Automation Engineer

Job Introduction

Are you an Automation Engineerlooking for your next venture? We are looking to recruit a new team member at our Tunstead site in Buxton, Derbyshire.

At Tarmac, it’s not just about what you do – it’s about who you are.If you take pride in a job well done, thrive on collaboration, and are driven to make a difference, then we want to hear from you.

We’re proud to be building a dynamic and inclusive workplace where every background, voice and idea is welcomed. So, if you're looking for a role that values your individuality and ambition, read on...

What You’ll Be Doing

As an Automation Engineer,you will report into the Head of Electrical and manage the day-to-day maintenance of the cement plant control and software systems to ensure high levels of programming integrity. You will also be responsible for the safe modification and maintenance of plant automation and control systems by ensuring robust specification, application programming, testing and commissioning is in place.

On a day to day basis, your key responsibilities will include (but aren’t limited to):

Preventing downtime due to control system faults
Supporting on the installation of new plant equipment from conception to operation
Assuring the integration of new systems into plant operations
Assisting the Head of Electrical with the development, review and implementation of control systems Standard Operating Procedures
Ensuring robust risk assessment process exists to understand the control measures necessary
Working on the development of server virtualization to assist with testing program modifications
Assisting in the management of new CAPEX projects and supporting the introduction of the new projects during commissioning
Ensuring the control and software systems are managed using a continuous improvement methodology

What We’re Looking For

Ideally, you will:

Develop close working relationships with the control room operators to assist them with system control issues and queries
Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to safety policies in all work environments and areas
Communicate and liaise with other departments and form cross-functional linksWhy 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 our Employee Communities, where you can network, learn from others, and increase your awareness of the support available to you. Our three Employee Communities are: Health and Wellbeing, Inclusion and Identity, Personal Growth and Development
Training and development opportunities
Tarmac iscommittedto being aForces‑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 arecommittedto creating aninclusiveenvironment 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?

Click ‘Apply’ to get started. Please note: we sometimes close roles early due to high interest, so don’t wait too long!

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