Operations Manager Higham

Operations Manager – Ipswich & Higham

Job Introduction:
Permanent | Full-time | Mon-Fri (flexibility required). We’re looking for an experienced Operations Manager to lead our busy plant at Ipswich & Higham. You’ll oversee a complex operation where safety, people leadership and efficiency are key.

• Lead, coach and develop a motivated operational team
• Ensure safe, compliant and efficient running of plant, railhead and recycling operations
• Manage budgets, stock control and operational KPIs
• Oversee planned maintenance and statutory inspections
• Maintain SOPs, risk assessments and safety systems
• Deliver safety briefings, toolbox talks and support continuous improvement

• Experience managing Asphalt, Aggregates or Ready Mix operations
• Strong knowledge of H&S, environmental compliance and production processes
• Confident with SAP and Microsoft Office
• Ability to manage change, multitask and lead from the front
• IOSH Managing Safely (essential)
• Institute of Asphalt Technology membership (desirable)

• 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 – we currently have nine communities: REACH (Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause)
• Training and development opportunities

Tarmac 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.

Job Reference: tarmac/TP/117/7848