Engineering Manager

Job Introduction

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.

As 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.

• Champion a zero‑harm culture and environmental excellence across the site
• Lead and develop a high‑performing maintenance team, fostering accountability and continuous improvement
• Manage engineering budgets and working capital
• Drive improvements in plant availability, reliability, and cost performance
• Oversee procurement alignment with strategic and compliance objectives
• Lead change management initiatives and coach teams through transformation
• Ensure effective planning and execution of plant shutdowns and maintenance programmes
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with internal stakeholders and external partners

• Degree in Engineering (or equivalent)
• NEBOSH qualification
• Proven experience in heavy engineering at a senior level, ideally within cement manufacturing
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Expertise in CMMS, budget management, and continuous improvement techniques
• Excellent communication, influencing, and decision‑making abilities
• Knowledge of Root Cause Analysis and project commissioning

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.

• 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 opportunities

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.