Maintenance Supervisor

Maintenance Supervisor

Job Type:

Permanent

Job Sector:

Manufacturing

Region:

South East

Location:

Grays

Salary:

£42,634 to £63,952 per annum

Salary Description:

Excellent Salary + Bonus + Benefits

Posted:

05/05/2026

Recruiter:

Tarmac

Job Ref:

tarmac/TP/188377/7795

Maintenance SupervisorLocation:

Cement Terminal /

Manufacturing SiteShift Pattern:

Day-based with flexibility requiredReporting to: Production SupervisorThe RoleWe are looking for an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to lead and coordinate all plant maintenance activities across our terminal operations. Reporting to the Production Supervisor, you will be accountable for maintenance performance, safety, and reliability, ensuring plant equipment operates efficiently and in line with business objectives.

This is a hands-on leadership role, with an approximate 70/30 split between engineering activity and supervisory/administrative duties, offering the opportunity to remain technically engaged while developing people, processes and performance.

Key ResponsibilitiesPlan and organise all mechanical and electrical maintenance repairs and improvement activitiesLead, motivate and supervise Electrical and Mechanical Craftspersons and the Day Work TeamLiaise closely with Packed Products Electrical teams and other site process teams to optimise maintenance planning and timingEnsure compliance with statutory legislation and internal Safety, Health and Environmental standardsSupport management of the Mechanical and Electrical maintenance budgetReview KPIs and maintenance performance, using best-practice reporting toolsLead and participate in team meetings, promoting engagement and continuous improvementCarry out annual Performance and Development Meetings (PDMs) and identify training needsMaintain a strong working knowledge of S.E.T plant and equipment and logistics maintenance systemsProvide out-of-hours support when required and work flexibly to meet the needs of the businessWhat We're Looking ForExperience & KnowledgePrevious experience in a high-volume manufacturing or cement environment (highly desirable)Strong technical knowledge of mechanical and electrical maintenanceExperience with cement handling systems, including bulk loading and packing operationsProven experience supervising or leading maintenance teams in a manufacturing environmentSound understanding of electrical isolation proceduresSkills & AttributesStrong leadership and people management skillsConscientious, proactive and safety-focusedSelf-motivated with the ability to work at all levels of the organisationComfortable engaging with contractors, operators and senior managementComputer literate with experience using plant maintenance systemsWhy TarmacWe 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 schemeEnhanced holiday entitlementContributory pension schemeAccess to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.

Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential adviceAccess 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 menopauseTraining 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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