At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and innovate in the Readymix technical function for safety and product quality.
- Company: Join Tarmac, a leader in construction materials with a people-first culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy bonuses, enhanced holidays, pension schemes, and exclusive discounts.
- Other info: Be part of a dynamic team with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on sustainability and innovation in the construction industry.
- Qualifications: Experience in Readymix Concrete and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 41000 - 50000 £ per year.
Role Purpose: Provide strategic and operational leadership to the North Readymix technical function, ensuring the highest standards of safety, product quality, and compliance. Drive technical excellence to support commercial growth, particularly through value-added product (VAP) development, while improving operational efficiency, sustainability performance, and customer satisfaction. This role is integral to delivering innovation, enabling major project success, and strengthening the business’s competitive position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) – Champion a zero-harm culture and lead by example in all HSE matters. Embed best practice across the technical and wider Readymix teams. Ensure all technical activities support safe systems of work and environmental compliance.
- Leadership & People Development – Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing technical team across the region. Build capability, succession, and engagement within the technical function. Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Quality Compliance – Ensure full compliance with BS EN 206, BS 8500, and company quality standards. Oversee mix design optimisation to maximise performance, efficiency, and cost control. Drive improvements in plant performance through data-led analysis and intervention. Lead root cause analysis and resolution of quality issues, complaints, and non-conformances.
- Commercial Support & Growth – Partner with commercial teams to identify and deliver profitable growth opportunities. Drive the development and adoption of Value-Added Products (VAPs). Provide technical expertise to support tenders, specifications, and major project delivery. Strengthen customer relationships through proactive technical engagement and problem-solving.
- Innovation & Sustainability – Promote lower-carbon concrete solutions and sustainable material usage. Support delivery of decarbonisation and circular economy initiatives. Identify and implement innovative materials, technologies, and processes.
- Stakeholder Collaboration – Act as a key member of the regional management team, contributing to business strategy and performance. Work cross-functionally with operations, commercial, logistics, and procurement teams. Engage with customers, specifiers, contractors, and industry bodies to enhance reputation and influence.
Key Measures of Success (KPIs):
- Zero harm performance and improved safety culture indicators.
- Increased technical team capability, engagement, and retention.
- Reduction in quality-related incidents, complaints, and associated costs.
- Measurable improvements in material efficiency and cost optimisation.
- Delivery of continuous improvement initiatives with quantified benefits.
- Growth in VAP volumes, margins, and specification wins.
- Successful technical delivery on major projects and key accounts.
- Compliance with all regulatory and internal quality standards.
Experience & Skills:
- Essential – Significant experience within the Readymix Concrete or wider construction materials industry. Strong technical expertise in concrete technology, materials, and standards. Proven leadership experience managing technical or operational teams. Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence business performance. Data-driven mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
- Desirable – Chartered status or professional accreditation (e.g. Institute of Concrete Technology). Experience supporting major infrastructure or large-scale construction projects. Knowledge of sustainability and low-carbon concrete technologies.
Geographic Coverage: North West & Yorkshire
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 (nine networks: REACH, Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause)
- Training and development opportunities
- CRH group affiliation and commitment to being an equal opportunity employer
- Reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process available on request
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Technical Manager employer: Tarmac Trading Limited
At Tarmac, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that prioritises safety, innovation, and employee development. As a Technical Manager in the North West & Yorkshire region, you will benefit from a culture that champions continuous improvement and collaboration, alongside industry-leading rewards such as a bonus scheme, enhanced holiday entitlement, and extensive training opportunities. Join us to not only advance your career but also contribute to sustainable practices in the construction materials industry.
