Production Manager – Readymix
West Midlands
Are you an experienced Readymix production leader with a passion for operational excellence? If you thrive in a leading operational role where safety, performance, optimisation and people leadership are critical, this could be an excellent next step in your career.
We are currently recruiting a Production Manager (Readymix) to play a key leadership role across our West Midlands Readymix operations. Based at our Walsall Readymix site, this role will proactively manage production across multiple Readymix plants and support the Readymix Operations Manager in delivering a sustainable, high‑performing, long‑term business plan aligned to national initiatives and excellence programmes.
We are committed to creating a dynamic, inclusive working environment and welcome applicants from a wide range of backgrounds.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Readymix Operations Manager, the Production Manager (Readymix) will lead production operations to deliver outstanding results across safety, performance, cost control and profitability, in line with budgetary and strategic targets.
Responsibilities will include:
Managing Health & Safety performance, driving continuous improvement
Working with production teams and senior leaders to embed operational strategies, with a strong focus on safety, cost, profitability, quality, people and customer service
Meeting and exceeding budgetary targets and optimising CAPEX performance
Ensuring cost control discipline across the Readymix business
Driving the Readymix operational strategy and achieving all key KPI targets
Leading optimisation programmes across automation, cement reduction, overstrength, SD, material packages and cost efficiency
Ensuring efficiency and compliance with SOx requirements
Working with estates and engineering teams to manage associated CAPEX projects.
Supporting the commercial team in securing major Readymix contracts
Developing and maintaining strong customer relationships, exceeding customer expectations through efficient operational processes.
The Ideal Candidate
You will bring proven operational & leadership experience gained within Readymix or the wider mineral extractives sector, alongside a strong understanding of Readymix plant operations and capabilities.
You will also demonstrate:
Ability to demonstrate strong health, safety and environmental leadership through face to face engagement
Strong understanding of the construction materials sector
Proven experience managing operational teams in a similar environment
Excellent financial acumen through cost control and budget experience
Strong leadership capability with a results‑driven mindset
Experience in forward planning, analysis and risk identification
Confidence influencing stakeholders across multifunctional teams
Strong experience in operational optimisation
Ability to make quality decisions, manage conflict and build trust
Resilience and adaptability
A recognised Concrete Production qualification (UoD / Concrete Society etc.), with CPD‑maintained membership advantageous
A recognised health and safety leadership qualification (SHE Lvl 4 / 6 / advantageous)
Working knowledge of Excel, SAP, Nimrod and Command / BPL (advantageous)
About Tarmac
Tarmac is the UK’s leading sustainable building materials and construction solutions business. Our innovative products and solutions help deliver the infrastructure needed to support economic growth today, while creating a more sustainable built environment for the future.
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 opportunitiesTarmac is committed to being a Forces‑friendly employer.If you’re coming from a military background, we’ll support your transition and help you build a successful career with us.
We’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?
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