Maintenance Manager

Tarmac; Dunbar; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Contributory pension scheme

Employee discounts

Access to Employee Assistance helpline

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Tarmac is seeking a Maintenance Manager for their Cement Plant in Dunbar, Scotland. This vital role focuses on leading mechanical and electrical maintenance, ensuring safety and operational reliability, while supporting the plant’s long-term strategies.

The successful candidate will manage a diverse maintenance team, advocate for a safety-first culture, and drive performance improvements. This will require flexible working hours and the ability to collaborate with various functions to enhance plant operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading multi-disciplined maintenance teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations and compliance.
• Ability to foster a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the maintenance team to ensure high standards of safety and performance.
• Promote a safety-first culture and ensure compliance with safety policies.
• Build collaborative relationships with various departments within the plant.

Skills

Leadership

Safety compliance

Team management

Collaborative communication

Job description

Maintenance Manager – Dunbar Cement Plant

We are currently recruiting for an experienced leader to join our team at Tarmac’s Cement Plant in Dunbar, Scotland. The Maintenance Manager plays a critical role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the plant by leading all mechanical and electrical maintenance activities across the site. You will be a key member of the Senior Management Team, responsible for driving high standards of safety, environmental compliance, and operational reliability, while supporting the plant’s long‑term strategy and performance.

As Dunbar Cement Plant operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, this role requires flexibility. This may include occasional night working, weekends, bank holidays, and being on call as required to ensure the safe and effective running of the plant.

You will build and maintain strong working relationships across the site and wider business, working closely with production, technical, and support functions to maximise plant availability and performance.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

Safety

• Promote and role‑model a safety‑first culture across the maintenance function.
• Ensure the highest standards are maintained in line with CRH Life Saving Rules, legal requirements, and company policies.
• Drive a Zero Harm culture through visible safety leadership, coaching, and high standards of compliance.
• Ensure robust risk assessments, method statements, and safe systems of work are in place and consistently followed.
• Lead Safety Leadership Interactions (SLIs) and ensure corrective actions are implemented.

Management, Leadership & Communication

• Lead, motivate, and develop a multi‑disciplined maintenance team, fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Manage employee relations in line with company policies and procedures.
• Drive the annual performance cycle, including 1‑1s, appraisals, and development planning.
• Support recruitment, succession planning, and retention of critical skills within the maintenance team.
• Build strong, collaborative relationships with production, engineering, HR, finance, procurement, and external partners.

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:

Benefits

• 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

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.

Ready to build your future?

Job Reference: tarmac/TP/188377/7866