Are you a skilled Maintenance Electrician with experience in Readymix, Quarrying, Heavy Engineering or Plant Production?
Looking for a stable, varied, hands‑on role where every day brings a new challenge? If so… this could be the role for you.
Tarmac is the UK’s leading sustainable building materials and construction solutions business. Our products and innovations support the infrastructure that keeps the UK moving today — while helping build a greener, more sustainable future.
We’re now recruiting for a Mobile Maintenance Electrician to join our Readymix team, working from our Agecroft site in Salford, and supporting operations across multiple Readymix (RMX) plants in the North West.
This role is ideal for candidates based around Manchester, Bolton, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport, Ashton-under-Lyne, Warrington, Wigan, St Helens, Chorley, and surrounding areas.
🔨 What You’ll Be Doing
Reporting to the Production Manager, you’ll play a key role in keeping our production facilities running safely, efficiently and reliably.
You will:
Respond to plant breakdowns and carry out efficient, safe repairs
Deliver planned preventative maintenance to minimise downtime
Support continuous improvement and asset reliability initiatives
Help develop and improve our Computer Maintenance Management System
Maintain and update procedures, documentation and compliance within the Electrical Engineering function
Work Monday–Friday days, with optional overtime and on‑call flexibility to support production
This is a mobile role and includes a company van, so you must hold a full UK driving licence (max 6 points).
⭐What You’ll Bring
We’re looking for a Maintenance Electrician with a strong engineering foundation and solid hands‑on experience in heavy industrial environments.
You will ideally have:
18th Edition – BS7671
Level 3 Apprenticeship, ONC, or NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering
Experience in Readymix, aggregates, plant production or heavy engineering
Strong working knowledge of Industrial LV power distribution systems
Experience with AC drives, motors, and predictive maintenance
Good understanding of PLC interrogation tools and techniques
Background in TPM and Continuous Improvement
Ability to carry out electrical testing, inspections and interpret schematics
Understanding of mechanical systems including hydraulics and pneumatics
Experience with CMMS systems, RCA and FMEA methodologies
A strong safety mindset and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ready to take your next step?
Apply now and become part of a team that’s building a sustainable future, one project at a time.
Why Tarmac
We 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 scheme
Enhanced holiday entitlement
Contributory pension scheme
Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
Access 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 menopause
Training and development opportunitiesWe’re proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to support 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!
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