Section Manager

Tarmac Trading Limited; Norwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction solutions provider is seeking a Section Manager to oversee daily site operations in Norwich. The ideal candidate will have experience in management within the inert recovery and recycling industry, demonstrating a commitment to safety and environmental compliance. This hands-on role involves leading site activities, managing contractors, and improving operational performance. Attractive benefits include a bonus scheme and enhanced holiday entitlement.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Contributory pension scheme

Discounts on retailers and holidays

Access to Employee Assistance helpline

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a managerial or supervisory role within a similar industry.
• Strong understanding of Risk Assessments and Safe Systems of Work.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily site briefings and promote strong safety culture.
• Manage contractors across landfill, recycling, and RAP production areas.
• Monitor and improve operational performance using KPIs.

Skills

Leadership skills

Safety management

Operational performance monitoring

Compliance with regulations

Education

SHE Level 4 or 6 qualification

IOSH Managing Safely certification

WAMITAB certification

Tools

Weighbridge operations

Loading Shovel

Job description

Overview

Mangreen is a dynamic and multifaceted site with three core operational areas: an inert recovery landfill, inert recycling, and the production of Recycled Asphalt Product (RAP). As part of our continued growth and commitment to operational excellence, we are seeking a proactive and experienced Section Manager to oversee day-to-day site activities and ensure smooth operations in the absence of the Operations Manager. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll take ownership of site performance, drive safety culture, and maintain compliance with environmental and planning regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily site briefings, safety talks, and toolbox sessions to promote a strong safety-first culture
• Manage contractors across the landfill, recycling, and RAP production areas
• Monitor and improve operational performance using KPIs
• Maintain high standards of site housekeeping and presentation
• Control site costs in line with budget expectations
• Ensure full compliance with planning and environmental permit conditions
• Implement and maintain SOPs, HIRAs, and the Site Improvement Plan (SIP)
• Operate weighbridge and loading shovel as needed
• Inspect and document inbound inert waste, ensuring proper acceptance/rejection procedures
• Maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders including landowners, farm managers, Tarmac Pave, and third-party traffic management teams
• Proven experience in a managerial or supervisory role within a similar industry
• Background in Inert Recovery & Recycling, Quarries, RMX, or Asphalt
• SHE Level 4 or 6 qualification (or willingness to undertake)
• IOSH Managing Safely certification
• Strong understanding of Risk Assessments and Safe Systems of Work
• WAMITAB certification (or willingness to undertake)
• Loading Shovel ticket and experience with weighbridge operations

Location

The role is based at Mangreen plant in Norwich, Norfolk. The site is easily accessible from Norwich, Wymondham, Great Yarmouth, Lowestoft, Sheringham, Thetford, Swaffham, Fakenham, Cromer, Kings Lynn, Downham Market, Beccles, Gillingham, The Broads, Aylesham, North Walsham, Dereham and the surrounding areas.

About Tarmac and our values

At Tarmac, 'who you are' matters. We want to get to know you. If you share our values and are proud of a job well done, collaborative in working well with others and ambitious to make things better, then have a read of what we have on offer. Tarmac is the UK's leading sustainable building materials and construction solutions business. Our innovative products and solutions not only deliver the infrastructure needed to grow the UK economy today but also help to create a more sustainable built environment for the country's long-term future. Here at Tarmac, we are working hard to create a dynamic and inclusive environment and it's important that our people come from a variety of different backgrounds.

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