and fast turnaround times to keep your projects moving.

Discover how MTL Advanced can support your next agricultural manufacturing project.

🌐 https://ow.ly/2jL250ZynwH
📧 [email protected]

Address

Grange Lane, Brinsworth
Rotherham
S605AE

Website

https://www.mtladv.com/, https://www.careers.wec-group.com/job-region/rotherham-yorkshire/

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