Job Description

Job Introduction

Are you an experienced and dynamic

Production Manager

looking for your next permanent role?

We are currently recruiting for a

Production Manager

to join our friendly team at our Linford Block Plant, working a shift pattern of 24/7, which is located close to Stanford-le-Hope in Essex. The site is easily accessible from Tilbury, Gravesend, Rochester, Gillingham, Dartford, Purfleet on Thames, Grays, Wickford, Southend-on-Sea, Basildon, Brentwood, Billericay and the surrounding areas.


Our Linford Plant manufactures sustainable, tough and energy efficient aerated blocks that we see all around us, whether this be in our homes or our work environments, you are never too far away from one of our products.


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.

Main Responsibilities

As the

Production Manager

you will proactively manage production at Linford by delivering a safe, sustainable and profitable business in line with budgetary and strategic targets. Support the Site Manager in the delivery of an effective business plan, whilst maintaining alignment to Product Line initiatives, excellence programmes and standardised processes.

Work with members of the Site team and other senior leaders across Building Products to ensure strategies are supported and embedded across the Site with particular focus on safety, cost control, profitability, quality, people and customer service. Manage, measure and improve the area's Health & Safety performance and comply with H&S policies and procedures achieving zero harm and LTI's. Consistently deliver outstanding operating results (including production volumes, cost control and EBITDA), meet/exceed budgetary targets and drive optimal CAPEX performance Ensure cost control discipline across the Site Ensure the effective resolution of all operational issues on site. Delivery of Quality and Environmental Targets. Delivery of the Managed Maintenance System. Delivery of Plant Availability Targets. The Management of Operational KPI's. The Optimisation of fixed & variable costs and KPI. The Management and reduction of complaints Operational KPI's, eg Production targets, stock availability. associated costs. Ensuring Investment and Capex Projects delivered on time and on budget Developing operational capability and succession plans within your team Coaching and Mentoring members of the team and drive a high-performance culture and ensures effective operational succession plans are in place on site Create a positive work culture where people management is a key priority Embed and demonstrate Tarmac values in all activities Ensure compliance to group policies, processes, procedures and tools to ensure effectiveness, efficiency and compliance with SOx requirements

The Ideal Candidate

Knowledge:

Previous experience in a similar role SHE NVQ level 4/ QCF level 6 IOSH / NEBOSH would also be an advantage

Skills:

Ability to operate SAP and manage a P&L account Good working knowledge of the plants and production capabilities Ability to lead teams to success Able to build a positive team culture Tailor communication to relevant individuals Develops individuals within a team Is driven to go the extra mile Addresses underlying needs when required, with a focus on continuous improvement Able to solve complex problem

In addition to this role we also offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, incentives and benefits 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 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

Interested? Why not click here to find out more? Go on... 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 for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.


Please click on the apply button to complete your application. Occasionally we receive a large volume of applications for our roles and when this happens we sometimes bring the published closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.



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Tarmac Trading Limited


Tarmac Trading Limited




Tarmac

Salary Excellent Salary + Bonus + Benefits


Frequency Annual


Job Reference tarmac/TP/117/7096


Contract Type Permanent


Closing Date 03 October, 2025


Job Category Operations, Quarrying and Production


Business Unit National Businesses


Location Stanford-le-Hope, United Kingdom


Posted on 03 September, 2025