Maintenance Manager in Buxton

We are currently seeking a dynamic Maintenance Manager to join the team at our cement plant in Buxton, Derbyshire. Reporting directly to the Plant Manager, this role is a key member of the Management Team and is instrumental in shaping the success and strategic direction of the cement plant. The position is responsible for driving continuous improvement in:

• Health & Safety: Ensuring a safe working environment and compliance with all safety regulations.
• Environmental Compliance: Maintaining adherence to environmental laws and sustainability goals.
• Plant Reliability: Enhancing operational efficiency and equipment reliability.

Main responsibilities:

• Lead the development and management of monthly and annual maintenance budgets and forecasts, overseeing all aspects of plant maintenance to ensure optimal efficiency, reliability, and safety.
• Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities to minimise downtime whilst driving continuous improvement initiatives in maintenance processes and asset performance, ensuring compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Champion a culture of safety and environmental excellence, aligned with company and plant objectives.
• Promote adherence to the 16 Life Saving Rules and drive the achievement of a Zero Harm workplace.
• Lead by example to embed sustainable Health & Safety practices across all operations.
• Drive improvements in plant availability, performance, and cost efficiency through the implementation of Tarmac maintenance best practices.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to ensure consistency, eliminate inefficiencies, and accelerate learning.
• Lead Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA), Pareto analysis, and Defect Elimination initiatives to address operational losses.
• Manage and optimise the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to support proactive maintenance strategies.
• Collaborate with the Purchasing Manager to oversee engineering working capital and critical spare parts inventory.
• Plan and execute plant shutdowns from inception to completion, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum efficiency.
• Act as a change leader, ensuring timely and budget-conscious delivery of maintenance objectives while coaching teams through transitions.
• Foster a high-performing, collaborative maintenance team culture.
• Manage recruitment, retention, and succession planning to build a resilient and skilled workforce.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to support the professional development of direct reports.

The plant operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. This role requires a high degree of flexibility to ensure the continuous and effective operation of the facility, which may include working night shifts, weekends, and Bank Holidays, as well as being available on-call when necessary.

The ideal candidate for the role of Maintenance Manager will have an Engineering degree or equivalent plus NEBOSH accreditation, alongside proven experience within the industrial or operational areas of cement manufacturing. You will also have experience of the following:

• Preparing forecasts and maintenance budgets (monthly and annually).
• Coordinating and managing the efficiencies of all aspects of maintenance on the plant.
• Management certification - HNC/HND/ILM/CMI.
• Knowledge and experience of Root Cause Analysis techniques.
• Heavy engineering experience at a senior level.
• Thorough understanding of the manufacturing process.
• Involvement in Continuous Improvement techniques.
• An appreciation of the other engineering disciplines in parallel with their core competence.
• Project management experience.

The role is based in Buxton, Derbyshire. The site is easily accessible from Macclesfield, Sheffield, Matlock, Chesterfield, Rotherham, Huddersfield, Oldham, Stockport, Warrington and the surrounding areas.

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).
• 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.

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