Mobile Maintenance Electrician (Readymix)

Tarmac Ltd; Salford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction materials company is seeking a Mobile Maintenance Electrician to join their Readymix team in Salford. The ideal candidate will have experience in heavy industrial environments and relevant qualifications such as the 18th Edition – BS7671 and a Level 3 Apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering. This role offers a competitive salary, a company van, and additional benefits, including a bonus scheme and enhanced holiday entitlement.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Contributory pension scheme

Access to discounts on retailers

Employee Assistance helpline

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience in heavy industrial environments.
• Good understanding of mechanical systems including hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Background in TPM and Continuous Improvement.

Responsibilities

• Respond to plant breakdowns and carry out efficient repairs.
• Deliver planned preventative maintenance to minimise downtime.
• Help develop and improve the Computer Maintenance Management System.

Skills

18th Edition – BS7671

Experience in Readymix or heavy engineering

Strong knowledge of Industrial LV power distribution systems

Experience with AC drives and motors

Ability to carry out electrical testing

Education

Level 3 Apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering

ONC or NVQ Level 3

Tools

CMMS systems

PLC interrogation tools

Job description

# Mobile Maintenance Electrician (Readymix)### Job Introduction**this could be the role for you.**Tarmac is the UK’s leading sustainable building materials and construction solutions business. Our products and innovations support the infrastructure that keeps the UK moving today — while helping build a greener, more sustainable future.We’re now recruiting for a **Mobile Maintenance Electrician** to join our Readymix team, working from our Agecroft site in Salford, and supporting operations across multiple Readymix (RMX) plants in the North West.This role is ideal for candidates based around Manchester, Bolton, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport, Ashton-under-Lyne, Warrington, Wigan, St Helens, Chorley, and surrounding areas.** What You’ll Be Doing**Reporting to the Production Manager, you’ll play a key role in keeping our production facilities running safely, efficiently and reliably.You will:* Respond to plant breakdowns and carry out efficient, safe repairs* Deliver planned preventative maintenance to minimise downtime* Support continuous improvement and asset reliability initiatives* Help develop and improve our Computer Maintenance Management System* Maintain and update procedures, documentation and compliance within the Electrical Engineering function* Work Monday–Friday days, with optional overtime and on‑call flexibility to support productionThis is a mobile role and includes a company van, so you must hold a full UK driving licence (max 6 points).**What You’ll Bring**We’re looking for a Maintenance Electrician with a strong engineering foundation and solid hands‑on experience in heavy industrial environments.You will ideally have:* 18th Edition – BS7671* Level 3 Apprenticeship, ONC, or NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering* Experience in Readymix, aggregates, plant production or heavy engineering* Strong working knowledge of Industrial LV power distribution systems* Experience with AC drives, motors, and predictive maintenance* Good understanding of PLC interrogation tools and techniques* Background in TPM and Continuous Improvement* Ability to carry out electrical testing, inspections and interpret schematics* Understanding of mechanical systems including hydraulics and pneumatics* Experience with CMMS systems, RCA and FMEA methodologies* A strong safety mindset and the ability to work independently and as part of a teamApply now and become part of a team that’s building a sustainable future, one project at a time.**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 opportunitiesWe’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. Click ‘Apply’ to get started. Please note: we sometimes close roles early due to high interest, so don’t wait too long!#tarmac #tarmaccareers #Readymix #RMX #concrete #plantjobs #asphaltjobs #Maintenance #Engineering #ElectricalEngineering #Electrical #ElectricalTechnician #Continuousimprovement #Salford #Bolton #Oldham #Rochdale #Wigan #Stockport #Warrington #Ashton-under-Lyne #StHelens #Chorley #LI-RE1Tarmac Trading LimitedTarmac Trading Limited### Attached documents| | || --- | --- || Salary | Excellent Salary + Company Van + Overtime + Bonus + Benefits || Frequency | Annual || Job Reference | tarmac/TP/112/7526 || Contract Type | Permanent || Closing Date | 27 February, 2026 || Job Category | Operations, Quarrying and Production || Business Unit | North & Scotland || Location | Salford, United Kingdom || Posted on | 28 January, 2026 || OpenStreetMap contributorsDirections to### Spread the word