Automation Engineer

Tarmac Trading Limited; Buxton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Tarmac Trading Limited is seeking an Automation Engineer for their Buxton site. The role involves managing control systems, ensuring programming integrity, and supporting new plant installations. Candidates should be committed to safety and effective communication.

Benefits

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance helpline

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Develop close working relationships with control room operators.
• Demonstrate commitment to safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day maintenance of cement plant control systems.
• Support installation of new plant equipment.
• Ensure robust risk assessment processes.

Skills

Safety Commitment

Communication

Collaboration

Job description

Please Note: The application deadline for this job has now passed.

Job Introduction

Are you an Automation Engineer looking for your next venture? We are recruiting a new team member at our Tunstead site in Buxton, Derbyshire.

At Tarmac, it’s not just about what you do – it’s about who you are. If you take pride in a job well done, thrive on collaboration, and are driven to make a difference, then we want to hear from you.

We’re proud to be building a dynamic and inclusive workplace where every background, voice, and idea is welcomed. If you're looking for a role that values your individuality and ambition, read on...

What You’ll Be Doing

As an Automation Engineer, you will report to the Head of Electrical and manage the day-to-day maintenance of the cement plant control and software systems to ensure high levels of programming integrity. You will also be responsible for the safe modification and maintenance of plant automation and control systems by ensuring robust specification, application programming, testing, and commissioning are in place.

Your key responsibilities will include (but aren’t limited to):

• Preventing downtime due to control system faults
• Supporting the installation of new plant equipment from conception to operation
• Assuring the integration of new systems into plant operations
• Assisting the Head of Electrical with the development, review, and implementation of control systems Standard Operating Procedures
• Ensuring robust risk assessment processes are in place to understand necessary control measures
• Working on the development of server virtualization to assist with testing program modifications
• Supporting the management of new CAPEX projects and their commissioning
• Managing control and software systems using continuous improvement methodologies

What We’re Looking For

Ideally, you will:

• Develop close working relationships with control room operators to assist with system control issues and queries
• Demonstrate a commitment to safety policies in all work environments
• Communicate and liaise effectively with other departments and form cross-functional links

Why Tarmac

Alongside the role of Automation Engineer, we offer extensive career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, incentives, and benefits:

• 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
• Participation in Employee Communities (networks) including REACH, Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & Carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female Voice, and Menopause
• Training and development opportunities

Interested? Click here to find out more. Are you ready to build your future?

Tarmac, a CRH company, is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from all community sectors.

Please click on the apply button to complete your application. Note that applications may close early if we receive a high volume, so apply promptly.