Mechanical Inspector

Tarmac Building Products Ltd; Buxton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Tarmac Building Products Ltd is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Inspector for Tunstead Stone, one of the UK’s largest quarry operations. You will monitor plant condition, identify defects and support proactive maintenance to minimise downtime and improve reliability across fixed and mobile plant assets.

Working with maintenance, engineering and operations teams, you’ll perform planned inspections, produce inspection reports, support predictive maintenance, assist with root cause analysis and

Qualifications

• Qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Plant Maintenance or a related discipline.
• Apprenticeship‑trained or equivalent engineering experience.
• Experience within quarrying, aggregates, mining, cement, manufacturing, recycling or similar heavy industrial environments.
• Knowledge of fixed and/or mobile plant maintenance and inspection practices.
• Strong fault-finding and equipment condition assessment skills.
• Experience using CMMS or maintenance management systems.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Good understanding of health, safety and environmental requirements.
• Strong communication and report-writing skills.
• Experience with condition monitoring, vibration analysis or predictive maintenance programmes (advantageous).
• NEBOSH, IOSH (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Carrying out planned inspections of fixed plant equipment, including crushers, screens, conveyors, pumps, motors and gearboxes.
• Inspecting mobile plant and identifying wear, defects and deterioration.
• Producing inspection reports and recommending corrective actions.
• Supporting preventative, predictive and planned maintenance activities.
• Assisting with breakdown investigations and root cause analysis.
• Reviewing maintenance work to ensure quality and effectiveness.
• Supporting shutdowns, audits and statutory inspections.
• Maintaining accurate records within maintenance management systems.
• Identifying opportunities to improve plant reliability, efficiency and safety.
• Promoting safe working practices and maintaining high site standards.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Maintenance experience

Fault finding

Reading drawings

Health and safety

Communication

Predictive maintenance

NEBOSH IOSH preferred

Education

Apprenticeship or equivalent engineering training

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Help Keep One of the UKs Largest Quarry Operations Running at Its Best

Are you a mechanically skilled engineer, inspector or maintenance professional who enjoys identifying issues before they become problems? Do you thrive in heavy industrial environments where you can improve reliability and make a real impact on operational performance? Do you want to join a business that prioritises safety, innovation and sustainability.

We're looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Inspector to join our team at Tunstead Stone - one of the UK's largest and most technically advanced quarry operations. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in quarrying, aggregates, mining, cement, manufacturing, recycling or other process industries to play a key role in maintaining critical fixed and mobile plant assets.

The Role

Working closely with maintenance, engineering and operational teams, you will monitor plant condition, identify defects and support proactive maintenance strategies to minimise downtime and improve reliability .

What You'll Be Doing

• Carrying out planned inspections of fixed plant equipment, including crushers, screens, conveyors, pumps, motors and gearboxes
• Inspecting mobile plant and identifying wear, defects and deterioration
• Producing inspection reports and recommending corrective actions
• Supporting preventative, predictive and planned maintenance activities
• Assisting with breakdown investigations and root cause analysis
• Reviewing maintenance work to ensure quality and effectiveness
• Supporting shutdowns, audits and statutory inspections
• Maintaining accurate records within maintenance management systems
• Identifying opportunities to improve plant reliability, efficiency and safety
• Promoting safe working practices and maintaining high site standards

What We're Looking For

Suitable candidates will be safety-focused, proactive and detail-oriented with a passion for operational excellence and continuous improvement.You will be comfortable working independently while building strong relationships across engineering and operational teams . You should also have:

• Qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Plant Maintenance or a related discipline
• Apprenticeship-trained or equivalent engineering experience
• Experience within quarrying, aggregates, mining, cement, manufacturing, recycling or similar heavy industrial environments
• Knowledge of fixed and/or mobile plant maintenance and inspection practices
• Strong fault-finding and equipment condition assessment skills
• Experience using CMMS or maintenance management systemsAbility to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation
• Good understanding of health, safety and environmental requirements
• Strong communication and report-writing skills
• Experience with condition monitoring, vibration analysis or predictive maintenance programmes (advantageous)
• NEBOSH, IOSH (preferred)

Why Tarmac

Alongside a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, you'll have the opportunity to develop your career with one of the UK's leading sustainable building materials businesses.

Whether you're currently working as a Mechanical Inspector, Reliability Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Mechanical Supervisor or Senior Mechanical Fitter, we'd love to hear from you.

At Tarmac, we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and build a rewarding career.

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:

• 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 youre coming from a military background, well support your transition and help you build a successful career with us .

Were 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?