Are you ready to take the lead in driving engineering excellence at one of the UK's leading cement manufacturing sites? This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned engineering professional to make a significant impact in a dynamic, 24/7 operational environment.If you're passionate about safety, reliability, and continuous improvement—and thrive in a role where your leadership directly shapes the future of industrial performance—then we want to hear from you.About the RoleAs Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of all maintenance activities across the site, including mechanical and electrical inspection, planning, scheduling, execution, and improvement.You'll oversee engineering and stores budgets, ensuring cost efficiency while maintaining high standards of safety, environmental compliance, and plant reliability.You'll play a key role in forecasting and managing engineering budgets, leading shutdown planning and execution, and implementing best practices in maintenance systems (CMMS).Your ability to drive defect elimination, root cause analysis, and condition monitoring will be essential in achieving operational KPIs and long-term plant performance goals.Reporting to the Plant Manager, this position is a key member of the Plant Management Team and plays a vital role in the contribution to the success and future strategy of the operation.Key ResponsibilitiesChampion a zero-harm culture and environmental excellence across the siteLead and develop a high-performing maintenance team, fostering accountability and continuous improvementManage engineering budgets and working capitalDrive improvements in plant availability, reliability, and cost performanceOversee procurement alignment with strategic and compliance objectivesLead change management initiatives and coach teams through transformationEnsure effective planning and execution of plant shutdowns and maintenance programsCollaborate cross-functionally with internal stakeholders and external partnersWhat We're Looking ForDegree in Engineering (or equivalent)NEBOSH qualificationProven experience in heavy engineering at a senior level, ideally within cement manufacturingStrong leadership and people management skillsExpertise in CMMS, budget management, and continuous improvement techniquesExcellent communication, influencing, and decision-making abilitiesKnowledge of Root Cause Analysis and project commissioningWhy Join Us?This is more than just a job—it's a chance to shape the future of a critical industrial operation.You'll be part of a team that values innovation, safety, and collaboration, with opportunities to grow your career and make a lasting impact.Why TarmacWe don't just offer a job, we offer a career.Alongside this role, you'll have access to industry-leading rewards, development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first, including:Bonus schemeEnhanced holiday entitlementContributory pension schemeAccess to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential adviceAccess to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc.(REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopauseTraining and development opportunitiesWe're proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and arecommittedto creating aninclusiveenvironment for everyone. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we're here tosupport you.Ready to build your future?Click 'Apply' to get started. Please note: we sometimes close roles early due to high interest, so don't wait too long!Tarmac TarmacCareers Engineering Manager Maintenance Mechanical Electrical ContuinousimprovementLI-CW1Tarmac Trading Limited