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Regional Technical Manager

Job Posted: 12 days ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Salford

Expire in: 16 days

Job Description

Readymix Technical Manager – North West & Yorkshire

Role Purpose

Provide strategic and operational leadership to the North Readymix technical function, ensuring the highest standards of safety, product quality, and compliance.

Drive technical excellence to support commercial growth, particularly through value-added product (VAP) development, while improving operational efficiency, sustainability performance, and customer satisfaction. This role is integral to delivering innovation, enabling major project success, and strengthening the business’s competitive position.

Key Responsibilities

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

Champion a zero-harm culture and lead by example in all HSE matters.
Embed best practice across the technical and widerReadymixteams.
Ensure all technical activities support safe systems of work and environmental compliance.Leadership & People Development

Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing technical team across the region.
Build capability, succession, and engagement within the technical function.
Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.Technical & Operational Excellence

Ensure full compliance with BS EN 206, BS 8500, and company quality standards.
Oversee mix design optimisation to maximiseperformance, efficiency, and cost control.
Drive improvements in plant performance through data-led analysis and intervention.
Lead root cause analysis and resolution of quality issues, complaints, and non-conformances.Commercial Support & Growth

Partner with commercial teams to identify and deliver profitable growth opportunities.
Drive the development and adoption of Value-Added Products (VAPs).
Provide technical expertise to support tenders, specifications, and major project delivery.
Strengthen customer relationships through proactive technical engagement and problem-solving.Innovation & Sustainability

Promote lower-carbon concrete solutions and sustainable material usage.
Support delivery ofdecarbonisationand circular economy initiatives.
Identify and implement innovative materials, technologies, and processes.Stakeholder Collaboration

Act as a key member of the regional management team, contributing to business strategy and performance.
Work cross-functionally with operations, commercial,logistics, and procurement teams.
Engage with customers, specifiers, contractors, and industry bodies to enhance reputation and influence.

Key Measures of Success (KPIs)

Zero harm performance and improved safety culture indicators.
Increased technical team capability, engagement, and retention.
Reduction in quality-related incidents, complaints, and associated costs.
Measurable improvements in material efficiency and costoptimisation.
Delivery of continuous improvement initiatives with quantified benefits.
Growth in VAP volumes, margins, and specification wins.
Successful technical delivery on major projects and key accounts.
Compliance with all regulatory and internal quality standards.

Experience & Skills

Essential

Significant experience within theReadymixConcrete or wider construction materials industry.
Strong technical expertise in concrete technology, materials, and standards.
Proven leadership experience managing technical or operational teams.
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence business performance.
Data-driven mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.Desirable

Chartered status or professional accreditation (e.g.Institute of Concrete Technology).
Experience supporting major infrastructure or large-scale construction projects.
Knowledge of sustainability and low-carbon concrete technologies.

Geographic Coverage

North West & Yorkshire

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 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 opportunitiesTarmac 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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