Automation Engineer

Tarmac; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Contributory pension scheme

Tarmac Reward website access

Employee Assistance helpline

Job summary

Tarmac is seeking an Automation Engineer for the Tunstead site in Buxton, Derbyshire. You will maintain and develop cement plant control and software systems, ensuring safe, robust automation and testing.

You’ll work under the Head of Electrical and support CAPEX projects during commissioning. You will collaborate with control room operators and cross-functional teams, uphold safety policies, and contribute to continuous improvement across plant automation.

Qualifications

• Experience in automation engineering within industrial settings.
• Ability to manage day-to-day maintenance of plant control software systems.
• Familiarity with risk assessment and safety policies in industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Prevent downtime due to control system faults.
• Support installation of new plant equipment from conception to operation.
• Assure integration of new systems into plant operations.
• Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures for control systems.
• Work on server virtualization to test program modifications.
• Assist in CAPEX project management during commissioning.
• Ensure continuous improvement in control and software systems.

Skills

Automation engineering

Control systems

Safety & risk assessment

Tools

Server virtualization

Job description

Job Introduction

Are you an Automation Engineer looking for your next venture? We are looking to recruit 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. So, 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 into 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 is in place.

On a day to day basis, your key responsibilities will include (but aren’t limited to):

• Preventing downtime due to control system faults
• Supporting on 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 process exists to understand the control measures necessary
• Working on the development of server virtualization to assist with testing program modifications
• Assisting in the management of new CAPEX projects and supporting the introduction of the new projects during commissioning
• Ensuring the control and software systems are managed using a continuous improvement methodology

What We’re Looking For

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

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 our Employee Communities, where you can network, learn from others, and increase your awareness of the support available to you.

Our three Employee Communities are:

• Health and Wellbeing
• Inclusion and Identity
• Personal Growth and Development

Training and development opportunities

Tarmac 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.

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